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Posted: July 31, 2022Read moreHelpful Instructions to Clean the Felt of a Pool Table
You fell in love with the game of pool. The breaks, the angles, the thrill of victory. You’re hooked on it. So much so that you picked up a table for your home. But if you want to keep your pool table looking and playing like the day you bought it, it will need a little TLC. No part will need more consistent care than the felt. From cue chalk to spilled food and beverages the fabric will need to be looked after to avoid stains and unnecessary wear.
Made from durable wool and nylon blends, billiards table felt can stand up to years of use when maintained regularly. While eventually it will need to be replaced, proper care will help you avoid this costly repair for as long as possible. Here are some simple instructions for cleaning the felt on a pool table.Materials You Need:
- A pool felt brush
- A microfiber cloth
- Water
- A gentle detergent
- A commercial pool felt cleaner
Brushing the Table Felt
First you need a table brush. We recommend a pool felt b
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Read more5 Essential Tips for Buying Your Own Pinball Machine
We all need a break. A week full of work, errands, cooking, cleaning, running the kids around, it takes a toll. We’ve all heard the saying "All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy". Good thing we know a great way to keep the hum-drums away. Pinball!
Pinball is a great way to blow off steam for a number of reasons. It requires total focus, forcing you to set aside your daily troubles for a bit. The lights and sounds are engaging, taking you into another world and sparking your imagination. And, of course, it’s just a lot of fun to play. Not only that, but you take turns with your friends as you each try to set the high score. Granted, picking one up for yourself can seem a little tricky if it’s your first time buying a pinball machine. Here are five simple tips that will have you playing in no time without breaking the bank.
#1 - Establish a Realistic Budget
As with any big ticket purchase, you’re going to want to set a budget and stick to it. Some machines will require more energy than others while maintenance will vary depending on if you have a digital display or not. Also, bear in mind if this is for commercial or home use. If you’re not using it as a s
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Read more4 Signs You Need to Refelt A Pool Table
Your pool table's felt will slowly become damaged over time from the friction of the balls and any nicks and scratches that occur during gameplay. It may seem daunting but it's essential to keep up with maintaining your pool table. Staying on top of the condition of your felt will keep your table playing great and looking new. Over time, even with maintenance, a refelting may be required. Here are four signs that it's time to give your pool table some love.
1. It's Visibly Damaged
If there are any major marks or deep scratches, it's time to give your table a facelift. While encouraging mindful gameplay with those using your table will help it last for a long time, sometimes accidents happen. If the felt has been deeply scraped or scratched, it will likely need to be replaced.
2. It's Affecting Your Play
As time goes on, your felt will start to fade and become exposed to moisture (either atmospheric or from spills) as well as build up dirt and dust. This will begin to affect gameplay by impacting the way balls roll across the surface. If, after a thorough cleaning (see below), the felt is still interfering with your game, it might be time to resurface with some fresh felt.
3. Balls are Pocket Catching
The felt of your pool table is attached to the rails, cushions, and slate to make it
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Read more4 Reasons to Add Pool Tables to Your Bar
Are you running a bar? Are there a few too many open seats during happy hour? It might be time to think about installing a pool table. Sometimes pool tables in bars get a bad rap. Some bar owners worry that a table would take up too much space or get folks too rowdy. Believe us, when you make the call and install one, you will be kicking yourself for not doing it sooner. Your pool table will immediately bring an exciting game to your bar, encouraging them to spend more time (and money) in your establishment.
Here are four reasons how adding a pool table to your space will have an immediate impact on your business:1. It's an Easy Upgrade
If you plan it out right, a pool table can turn a dead space on your floor into a centerpiece. Once you’ve identified a space for the table with enough room surrounding it to enjoy the game, you can fill in the rest of the floor around it so that it all works together in harmony. Your table will attract patrons to it. By playing game after game, they’ll be enticed to keep coming back time and time again.
Once you have this attraction set properly in your space, you will quickly realize that not only does your space feel warmer and more inviting, you have more people ordering more food and drinks, all while putting more and more quarters into the tab
