When it comes to pool table repair and maintenance, we tend to think of a few significant issues. These repairs usually include replacing the felt, fixing cracks in the slate, and keeping the table level. However, there are several other repairs your pool table needs throughout its life to ensure smooth and satisfying gameplay. While more minor repair needs are not always at the top of your mind, they can have a noticeable impact on your pool table and how you play.
Our team at Mr. Cue’s Billiards is ready to handle all your pool table repair needs! Here are some repairs owners and players often forget.
Pockets and Pocket Liners
Over time, the repeated impact of billiard balls landing in the pockets will wear them out. Many pockets are designed to look like netting, whether made from leather, plastic, or cord. Others are solid, and depending on the design of the table, they can be concealed entirely within the corner rather than hanging down. No matter the design of the pockets on your table, they will wear out with continued use—as will the liners—and you should replace them.
Rails and Cushions
The rails and cushions around the edge of the table are essential for accurate gameplay. A major part of any billiard game is predicting how a ball will bounce off the rail and continue its journey along a new trajectory. If the rails and cushions are worn, uneven, or damaged, the ball can travel wildly, ruining your carefully planned shot. Checking the rails should be part of your regular table maintenance.
Cue Ball Marks
With prolonged use, the cue ball can leave marks or abrasions on the felt. These marks may not be so severe that you have to refelt the table, but you do want to clean and repair them. Just like damage to the rails, marks on the felt can affect the trajectory of the balls, sending them in unpredictable directions. Billiards is a game of precision, so it’s crucial that everything on your table behaves as you expect.
Pool Table Repair from Mr. Cue’s Billiards
Having a pool table in your home is a fun way to entertain your family and friends, but you want to keep it in good condition. Our team at Mr. Cue’s Billiards has the knowledge and experience you need to repair any problems with your table.
