High Quality Pool Tables Have These Characteristics, Does Yours?

One of the easiest ways to check the quality of a pool table, is by looking at how much it weighs. Pool tables that way a good amount are generally made out of high quality materials. There is also a lot of material put into the table which improves the structure of the table. When a table weighs more, the company will usually put more effort into securing the overall structure of the table as well. They will do this by putting a bigger and stronger center beam that runs the full length of the table. With this structure you will have one of the strongest tables possible.

Another good way to tell if your pool table is high quality, is based on the slate that runs across the top of the table. High quality slate is, at the most, three different pieces. You can check how many pieces the top slate is made out of by running your finger along the side part. If there are only two seams, that means there are only three pieces, and this is a good sign for the table. You also want to make sure that the slate is at least 1 inch thick. This will give a sturdiness that tables with thinner slate will not be comparable to.

As well as having a strong top layer, and an overall heavy weight, you want to make sure that the surface is level. When you make sure the surface is level, you won't have to level the table when installing it. This is also good for long-term use too, when you note that the table is level now, and that it is sturdy, you will know it will be level for many years to come. High quality tables are always level.

If you've already checked the weight of the table, it is likely the table you're looking at already has solid legs. Strong legs equals a strong and well structured table. When you have high quality legs that are strong and can hold a heavy table, you can be pretty sure that the table you have in front of you was built to ensure quality. When the table has strong legs and a heavy overall body weight, you can know the manufacturer put extra effort into making the table to the highest quality.

Smaller factors that you may want to look into are the railings. If the railings are made out of wood, you can be rest assured that they are high quality. You also want to check the pockets to make sure that they are made up of material that wears well. Leather is the highest quality pocket that is available. If the table has leather pockets, you know the company that manufactured your table created a high quality piece.

When analyzing the cloth of the table, if you find the cloth to be Simonis cloth, your table has one of the best cloths available.

The easiest way, and sometimes sure way to tell if a pool table is high quality are not, is by looking at its price tag. Higher-priced tables from well-known manufacturers are generally made out of high quality materials to a degree of standards that exceeds most other tables.