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I watch your videos all the time. You've taught me a lot. I especially was happy to learn that Brunswick and Olhausen use MDF board in the construction table and back side of the slate. I have a beautiful all wood slate table with an amazing ornate design. I noticed MDF was used on the back of the slate, similar to Brunswick. I thought my table was using inferior materials by using MDF. Thanks for the info which renewed my pride for my table.
Thank you so much for providing so much useful information in all of your videos. You've been someone I turn to first when it comes to pool tables and I find that following your advice always seems to make my life much easier. Using your advice I feel better and more confident about its assembly, care, and cloth selection. Many thanks go to you for many of the decisions I made going through the process of getting a pool table that works for me confidently.
Great videos. You have become my go to source for information. You mention conditioning the leather pockets. How do I keep the conditioner off the pool balls? Should I just only apply to the outside? Thanks 👍🏽
If you're using "Bick 4" for your conditioner, you would put it on, let it soak in, wipe off any excess, and let it dry for an hour or two. Shouldn't leave any on the balls as long as you're not drenching the leather in conditioner.
I appreciate that! As for videos on cues... Cues are an entirely different animal. And, regardless of what I say, half the viewers are going to agree with me and half are going to think I'm an idiot. Although I used to play a LOT of pool, the tables themselves have always been my passion. Not so much with cues.
LOTS of new pool table owners don't know where to begin as it pertains to upkeep of their table. I wanted to make a video explaining some of the most common questions I get asked after either installing a table from scratch or installing new cloth. I am an open book! Ask me about anything pool table related and I'll do my best to give you a straight-up answer without the fluff!
I recently purchased a pool table with Championship Teflon Cloth on it (as you say the Honda of cloths). (i) Could you illustrate the motion brushing the table? (ii) I don't think there is a knap with this cloth, so does it matter the direction I brush? (iii) Will the Dirt Devil ever suck up the cloth or cause stretching? is there a setting you use? Thanks in Advance.
@@anthonyperera9859 "Directional" cloth is something you don't find very often here in the U.S.. It's mainly limited to Carom and Snooker tables. So, it really doesn't matter which direction you brush in. Typically, I only use a brush to get the larger debris off of the cloth. Anything finer (such as powder and chalk) is only going to migrate into the cloth with brushing. Which is why I recommend the..... .....Dirt Devil, assuming your cloth is properly installed, you shouldn't have any issues using it. Although that particular vacuum is more powerful than just about any other hand-held on the market, it isn't so powerful that it would suck up the cloth (unless your cloth is on WAY too loose!). The main reason I recommend that particular vacuum is, it 1) does have more powerful suction and 2) it's the only hand-held that actually has a beater bar. The combination of the two will get rid of all the dust, powder, and chalk. And, that prolongs the life of your cloth. **EDIT** Use the high setting on the Dirt Devil.
Hi, I have a Brunswick GC4 table at home and I also play at a pool hall on GC3 tables. On my table the balls (Aramith TV pro) seem to roll less then on the hall's tables and my table feels slow. Lately I selected a 860HR cloth against the 860 that I had been using and that made the table play like the pool hall's that have the 860. I was wondering what can make similar tables play differently. Could it be the type of the slate ? Mine is light colored and the surface is not smooth to the touch (like "corduroid") and the GC3s have a very smooth black slate... I have even installed heating elements to make sure it's not the moisture ....
Thanks, great job on sharing your experience with others Doug. Have you ever had to come to Florida to set up pool tables or do you just recommend people that are in our areas?
Sorry, I don't go to Florida. Don't really know of anyone there either. Your best bet is to call around. Also, follow my guide on who to choose: th-cam.com/video/DZV_R41XoFk/w-d-xo.html
Great advice!! I have guests that use the $30 chalk that acts more like a clay substance than traditional chalk--You can brush up the big chunks, but almost impossible to get rid of it all, as it's not a dust. Also, have you ever damp-clothed a pool table cloth? Great videos!!
I really like a polishing compound put out by 3M. If you do a Google search for "3M 81235" you can find it. But, you can probably also find it on Amazon.
