Characteristics That Define a Custom Billiard Table
Billiards is a game that originated in Europe around the 17th century. This game was developed as an indoor variation of croquette which was one of the most popular outdoor games during that time period. Since this game could not be played during bad weather, the players wanted to come up with an option that allowed them to play this indoors. When it first came into being, it was a game that was reserved for royalty and the noble classes. But today, it has transcended boundaries and become a highly popular game in various parts of the world. The billiard is one of the main accessories that are needed to play this game. Though the table that was first designed had many shortcomings, the ones that are available now are considered to be the best manufactured so far. Of all the varieties that customers can choose from today, custom pool tables are considered to be the best.
There are many traits of the custom billiard table that distinguish it from the others that are on sale. One of the noticeable traits is the wood used to manufacture these tables. Pool tables that fall under the category of least expensive and mid-range category use rubber wood and oak veneers for the design of the frame. However, in the case of custom tables, it is solid oak that is used to design them. This variation of oak is a type of hard wood and is considered to be the strongest. It can withstand a huge amount of weight, which is a requirement in since the slate used is always very heavy.
Slate is the material that is used for the playing area of the pool tables and is also referred to as the bed. The bed of tables in the economic range are made using MDF boards or wood. But none of these are as good as slate in facilitating a smooth playing experience. The Italian slate is the best quality slate available in the market. In custom tables, three slabs of this place which are 1€ to 1.5€ thick are procured and attached close to each other without any gaps in between. Three slabs are used because the billiard table is long and these slabs help in spreading out the weight evenly. Therefore, the bed does not break or develop cracks which can hamper the experience of playing Billiards.
The legs and cabinetry of the custom billiard table, in addition to the pool felt is also different from the others. The pool felt (a term that refers to the cloth covering the bed) used is a blend of wool and nylon in the ratio 75:25 which is considered to be the best. The legs of the custom pool tables are ornately carved using solid hard wood so it can withstand the weight of the entire table, including the bed and the frame. The cabinetry of these tables comprise of shelves to keep the cue sticks, chalks, balls and other accessories needed to play.
There are many traits of the custom billiard table that distinguish it from the others that are on sale. One of the noticeable traits is the wood used to manufacture these tables. Pool tables that fall under the category of least expensive and mid-range category use rubber wood and oak veneers for the design of the frame. However, in the case of custom tables, it is solid oak that is used to design them. This variation of oak is a type of hard wood and is considered to be the strongest. It can withstand a huge amount of weight, which is a requirement in since the slate used is always very heavy.
Slate is the material that is used for the playing area of the pool tables and is also referred to as the bed. The bed of tables in the economic range are made using MDF boards or wood. But none of these are as good as slate in facilitating a smooth playing experience. The Italian slate is the best quality slate available in the market. In custom tables, three slabs of this place which are 1€ to 1.5€ thick are procured and attached close to each other without any gaps in between. Three slabs are used because the billiard table is long and these slabs help in spreading out the weight evenly. Therefore, the bed does not break or develop cracks which can hamper the experience of playing Billiards.
The legs and cabinetry of the custom billiard table, in addition to the pool felt is also different from the others. The pool felt (a term that refers to the cloth covering the bed) used is a blend of wool and nylon in the ratio 75:25 which is considered to be the best. The legs of the custom pool tables are ornately carved using solid hard wood so it can withstand the weight of the entire table, including the bed and the frame. The cabinetry of these tables comprise of shelves to keep the cue sticks, chalks, balls and other accessories needed to play.
