The Dangers of 2nd Hand Pool Tables

It’s an all too common sight When we see 2nd Hand Pool Tables, on removing the cloth we discover the slate is cracked

2nd Hand Pool Tables are a risk for the owner, it’s a heartbreaking feeling that we really don’t like to see as bringing a pool table into a family home is something that should be celebrated.

As expert pool table repairers we will professionally fix up the cracked slate but naturally, it will never play as well as intact slate.

Billiard Shop has a lifetime guarantee on our Pool and Snooker tables and there are processes we do recommend to keep your 2nd hand pool tables looking as they should be.

Care and Maintenance

With 2nd hand pool tables, regular brushing of the cloth will make it last significantly longer while maintaining performance and appearance.

The brushing removes dust/chalk particles in the cloth and re-establishes the nap direction.

Always brush in straight lines in the direction of the nap (from baulk line to spot)
Never brush against or across or else the direction of the nap will be lost as the wool fibres bunch together
Don’t brush too heavily or use a brush with stiff bristles as this may damage the fibres
Occasional dry iron the cloth and in humid conditions do so more often
Ironing in the direction of the nap will make the cloth play faster
Only iron after brushing or marks will be made permanent
The iron must be clean and tested for heat on a sheet of paper.
If there is the slightest scorch on the paper, allow the iron to cool before use
Never iron the cushions – regular brushing is suffice

Important advice.

To avoid fading avoid sitting tables near natural daylight, especially direct sunlight.
A table cover is ideal to protect the cloth when not in use and help preserve the brightness of the cloth’s colour.
Always check your cue tips as a damaged tip results in more damage to the cloth from marks to tears.
Make sure the tips are fitted correctly and if the ferrule is rough or sharp.

Table Discipline

Encouraging and enforcing proper discipline amongst table users will also considerably extend the performance of the cloth and help maintain its performance.

So in other words, don’t spin coins, drop balls or heavy objects on the table, use cues with sharp edges on ferrules and never chalk the cue over the table as the dust acts as an abrasive.

Avoid using worn or damaged balls and avoid excessively powerful shots, don’t sit or leave cues on the table and last but not least don’t drink over the table.

You contact the Billard Shop Repair Team here or read more about repairs here.