For playing cards it would not be shaky. For playing cards we also have 37 in square card tables model 22301. This particular table for 4 to 8 is adjustable in height up to 36 inches. The higher it gets the more susceptible it is to wobbling if it is bumped into. People often use this for displays at weddings for example, standing stations for computers (depending on the height of the user), desks four bedrooms, and even trade shows since it folds in half with a handle.