{"product_id":"hathaway-metropolitan-54-in-foosball-table","title":"Hathaway Metropolitan 54-in Foosball Table","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAn Arched Pedestal Base and Cherry Melamine Cabinet That Break Every Convention About What a Foosball Table Should Look Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hathaway Metropolitan 54-in replaces the standard boxy frame with a smooth, curved silhouette — backed by a 1-1\/8-in thick CARB-certified MDF cabinet, 5\/8-in steel rods, E-Z spin bearings, and 13 ABS players per team ready for fast, competitive play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hathaway Metropolitan 54-in Foosball Table (model BG1030F) is built for game rooms where the furniture earns its place. Its arched pedestal base and curved cabinet silhouette depart entirely from the boxy, utilitarian look of standard foosball tables — the result is a table that reads as a designed piece of furniture first and a game table second. The cherry and black two-tone melamine cabinetry is matched by an extra-thick 1-1\/8-in CARB-certified MDF frame, making this the thickest-cabinet foosball table in the Hathaway lineup. A glossy playing surface delivers fast, clean ball movement, while 5\/8-in chrome-plated steel rods with E-Z spin bearings and ergonomic ABS sure-grip handles give you the responsive feel competitive play demands. Thirteen ABS players per team in a 3-goalie configuration, vintage abacus-style manual scorers, four included foosballs, and two automatic end ball returns complete the package. This is the table for the room where you actually care what the furniture looks like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/deckandden.com\/pages\/shipping\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eFree Shipping Over $100\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/deckandden.com\/pages\/returns\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e45-Day Returns\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/deckandden.com\/pages\/price-match\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ePrice Match Available\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAuthorized Hathaway Dealer\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Metropolitan earns its place in the room on both dimensions — the design details that make it beautiful to look at, and the playing hardware that makes it satisfying to compete on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eArched Base\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCurved Pedestal Silhouette — No Boxy Frame in Sight\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Metropolitan's arched pedestal base replaces the industry-standard box-leg design with a smooth, sculpted curve that supports the cabinet fully while giving the table a contemporary profile unlike anything else in the Hathaway lineup. The curved silhouette reads as intentional furniture design — not recreational equipment — from any angle in the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e1-1\/8-in Thick\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCARB-Certified MDF — The Thickest Cabinet in the Lineup\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 1-1\/8-in, the Metropolitan's CARB-certified MDF cabinet is thicker than the 1-in panels on comparable Hathaway foosball tables. More material means less flex under aggressive play, a denser feel when the rods transfer force, and a structure that holds its shape over years of use. The 11-3\/4-in wide cabinet also contributes to the table's substantial, furniture-grade presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCherry + Black\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTwo-Tone Melamine Cabinetry, Glossy Playing Surface\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cherry melamine cabinet pairs with a black melamine pedestal base for a two-tone contrast that gives the Metropolitan an elegant, contemporary look. The glossy playing surface adds to the premium feel — balls roll cleanly and quickly across it, and the finished appearance holds up to daily use without dulling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e5\/8-in Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eChrome-Plated Rods with E-Z Spin Bearings \u0026amp; ABS Sure-Grip Handles\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChrome-plated 5\/8-in solid steel rods run through E-Z spin bearings for smooth, low-friction player rotation. Ergonomic ABS sure-grip handles are shaped to fit the hand comfortably for long play sessions, giving you confident control through fast volleys and power shots without the hand fatigue that comes from uncomfortable grips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e13 per Team\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eABS Players in 3-Goalie Configuration\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwenty-six ABS players — 13 per team — fill out a full regulation layout with a 3-goalie keeper rod that closes off the goal and forces attacking players to think beyond the straight shot. Home and away color sets let each side claim their players at the start of every game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eVintage Abacus\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eManual Slide Scorers \u0026amp; Dual Automatic Ball Returns\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbacus-style manual slide score counters track the score at a glance on each end panel — an aesthetic detail that complements the Metropolitan's refined character. Two automatic end ball returns send the ball back into play immediately after each goal, keeping the pace of the game fast without any manual retrieval.