Hi~ I have questions regarding the burn marks left on the speed cloths. I have been practicing breaks on my home table and I almost always use a break cloth. But I still get two obvious white lines from the long rail to the head ball. How can I prevent it and will I be able to reduce them afterwards? Thanks!
You can't prevent it. The cue ball is literally scorching the fibers of the cloth from friction. There's no way of reducing it either. It just goes with the territory.
Clean your cue ball and/or use a higher end set. Phenolic resin is used in a lot of higher end sets because its additional hardness and the curing processes they use, allow them to put a smoother surface and polish on them, reducing friction between the balls and the table. It’s impossible to remove ALL friction based scorch marks, especially if you’re repetitively slamming a ball 15-20 mph over the exact same spot, but minimizing the amount of resistance the cue ball creates as it slides across the table helps a little at least; and it will definitely help for other shots that aren’t as extreme. If you don’t want to blow $180-300+ for a set of new Aramiths, you can still grab a super pro cut measles cue ball for $35ish. Plus, it’s kind of nice to be able to see English on your cue ball.
I'd be looking for a used one on eBay. You definitely don't want to use a vacuum with rubber fingers on the beater bar. That'll rip out the fibers of the cloth. I'd buy a broken one even if I had to repair it! I love those little vacuums! Don't know why they quit making it. It's SO versatile!
@@CreativeRestorations thanks for the reply. i have found a shop vac style vac with a vacuum operated bristle brush in fact i just got it today and it seems to work good. after using it on the table then playing 6 or 7 racks i had no chalk on my hand like i would with just vacuuming with my shop vac. thanks for your vids and sharing you knowledge with us.
If you feel this video was helpful and wish to make a contribution to the channel, you are welcome to send a PayPal donation to:
www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=R9XGEWZQJX8LA
I watch your videos all the time. You've taught me a lot. I especially was happy to learn that Brunswick and Olhausen use MDF board in the construction table and back side of the slate. I have a beautiful all wood slate table with an amazing ornate design. I noticed MDF was used on the back of the slate, similar to Brunswick. I thought my table was using inferior materials by using MDF. Thanks for the info which renewed my pride for my table.
Thank you so much for providing so much useful information in all of your videos. You've been someone I turn to first when it comes to pool tables and I find that following your advice always seems to make my life much easier. Using your advice I feel better and more confident about its assembly, care, and cloth selection. Many thanks go to you for many of the decisions I made going through the process of getting a pool table that works for me confidently.
Great videos. You have become my go to source for information.
You mention conditioning the leather pockets. How do I keep the conditioner off the pool balls? Should I just only apply to the outside? Thanks 👍🏽
If you're using "Bick 4" for your conditioner, you would put it on, let it soak in, wipe off any excess, and let it dry for an hour or two. Shouldn't leave any on the balls as long as you're not drenching the leather in conditioner.
@@CreativeRestorations Thanks!
A lot of very good information here.
Good job brother.
Muchos gracias!
Great info. Please keep up the good work!
Thanks, will do!
Great video, Doug. What about the wooden frame itself? Should I be concerned about dry rot, and should I apply wood conditioner to the frame?
Thank you. No. nothing is really necessary for the wood frame other than just wiping it down every so often to keep off the dust.
Thank you Sir for all of your tips. Can you do something on pool stick maintenance?
I appreciate that!
As for videos on cues... Cues are an entirely different animal. And, regardless of what I say, half the viewers are going to agree with me and half are going to think I'm an idiot.
Although I used to play a LOT of pool, the tables themselves have always been my passion. Not so much with cues.
LOTS of new pool table owners don't know where to begin as it pertains to upkeep of their table. I wanted to make a video explaining some of the most common questions I get asked after either installing a table from scratch or installing new cloth.
I am an open book! Ask me about anything pool table related and I'll do my best to give you a straight-up answer without the fluff!
I recently purchased a pool table with Championship Teflon Cloth on it (as you say the Honda of cloths).
(i) Could you illustrate the motion brushing the table?
(ii) I don't think there is a knap with this cloth, so does it matter the direction I brush?
(iii) Will the Dirt Devil ever suck up the cloth or cause stretching? is there a setting you use?
