I'm not even 100% sure this is the right forum to post this in since the product I am reviewing isn't exactly a table building material, but I'll post a link here anyway.
Over on Chiptalk.net I reviewed a custom neoprene playing surface solution that fits over my existing table. I really like how it turned out. For folks who are thinking about building a table but don't have the time, space or resources, something like this might be the perfect stop gap solution.
http://www.chiptalk.net/forum/poker-gear-general/67964-custom-neoprene-poker-playing-surface-sea-vulture-review.html#post983196