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Arched Pedestal Base: Why It Matters Beyond Aesthetics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost foosball tables use either a box-leg frame or an X-pattern base. The Metropolitan uses neither. Its arched pedestal base is engineered specifically to support the curved cabinet from below — the arch distributes the load across a wider base contact area than individual legs, providing stability that doesn't require corner-post anchoring to work. The black melamine pedestal base is constructed from the same CARB-certified MDF as the cherry cabinet, so the entire structure is uniform in material quality and performs consistently rather than having a premium upper cabinet on a lower-grade support structure. Independent leg levelers let you adjust the table to a true horizontal surface regardless of your floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/0578\/6223\/files\/BG1030F_Info_3.webp?v=1758323967\" alt=\"Hathaway Metropolitan 54-in foosball table with cherry melamine cabinet, black arched pedestal base, and curved contemporary silhouette — modern foosball table for home game rooms\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Deck \u0026amp; Den Take —\u003c\/strong\u003e Among the Hathaway foosball tables, the Metropolitan is the one that gets noticed by people who don't even play foosball. The curved cabinet and arched pedestal base create a silhouette you don't see anywhere else in the category, and the cherry-and-black two-tone colorway is warm enough for a traditional den and clean enough for a modern game room. Beyond the looks, the 1-1\/8-in CARB-certified MDF cabinet is the thickest in the Hathaway foosball lineup — a genuinely meaningful structural advantage. The 5\/8-in rods and E-Z spin bearings deliver the same responsive feel as the rest of the premium Hathaway line, and 13 players per team in the 3-goalie configuration gives you a full, competitive setup out of the box. If the table needs to look like it belongs in the room as much as it performs in a game, the Metropolitan is your pick.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/0578\/6223\/files\/BG1030F_Info_1.webp?v=1758323967\" alt=\"Close view of the Hathaway Metropolitan foosball table's arched pedestal base and cherry melamine finish — contemporary foosball table detail\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e \n\u003ch2\u003eWho the Hathaway Metropolitan Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGame room owners who care about the whole room's design\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Metropolitan's curved silhouette and cherry finish make it the first foosball table that guests comment on the look of before they ask to play it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContemporary and transitional interior enthusiasts\u003c\/strong\u003e — the cherry-and-black two-tone colorway works naturally alongside dark wood furniture, contemporary cabinetry, and spaces that feel curated rather than assembled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuyers who want the thickest cabinet in the Hathaway foosball lineup\u003c\/strong\u003e — the 1-1\/8-in CARB-certified MDF frame is thicker than any other Hathaway foosball table, providing added rigidity and durability for years of daily play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlayers who appreciate the 3-goalie format\u003c\/strong\u003e — with 13 players per team and a 3-player goalkeeper rod, the Metropolitan delivers a strategic, defensive-minded game experience that rewards positioning as much as speed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDens, offices, and upscale game rooms\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Metropolitan looks at home in spaces where the furniture is intentional and a plain box-leg game table would feel out of place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamilies who want a full-featured table with room to grow\u003c\/strong\u003e — 13 players per team, 4 included foosballs, automatic ball returns, and abacus scorers make this a table with nothing missing and a playing experience that holds up for years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTable Components\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide panels (× 2), end panels (× 2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayfield surface (glossy)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArched pedestal base with leg panels (left \u0026amp; right)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayfield support braces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeg levelers (× 4), independent adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover plate (× 1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware pack (bolts, washers, screws, Allen wrench)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePlaying Components\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChrome-plated steel player rods — full set (2-, 3-, and 5-player rods)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABS players — 13 per team, 3-goalie configuration, home \u0026amp; away color sets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABS ergonomic sure-grip handles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRod end caps, rod bumpers, rod washers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAccessories\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoosballs (× 4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBall entry cups (× 2 sides)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic end ball returns (× 2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbacus-style manual slide score counters (× 2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHathaway Metropolitan 54-in Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGeneral\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHathaway\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMetropolitan 54-in Foosball Table\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU \/ Item\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBG1030F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoosball \/ soccer table — arched pedestal base design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCherry melamine cabinet \/ black melamine pedestal base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNumber of Players\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIntended Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndoor only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCabinet \u0026amp; Structure\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCabinet Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCARB-certified MDF, 1-1\/8-in thick × 11-3\/4-in wide, cherry melamine finish \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBase