The ‘man cave’; an already outdated notion which nonetheless consistently commands a certain amount of media attention in modern times. Sure, giving people a space to relax in is fine, but what about the female equivalent, hey? A place where women can kick back too, in peace from their overbearing partners. Yep, men nag and whine too. We have more in common than that which divides us….
While some debate exists about whether the ideal cave even has genitals which distinguish its identity, what is for certain is that this safe space should contain entertainment options in droves. It’s a place of r’n’r’n’fun. Whether that includes arcade machines, pinball tables, or the pub favourite pool table is the choice of the owner. And whilst we’re in the realm of fantasy, where cavernous spaces are resolutely gender fluid, we’d like to imagine putting together a cave where financial limits are but an illusion. With this in mind, we’ve teamed up with home leisure direct to bring you 5 IDEAL pool tables if money was no object.
HURRICANE AUTOMANIAC POOL TABLE
First on the list is the Hurricane Automaniac Pool Table. This is some seriously engineered design, combining two perennial favourites of cave dwellers everywhere; pool and cars. Not normally associated with each other, sure, but a sleek, standout centrepiece regardless. With optional under-table lighting available as well as a pitch black finish, this one is about as smooth and accomplished as that eight-ball you’ll be playing. All yours for a cool £44,997.00
TOULET BLACKLIGHT POOL TABLE
If your cave is a place for clearing the head, then minimalism is probably your watchword. The Toulet Blacklight should fit the bill for understated cool in pool form. Slick curves and a colour scheme Prince would be proud of make this the choice for those wishing to inject a smooth, sultry ambience. An added bonus: they’re also available with a dining top converter, allowing you to transform your pool table into a dining table whenever you need to. Available for just £28,997.00
MINI COOPER POOL TABLE
Mini Coopers; iconic cars, and now equally iconic pool tables. Made from a real Mini Cooper 1984 Mini “City”, whether you think this is a great use of scrap metal or waste of a good car is up to you. Whichever way your cookie crumbles, you’ll be pleased to hear of its versatility – it’s fitted with a tournament-grade slate bed, allowing you to play either American or English pool depending on your tastes. Even better, it’s all yours for only £24,997.00
DESIGNER BILLIARDS APEX PNEUMATIC ALUMINIUM POOL TABLE
Whilst this may seem like a fairly sparse looking affair compared to the gaudy offerings above, don’t be fooled. This one converts into a coffee table thanks to a cunning pneumatic device. Simply push a button and watch in awe as the table lowers or raises itself to whichever height you require, for either pool, coffee or possibly recreating a scene from Fifty Shades Darker. A snip at £49,997.00
HURRICANE PREDATOR POOL TABLE
Last, but no least, The Hurricane Predator pool table is an American version, and has an instantly distinctive design. Available with under-table lighting as well as a wealth of other customisable aspects such as etched glass components, wood types and more, this pool table will reflect your tastes if you like subtly-engineered pieces of art that also serve as functioning pool tables. This one comes in at the bargain price of £39,997.00