Thanks in Advance.
@@anthonyperera9859 "Directional" cloth is something you don't find very often here in the U.S.. It's mainly limited to Carom and Snooker tables. So, it really doesn't matter which direction you brush in. Typically, I only use a brush to get the larger debris off of the cloth. Anything finer (such as powder and chalk) is only going to migrate into the cloth with brushing. Which is why I recommend the.....
.....Dirt Devil, assuming your cloth is properly installed, you shouldn't have any issues using it. Although that particular vacuum is more powerful than just about any other hand-held on the market, it isn't so powerful that it would suck up the cloth (unless your cloth is on WAY too loose!). The main reason I recommend that particular vacuum is, it 1) does have more powerful suction and 2) it's the only hand-held that actually has a beater bar. The combination of the two will get rid of all the dust, powder, and chalk. And, that prolongs the life of your cloth.
**EDIT**
Use the high setting on the Dirt Devil.
@@CreativeRestorations thank-you for your time and response
Hi, I have a Brunswick GC4 table at home and I also play at a pool hall on GC3 tables. On my table the balls (Aramith TV pro) seem to roll less then on the hall's tables and my table feels slow. Lately I selected a 860HR cloth against the 860 that I had been using and that made the table play like the pool hall's that have the 860.
I was wondering what can make similar tables play differently. Could it be the type of the slate ? Mine is light colored and the surface is not smooth to the touch (like "corduroid") and the GC3s have a very smooth black slate...
I have even installed heating elements to make sure it's not the moisture ....
Thanks, great job on sharing your experience with others Doug. Have you ever had to come to Florida to set up pool tables or do you just recommend people that are in our areas?
Sorry, I don't go to Florida. Don't really know of anyone there either. Your best bet is to call around. Also, follow my guide on who to choose:
th-cam.com/video/DZV_R41XoFk/w-d-xo.html
Great advice!! I have guests that use the $30 chalk that acts more like a clay substance than traditional chalk--You can brush up the big chunks, but almost impossible to get rid of it all, as it's not a dust. Also, have you ever damp-clothed a pool table cloth? Great videos!!
What about your recommendation on keeping balls clean?
I really like a polishing compound put out by 3M. If you do a Google search for "3M 81235" you can find it. But, you can probably also find it on Amazon.
Would these tips also apply to a good condition used table
Absolutely!
Hi~ I have questions regarding the burn marks left on the speed cloths. I have been practicing breaks on my home table and I almost always use a break cloth. But I still get two obvious white lines from the long rail to the head ball. How can I prevent it and will I be able to reduce them afterwards? Thanks!
You can't prevent it. The cue ball is literally scorching the fibers of the cloth from friction. There's no way of reducing it either. It just goes with the territory.
@@CreativeRestorations Thanks!
Clean your cue ball and/or use a higher end set.
Phenolic resin is used in a lot of higher end sets because its additional hardness and the curing processes they use, allow them to put a smoother surface and polish on them, reducing friction between the balls and the table.
It’s impossible to remove ALL friction based scorch marks, especially if you’re repetitively slamming a ball 15-20 mph over the exact same spot, but minimizing the amount of resistance the cue ball creates as it slides across the table helps a little at least; and it will definitely help for other shots that aren’t as extreme.
If you don’t want to blow $180-300+ for a set of new Aramiths, you can still grab a super pro cut measles cue ball for $35ish. Plus, it’s kind of nice to be able to see English on your cue ball.
it seams like that dirt devil is no longer in production any other suggestions? most all the handheld vacuums i see are all rubber numb brush.
I'd be looking for a used one on eBay. You definitely don't want to use a vacuum with rubber fingers on the beater bar. That'll rip out the fibers of the cloth.
I'd buy a broken one even if I had to repair it! I love those little vacuums! Don't know why they quit making it. It's SO versatile!
@@CreativeRestorations thanks for the reply. i have found a shop vac style vac with a vacuum operated bristle brush in fact i just got it today and it seems to work good. after using it on the table then playing 6 or 7 racks i had no chalk on my hand like i would with just vacuuming with my shop vac. thanks for your vids and sharing you knowledge with us.