Pool Table
The design of your custom pool table starts by choosing: the frame, legs and skirts which are usually produced from solid woods, stone or steel. These materials vary in price and some last longer than others. Make sure that you choose a product that will last ensuring your custom pool table is around for generations to come.
Rails
Now that you have chosen your frames, legs and skirts you are ready for the next step. Railings are also an important part of your custom pool table. Laminated rails provide a solid bounce that doesn't fade like other railing.
Hardwood
Exotic woods can add a natural beauty to your home and
provide a durable, scratch resistant finish that is low maintenance. Standard options include Oak, Walnut, Cherry, and Ash. An upgrade would include Walnut, Maple, or Mahogany.
Finishes
The final consideration in a custom billiard table is the finish. The finish can be oil or wax. Oil enhances the natural beauty of the wood without build-up like some waxes. The end result is a polished look. At the same time an oil finish can be more environmentally friendly. Most mass- produced billiard table use a lacquer finish. Lacquer is very hard, but it can chip and wear.
Slate
If you are choosing a custom billiard table, then you are probably going for standard slate. With standard slate you not only get a flatness that meets all industry standard, you get a table top that will give you decade of use and accurate play.
Pockets
Hand-sewn pockets are standard feature of the custom billiard table. As you investigate the hand-sewn pockets, make sure that only the finest billiard cloths are used such as Hainsworth, Championship's Titan or Tour Edition and Simonis. These cloths are the names of world renowned custom billiard table cloths. There are many colors to choose from, allowing you to custom the décor to your gaming room. The cloths you choose should insure durability and great play.
Choose a full service retailer
Finally, when choosing a custom billiard table designer, make sure you choose a professional who can also move, install, level and repair your new table if needed. Enjoying a custom billiard table also involves peace of mind when it comes to future services.
