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∙ 2012-09-12 22:12:51Neither, the playable area is the size given when stating pool table size.
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∙ 2012-09-12 22:12:51There should not be extra cloth at the end of a pool table. The table needs repair if there appears to be extra cloth.
This describes a pool table that has a playing surface of slate, covered by the cloth of coourse.
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A pool table cover protects the surface of a pool table from debris, dust, and spills. It is usually made from a reinforced vinyl, so it is waterproof. The table side of the cover is usually of a reinforcing cloth.
The woven cloth is referred to as baize.
you use a bbrush and you clean off all the dust on the cloth
Yes. However - The quality of play is very much impacted by the quality of the table and its cloth. Pool table cloth selection is definitely "you get what you pay for". If you install any cloth other than that designed for a pool table, the action of the balls on the table will not be the same, the felt will most likelt not last very long, and in general, you will be very disappointed. Unless you are covering the table and rails yourself rather than having a professional do it, you don't have many options to use cheap fabrics as no professional will install it for you.
How to Maintain a Pool Table Though every pool player wants to focus on his or her game, he or she must nevertheless learn how to maintain their table. If a pool player expects his or her table to last, they need to take proper care of it. This involves, taking care of the cloth, the leather, and the wood You want to keep your table in good condition, or you may experience complications with your game play. To get the most accurate game play out of your table, keep it tidy and clean at all times. Some easy and helpfully tips to maintain your pool table follow. Step One: The bed cloth needs to be ironed in the direction of the nap, for the first seven times that it has been used. After that, do this once every six months. Your iron should be set on a medium heat and low steam. Alternatively, you could use a damp, lint-free towel to wipe over the cloth. You should only use hot water and do not use any form of detergent. Step Two: Never drink liquids or eat on or near you pool table. Step Three: Keep the pool table out of direct sunlight. This will prevent the fabric from losing its color. Step Four: Never lean or sit on the pool table. Extra weight that is put on the pool table can damage the seams of the cloth or make the table unlevel. Step Five: When brushing the cloth on the table, brush the cloth in the direction of the 'nap'. This is a slightly raised area on the table which is covered by the cloth. Step Six: Use lint rollers to remove dust particles from the cloth of the table. Step Seven: Do not use vacuum cleaner attachments to clean the top of the table. This can cause the cloth on the table to buckle. Step Eight: Clean the rails of the pool table using high quality furniture polish or wax. Step Nine: Every six months, use leather condition oil to clean any leather parts of the pool table. Wipe the pockets of the pool table with the same conditioner. You should perform maintenance procedures on your pool table regularly. If you use your pool table frequently, clean it at least once a month. If you use your pool table irregularly, be sure to clean it 4-6 times a year.
This is subjective. There are few manufacturers of pool table covers to choose from. A good pool table cover is water-proof, preventing any spills from reaching the table surface. For this reason, most pool table covers are of vinyl. The good table covers have cloth backing and are of heavy gauge vinyl. With normal proper handling, these can last a lifetime.
Felt. Technically pool table felt is baize, not felt. Felt is a cloth that is not woven, and pool table felt is woven baize constructed specifically for pool table use. The two most popular brands are Simonis and Granito, and there are a handful more. Each cloth made has properties that will affect the way the balls react and how long the felt will last.