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Depending on construction, yes. Although it may be possible, it would not be recommended. The obvious reason to change to slate is a better playing surface. However, the slate will be much heavier than the composite or wood it is replacing. This very likely is heavier than the table supports are designed to support, resulting in an unstable support which in turn, will result in a table that canot be kept level.
Yes. To be a regulation table it must be slate. To be sure you have a consistent playing surface that is similar to that of a regulation table, it must be slate. A pool table can have a different surface but it should not be expected to be idenitical in play as a slate table.
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When moving a 3 piece slate pool table should the slate be stood on edge or laid down?
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Is a non slate table considered a pool table?
Yes, slate is not necessary, but the level of play may not equal to even a cheap slate table.
How much does a 7 foot slate pool table weight?
A 7-foot slate pool table typically weighs between 700-1000 pounds, depending on the specific model and manufacturer.
What pattern is Gandy pool table slate?
A 9 foot Gandy pool table uses a fine finished 3 piece slate. There is no pattern specific to Gandy.
Where can you get slate for a billiards table?
Most pool table slate comes from Italy and is cut and milled there for pool table use. From there, it is finished at the pool table manufacturer. To purchase new slate, you need to contact a pool manufacturer and convince them to sell you the slate. Because it is not an item they intned to sell, expect it to be very costly. In addition, you will most likely be responsible for drilling the slate yourself. A better option may be to look around for a used pool table that has the slate in excellent condition. This can be found in yard and garage sales, newspaper ads, Craig's List, and eBay. This most likely will be much cheaper than buying new slate.
What is a 75 slate core play bed on pool table?
This is a fancy name used to sell a 3/4 inch synthetic pool table surface that has enough slate inside of it so that they can say the word slate legally. This type of surface is not similar to a true slate pool table and will not provide a level playing surface over time.
Who buys slabs of slate from pool table?
The slate has no resale value for pool tables, except to someone who has badly damaged slate (from dropping it, etc.). Most landscapers use slate regularly and are equipped to handle it. If it cannot be sold as replacement pool table slate (it must be in excellent condition of course and a matched set), the major landscaper is the best customer.
Where can one purchase a Slate pool table?
The playing surface of a slate pool table will give the best and truest playing surface and will not deteriorate over time, whereas an MDF base may warp slightly. Slate pool tables can be sourced at many sports shops or from specialist stores such as Home Leisure Direct.
Is a fredrick-willys pool table slate?
Some are slate and some are not. These are generally low end tables, and even the slate versions have little resale value.
Can a mizerak pool table be re felted?
Yes, there is no difference between the Mizerak pool table and other slate pool tables. It is expected to get new felt due to normal wear.
What is the Average price of a 1 inch slate 8 foot pool table?
The value is about $100, regardless of size, if it is in excellent condition. There is no resale value to the general public, because slate doesn't go bad. The only potential purchaser is a major retailer who may want the slate to be able to replace a set that was damaged in handling. The slate must be replaced as a set for multiple piece slate.
How much is a second hand pool table?
The end consumer is the only real buyer of a second hand pool table. Roughly 50% of the original cost of a good pool table is dealer mark-up (including set-up). A pool table supplier may purchase a used pool table for a very low cost, but their only reason for doing so is to get the slate because they have a table with damaged slate. The best way to sell a used table is internet or local classified ads.