Design\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArched pedestal base, black melamine, CARB-certified MDF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLeg Levelers\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndependent, adjustable (× 4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePlayfield\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlayfield Dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e46.25-in L × 26.75-in W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlayfield Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.125 in (1-1\/8 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSurface Finish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlossy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRods, Players \u0026amp; Hardware\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRod Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\/8-in chrome-plated steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBearings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eE-Z spin bearings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandles\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eABS ergonomic sure-grip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlayers\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 ABS players per team (26 total); 3-goalie configuration; home \u0026amp; away color sets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBalls Included\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 foosballs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBall Return\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutomatic — 2 end ball returns\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eExtras \u0026amp; Assembly\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScoring\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVintage abacus-style dual manual slide score counters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAssembly Required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — 29 pieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAssembly Time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 90 minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTools Required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhillips head screwdriver (Allen wrench included in hardware pack)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Weight\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOverall Table (L × W × H)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e54 in × 29 in × 34 in (137 cm × 74 cm × 86 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlayfield Interior (L × W)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e46.25 in × 26.75 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended Room Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5 ft × 7 ft minimum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90 lbs assembled product weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; Buyer Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer's Warranty —\u003c\/strong\u003e Covered by Hathaway's 180-day limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship from the date of original retail purchase, honored directly by the manufacturer. The warranty is nontransferable, covers residential use only, and does not cover scratching or damage resulting from normal use. All claims require proof of purchase and model number (BG1030F), and must be submitted through the original retailer. Contact Hathaway at warranty@bluewaveproducts.com or (800) 759-0977.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/deckandden.com\/pages\/shipping\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Free shipping on orders over $100 to the contiguous 48 states.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/deckandden.com\/pages\/returns\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e45-Day Returns\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Deck \u0026amp; Den accepts returns within 45 days of delivery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/deckandden.com\/pages\/price-match\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ePrice Match\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Found a lower price from an authorized retailer? Deck \u0026amp; Den will match it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eManuals \u0026amp; Documents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/0578\/6223\/files\/Metropolitan.pdf?v=1781759226\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eAssembly \u0026amp; Owner's Manual (PDF)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — Step-by-step assembly instructions and parts list for the Hathaway Metropolitan BG1030F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/0578\/6223\/files\/Warranty.pdf?v=1781741407\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eWarranty Document (PDF)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — Hathaway's 180-day limited warranty terms and claim contact information.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHathaway Metropolitan 54-in — Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat makes the Metropolitan look so different from other foosball tables?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Metropolitan uses an arched pedestal base instead of the box-leg or X-pattern frames used on most foosball tables. The curved base supports the cabinet fully from below, creating a smooth, organic silhouette that reads as contemporary furniture design rather than sporting equipment. The cherry and black two-tone melamine finishes reinforce that impression — there's no boxy frame, no visible corner posts, just a sculpted form that looks intentional in the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat are the full table and playfield dimensions?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe table measures 54 in long × 29 in wide × 34 in tall (approximately 137 cm × 74 cm × 86 cm). The interior playfield is 46.25 in × 26.75 in. Rod handles extend beyond the 29-in cabinet width on both sides, so plan for additional clearance — at least 3–4 ft on each long side — for players to move the handles freely during play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow does the 1-1\/8-in cabinet compare to other Hathaway foosball tables?