Is it hard to disassemble a pool table?

There’s a good chance that you’re going to need to take it apart and put it back together. Standard pool tables are incredibly large and heavy, making it pretty difficult to move them in one piece—even for a professional moving company.

How do you take apart a pool table for moving?

Can you dismantle pool table?

The recommended way to move a pool table is to disassemble it. You’ll need a drill, socket wrench and a screwdriver tool set to take your pool table apart. A staple remover for the pool table’s felt. Moving blankets and bubble wrap are essential to preventing damage during your move.

Can you move a pool table without taking it apart?

You can move a pool table a short distance without taking it apart as long with the help of several people and furniture sliders, but it could cause damage to the table and require the bumpers to be realigned, and the slate re-leveled. We recommend hiring professionals.

How much does it cost to take apart a pool table?

How Much Does Pool Table Removal Cost? The cost to remove a pool table can vary, but it is usually around $275-$495 to have a pool table hauled away. This is a ball park range, and there are a few factors that can affect table removal pricing. The national average for Pool Table Removal is right at $400.

How heavy is a 8ft slate pool table?

1,000 Pounds
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.

What’s the easiest way to move a pool table?

How do you move a one piece slate pool table?

Here’s How to Move a Pool Table in a Nutshell:
  1. Take the pool (or billiards) table apart.
  2. Label every piece.
  3. Carefully remove the felt.
  4. Take the slate off.
  5. Enlist 3-5 friends to help move the pool table or hire professional movers.

Can a pool table be put upstairs?

Many people have asked us if we can install their pool tables upstairs. Absolutely. Assuming your room is up to building code standards of course.

How much does it cost to Refelt a pool table?

The average cost to refelt a pool table is $366 depending on the table’s size and the quality of the fabric. Installing new felt on a 7 or 8-foot pool table costs $265 to $500, and $280 to $550 on a 9-foot table. Some refelting services charge $100 less if you buy your own felt.

Are there 2 piece slate pool tables?

Pool tables can come in both single slate and sectional slate versions. Both will give you a fantastic playing surface being slate however they do have their differences.

Should you put a rug under pool table?

It’s recommended that you put an area rug under the table that is big enough for all four legs to be on the rug to keep the table from sliding. Tile is a strong option for the floor but you’re taking a chance on chipping or breakage when balls come off the table- both to the floor and possibly the balls.

Can you put a pool table on hardwood floors?

Installing a Pool Table of Hardwood Floors. Hardwood flooring is a better solution for pool tables but you’re not completely off the hook. Fluctuations in temperature and humidity can cause your flooring to shrink and expand slightly. This can be enough to throw off the alignment of your table.

Is pool table slate strong?

Although pool table slate is very strong and can withstand pool balls being on it, it is a very fragile material, and a tiny crack or chip can ruin the entire piece of slate (or require a repair). This is why it is important to be extremely cautious when you move a pool table to not damage the slate.

How much room do I need around a pool table?

Clearance around a pool table. At the minimum, there should be 5 feet of clear space around the table. This space is enough for comfortably placing and stroking the cue. Therefore, the ideal space for your pool table should be at least 10 feet added on top of the table’s dimensions.

Can you put a pool table in the garage?

You absolutely can put a pool table in your garage. Let’s be honest. Most of us don’t have houses with a living room big enough to put a full size pool table along with a couch, TV, and other furniture. A garage is a great alternative.

Can you install a pool table on carpet?

Installing a pool table on carpet is tricky business. Moving the table into the room can damage the delicate fibers of your carpet, leaving tracks from the door to the table’s ultimate home. To avoid this lay a tarp or heavy cloth over the carpet and slide the table dolly across along it.

Can a pool table fit in a 12×12 room?

Pool tables come in many standard sizes, but the typical home table is 8 feet long. When taking into account that the length of a pool cue is 58 inches, players won’t have much room to move around and shoot without hitting a wall. This means that a 12 feet by 12 feet room is too small for a standard home pool table.

How far away from a wall does a pool table need to be?

The average pool table should generally be five feet away from a wall, and if you want plenty of room for people to take a shot and someone to walk behind you can even go up to seven or eight feet.

What is the most popular pool table size?

8ft
Standard 8ft – (Playfield: 44″ X 88″) This is the most common size sold in the USA for homes and private residences. Tournament 9ft – (Playfield: 50″ X 100″) This is the full size the game of Billiards was invented on. It is still used in professional tournaments today.

Is a 7ft pool table too small?

Generally speaking, eight-foot tables are considered ‘professional’ size, whereas seven-foot tables are considered ‘bar’ size. If you have the space, we recommend the larger size, it generally provides a better playing experience. However, a seven-foot table can be a great addition to a smaller room.