Refelting is the process of removing excess chalk from a pool table. It’s an important step in keeping your table clean and playing surface clear of built-up chalk. Refelting should be done after every game, or at least once a week. How often you refelt depends on the condition of your table, what type of pool you play, and your personal schedule. If you have a high-traffic location where people play often, it’s a good idea to refelt more frequently than if you don’t plan to play that often. This video walks through refeeling a pool table:
How Much Does It Cost to Refelt Billiards Table?
Refelting your pool table can cost anywhere from $150-300. The price will depend on how often you play and what type of pool table you have. In a commercial bar or any other high-traffic location, it’s a good idea to get a professional to do the refelting for you. This is because professionals often use equipment that’s designed for the job and are able to complete the process faster than DIYers would be able to. If you need help with refeeling, contact your local pool table repair shop to see if they offer this service or schedule an appointment with a professional.
What Is the Best Color Felt for a Billiards Table?
The best color felt for a billiards table is a dark brown or black. Dark colors are more durable and provide more contrast against the light surface of the billiards table. Other colors, like red, are too bright and may not be ideal for pool tables with dark surfaces.
What Is the Best Way To Clean Billiards Table Felt?
The best way to clean billiards table felt is by using a vacuum cleaner. After vacuuming, you can use a cloth to wipe up the excess dust and dirt that is no longer on the surface of the felt.
Refelting also helps reduce friction and wear on the table’s playing surface, which makes it easier to keep your tables feeling like new. So brush off your pool table after every game or at least once a week.
How Do You Maintain Billiards Table Felt?
If you want to maintain your billiards table, you should regularly remove the excess chalk that builds up on top of the felt. A popular method is to use a vacuum cleaner, which removes all the excess chalk in one swoop. If you don’t have access to a vacuum, then you can use a brush or scraper to remove it instead. If your table is in good condition and doesn’t have excessive build-up, you may only need to clean it once every four or five games.