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Metropolitan's 1-1\/8-in thick CARB-certified MDF cabinet is thicker than the 1-in panels used on the Hathaway Primo, Driftwood 56-in, and Excalibur. The additional thickness makes the side panels more rigid under the lateral forces generated during aggressive play, and contributes to the substantial, dense feel of the table when you interact with it. The cabinet width — 11-3\/4-in — is also notably wide, adding to the table's presence in the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does the glossy playing surface mean for gameplay?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Metropolitan's glossy playfield surface is smoother than a painted or matte surface, which means the foosball rolls with less resistance and reaches speed more quickly after contact. The glossy finish also resists absorbing dust and moisture better than a matte surface, making it easier to keep clean with a dry cloth. The ball moves fast and predictably from the first touch, which suits players who enjoy a quick, free-flowing game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is a 3-goalie configuration, and how many players are on each team?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Metropolitan includes 13 ABS players per team — 26 total — arranged across the full rod layout with a 3-goalie keeper rod. In a standard foosball configuration, the goalkeeper rod holds a single player. In the 3-goalie setup, three players span the goalkeeper rod, covering more of the goal width and making straight-angle shots much harder to score. It rewards angled shots and creative positioning over brute speed, making the game more strategic. Home and away color sets let each side identify their players at a glance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow does the arched pedestal base perform structurally?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe arched pedestal base is engineered specifically to support the Metropolitan's curved cabinet. Rather than relying on four independent corner legs, the arch distributes structural load across a wider base contact area, providing stability without the traditional leg-and-crossbar approach. The pedestal base is constructed from the same CARB-certified MDF as the cherry cabinet, so the entire structure is uniform in material quality. Four independent leg levelers allow you to compensate for floor imperfections and set the table true before play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the assembly process, and how long does it take?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHathaway rates assembly at approximately 90 minutes for 29 total pieces. The only tool you need to supply is a Phillips head screwdriver — an Allen wrench is included in the hardware pack. Two adults are recommended, particularly for the step that requires flipping the assembled cabinet upright. The most involved section is threading the player rods with bumpers, washers, and players in the correct sequence before inserting through the opposite side panel; read those steps fully before starting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow does the Metropolitan compare to the Hathaway Excalibur 54-in?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth tables are 54-in long and share a 3-goalie player configuration. The key differences are structural and aesthetic. The Metropolitan uses an arched pedestal base and cherry-and-black two-tone melamine finishes, with a thicker 1-1\/8-in cabinet, a glossy playfield, 13 players per team, 5\/8-in steel rods, and 4 included foosballs. The Excalibur uses an X-pattern cross-supported base, a driftwood-and-bronze colorway, and 13-mm rods with ABS soft-grip handles. Choose the Metropolitan for a contemporary, curved aesthetic and a thicker cabinet; choose the Excalibur for a farmhouse-inspired X-base and bronze accent trim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the Metropolitan intended for indoor use only?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Hathaway's assembly instructions specify indoor use only. The MDF construction and melamine finish are not weatherproof. Keep the table in a dry, temperature-controlled space — humidity, moisture, and temperature extremes will damage the cabinet, warp the playfield, and degrade the hardware. Do not drag the table when repositioning it; lift it to avoid damaging the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat warranty does the Metropolitan carry?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Metropolitan is covered by Hathaway's 180-day limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship from the original retail purchase date. It is nontransferable and covers residential use only. To submit a claim, contact the retailer where you purchased the table with proof of purchase and model number (BG1030F). Contact Hathaway directly at warranty@bluewaveproducts.com or (800) 759-0977.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhere can I get replacement parts?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHathaway (Blue Wave Products) maintains a retail parts program. Call (800) 759-0977 or visit bluewaveproducts.com\/pages\/parts with your model number (BG1030F) and the relevant part numbers from the assembly manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is Deck \u0026amp; Den's return policy for this table?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeck \u0026amp; Den accepts returns within 45 days of delivery. For full eligibility details and return instructions, visit the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/deckandden.com\/pages\/returns\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eReturns \u0026amp; Cancellations page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hathaway","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45357259456621,"sku":"BG1030F","price":649.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0715\/3935\/9853\/files\/BG1030F_H1.webp?v=1781964883","url":"https:\/\/themaisonreserve.com\/products\/hathaway-metropolitan-54-in-foosball-table","provider":"The Maison Reserve","version":"1.0","type":"link"}