How can you tell if a pool table is 3 slate?

Look underneath your table in the area where you were pointing. If you see a gap or a seam, then it is a 3-piece slate pool table. If you don't see a gap or a seam, then you may have a 1 piece slate pool table.

What is the difference between a 1 slate and 3 slate pool table?

Three-piece slates tend to be at least 1/4″ thicker than their one-piece cousins. Thicker slates have fewer imperfections and are usually permanently framed with pieces of wood to further support them when atop the pool table cabinet.

Do all pool tables have 3 piece slate?

Some pool tables use a single piece of slate for the playing surface. Then there are three-piece slate tables that use three pieces of slate for the playing surface. With one-piece slate tables, the playing surface is one solid piece. This ensures that there are no seams in the slate.

Can you tell if a pool table is slate?

When it is used on a pool table's bed, no other material will have the same characteristics, which makes it easier to tell slate apart from non slate. Reach under the table and feel the underside of the bed, if it feels cold and hard, you have a slate bed.

How heavy is a 3 piece slate pool table?

The average pool table weights for slate bed pool tables are: 6-Foot Table – 500 Pounds. 7-Foot Table – 700 Pounds. 8-Foot Table – 1,000 Pounds.

How to tell if your pool table is a 1 piece or 3 piece slate

How hard is it to move a slate pool table?

Not only is a pool table one of the heaviest items a person can own, but it also requires a long and tedious disassembly process when moving. Pool tables can weigh up to 1,000 pounds. Their bulkiness and weight make them a particularly difficult item to move.

How to tell if a pool table is slate without taking it apart?

Usually you can reach into one of the side pockets and feel past the cloth if you can't get under the table and look up at the underside of the playing surface. Slate will feel cool to the touch.

How much does it cost to Refelt a pool table?

It costs $300 on average to refelt a pool table, with a typical price range of $250 to $300. You may pay as little as $150 or as much as $500. Pool tables come in three sizes, and size affects the price. The cost of pool table refelting is fairly evenly split between materials and labor.

How do I identify my pool table?

The easiest way to find the manufacturer is to check the table for any brand markings. Many will place it on a metal plate to the top or side of the pool table. Failing that, it may have a unique code stamped on the wood representing the make and model. A quick search of the code online should return the answer.

Can you move a 3 piece slate pool table without taking it apart?

Before you move your pool table, it's strongly recommended to take it apart. Pool tables are not designed to be moved in one piece. You will need to disassemble the legs, felt, rails and slate and then reassemble them in your pool table's new location.

Is 3 piece slate good?

Three-piece slate pool tables are considered the best because they allow for the more precise and attractive methods of leveling. They are also easier to move without damaging the slate.

How do you store a 3 piece slate pool table?

How do you transport a slate pool table?

Strap down the slate when transporting it to ensure it doesn't get damaged from a speed bump. Also be sure to cover it and stack the pieces carefully on top of each other. When stacking slate, it's a good idea to have a piece of wood buffering the slabs from touching.

Are most bar pool tables slate?

All professional pool and snooker tournament tables around the world use slate beds, as the ball roll is considered to be perfectly true.

What is a good thickness for slate on a pool table?

Pool table slate varies by a thickness ranging from two to three centimetres. However, according to the Billiards Congress of America, one-inch slate (2.5 centimetres) is the most accurate. That's why most tournaments require tables with at least 2.5cm slate to be used.

What is the life expectancy of a pool table?

Generally, 20-25 years, although some cushion rubber lasts longer. If the pool table has seen direct sunlight, cushion life will be greatly reduced. We have also seen pool tables less than five years old that have “dead” cushions. It is unusual but it happens.

Do pool tables hold their value?

Pool tables tend to hold their value so a used table is often nearly as expensive as a new table but does not have the same guarantees as new. A pool table is often damaged when moved making a used table more likely to have an uneven playing surface or other structural issues.

Are used pool tables worth it?

Cheap & Negotiable. If you have a limited budget, you definitely want to go for a used pool table. You can spend anywhere from $300 to $800 and still get a great high-quality table. Most of the time, you can negotiate the price of the table with the owner.

Can you tip a pool table on its side?

You DO NOT want to tip a pool table on its side to fit it through doorways, as this can damage the table. So, if the pool table cannot be moved using dollies and sliders, it must be disassembled and taken apart.

How do you tell what year a pool table is?

Schmidt pool tables come standard with a 4-digit code with a letter in front of it. The first two numbers of this code tell you the year the table was made. The letter and last two digits tell you the order in which it was made.

What's the heaviest part of a pool table?

The heaviest part of your pool table is the slate. Our tables feature 3 pieces of slate fitted to ensure perfect play, and these pieces weigh in between 150-250 pounds each.

What does 3 slate pool table mean?

What's the difference between 3 piece slate and a 1 piece slate pool table? One piece slate tables are built using a single piece of slate while a three piece slate table is divided into three sections. Effectively, the one piece slate table doesn't have any seams while the three piece slate table has two seams.