Homemade poker table questions...

[JPhilGolf101]

I have a few questions about making a poker table.

1. What are good demensions? Right now I have one that is 84" by 48". If definately seems too wide. Shoudl I maybe go 36" wide?

2. Would the foam you use under carpets work as a foam for both the rail and the table. I want the rail to be just a little soft not like a pillow and I want the table to absorb sound.

3. What is the best fabric for the top?

4. should the rail be bulit directly on the table and then an insert be fit in the middle or should the rail be bulit right ontop of the poker playing surface?

5. Are things like chip trays and drop boxes and cup holders worth it?

6. Should there be additional suport underneath the table.. like maybe a 2x4 right down the middle just to ad strength?

thanks...