# Poker Table Builder

> Free DIY guide to building an 8-player racetrack poker table at home—hardwood raceway, removable padded rails, cup holders, and suited speed cloth.

## Main pages
- [Home](https://www.pokertablebuilder.com/): Overview of the finished table and build path
- [Build guide](https://www.pokertablebuilder.com/guide/): 10-step construction sequence
- [Cut calculator](https://www.pokertablebuilder.com/calculator/): Radii, fabric, and budget estimates
- [Materials](https://www.pokertablebuilder.com/materials/): Amazon shopping list
- [Tools](https://www.pokertablebuilder.com/tools/): Jigsaw, hole saw, staple gun, clamps
- [About](https://www.pokertablebuilder.com/about/): What this guide is for

## Build steps
- [Step 1 · Cut the Padded Rail Boards](https://www.pokertablebuilder.com/guide/cut-the-rail-boards/): Lay out and cut the outer and inner rail arcs. This stack becomes your padded vinyl rail, so the curves set the whole table’s shape.
- [Step 2 · Cut the Baseboard and Raceway](https://www.pokertablebuilder.com/guide/cut-baseboard-and-raceway/): Cut the table base and separate the hardwood raceway ring from the center playing field. This is the most important woodwork of the build.
- [Step 3 · Dry-Fit the Table Layers](https://www.pokertablebuilder.com/guide/dry-fit-table-layers/): Stack the baseboard, raceway, and center field without glue. Confirm fit and orientation before you commit.
- [Step 4 · Glue and Clamp the Table Structure](https://www.pokertablebuilder.com/guide/glue-the-table-structure/): Glue and screw the rail and raceway assemblies into one solid table. Clamp hard, wipe squeeze-out, and let the joints cure fully.
- [Step 5 · Install Removable Rail Hardware](https://www.pokertablebuilder.com/guide/install-removable-hardware/): Set T-nuts and bolt locations so the padded rail and center field can come off for cleaning and moving.
- [Step 6 · Cut and Fit the Cup Holders](https://www.pokertablebuilder.com/guide/cut-and-fit-cup-holders/): Hole-saw clean openings in the raceway and dry-fit stainless drop-in cup holders before you finish the wood.
- [Step 7 · Sand and Varnish the Raceway](https://www.pokertablebuilder.com/guide/sand-and-varnish-raceway/): Sand the hardwood raceway smooth and build a durable clear finish. Thin coats and patience are what make it look bought, not homemade.
- [Step 8 · Foam and Cloth the Playing Field](https://www.pokertablebuilder.com/guide/foam-and-cloth-playing-field/): Glue closed-cell foam to the center insert, then stretch and staple suited speed cloth for a clean deal and card pickup.
- [Step 9 · Pad and Wrap the Rail](https://www.pokertablebuilder.com/guide/pad-and-wrap-the-rail/): Glue high-density foam to the rail, then stretch vinyl around the outside and inside edges until it feels like a casino rail.
- [Step 10 · Final Assembly](https://www.pokertablebuilder.com/guide/final-assembly/): Mount the legs, set the playing field and rail, drop in the cups, and put the table in play. Includes the full materials checklist.

## Notes
- Some materials links are Amazon affiliate links