Pool tables are a great addition to any home. They let you enjoy some friendly competition and have fun with your friends and family. However, a pool table is a piece of furniture as much as it is gaming equipment. Like all furniture, it starts to show its age with time and use. Pool table companies can restore your pool table to its former glory so it can once again be the centerpiece of your game room.
Pool table companies like Mr. Cue’s Billiards are just as dedicated to restoring older tables as they are to installing new ones. Here are the steps we take to restore a pool table.
Disassemble the Table
The first step is to disassemble the pool table. Disassembly involves removing the rails, slate, felt, and pockets. In order to thoroughly clean and refinish all the parts of the table, we need to take the table apart.
Repair the Wood
Once the table is disassembled, we can begin repairing the wood. Depending on its condition, this may include filling cracks, sanding rough spots, and refinishing. If some pieces are severely damaged, we may have to replace them. In that case, we match the wood as closely as possible to preserve the table’s original look.
Replace the Felt
The next step is to replace the felt. Although replacing the felt is relatively simple, we have to take our time and do it carefully. We must stretch the felt evenly and smooth out any wrinkles. Wrinkly felt ruins gameplay by disrupting the balls’ trajectories.
Reassemble and Level the Pool Table
After repairing the wood and replacing the felt, we can reassemble the pool table. Once we get all the pieces back together and tighten up the hardware, you are almost good to go. The last step is to level the table. If the table is uneven or at a slight angle, you won’t be able to predict where the balls will roll, making it nearly impossible to play.
Restore Your Table with Professional Pool Table Companies
Once your table is reassembled and leveled, you’re ready to play! After our team at Mr. Cue’s Billiards is done with your table, you’ll think it’s brand new. Don’t let your old pool table become a useless eyesore. Let us restore it and bring it back to life.
