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Moving and Disassembling your pool table: Things to Think About

Moving you’re pool table? moving a pool table is not as easy as it sounds. Most pool tables weigh between 500-900 pounds. Now, it is possible for 10 of your friends help you move the table from point A to point B but not without some bumps along the way. Pool tables are large, heavy, and not meant to be moved once they are constructed. That’s why its really important for you to plan where your table is going to be placed before it’s even ordered.

Here are some things to think about before receiving your table:

1)Is you’re game room big enough for both the pool table and the cues while in use?

According to google “ A Standard 2 piece cues measure at least 58 inches in length. The pool room size needed then is the length of the pool table plus 2 times the length of the cue and the width of the pool table plus 2 times the length of the cue.”

If you don’t have much space its also possible to get shorter cues give us a call to learn more.

2) Does you’re game room have lots of windows or objects that can be easily broken by an accidental flying ball.

Of course this doesn’t happen often but it does happen specially with newer players. They put a lot of power into a shots in hopes of scoring something, anything, which usually ends up in a air ball. To avoid this from happening it’s best you take friendly precautions with some beginners pool lessons found HERE.

So you’ve ordered your pool table but absolutely have to relocate it. We recommend that you call your billiard professionals because moving a pool table is best left to the pros. It might not be free but they are trained, experienced, and have the equipment necessary to move you’re table quickly and effortlessly.

Moving and disassembling pool table:

No need to worry, the best way to relocate your pool tables is by disassembling it. All tables are designed to be taken apart they are all build in pieces after all.

You will need:

-A couple friends off the speed dial to help move the slate and other heavy pieces.

-Tools and Equipment such as staple remover, needle nose pliers, flat head screwdrivers, a socket wrench, a power drill, a carpenter’s level, a pair of moving blankets or bubble wrap, plastic bags for the smaller pieces , packing tape and of course glasses for safety.

-Time and Patience since you’re reading this its probably you’re first time so be patient follow the step-by-step guide paired with a couple of hours and you’ll be successful.

-If this sounds like to much of an adventure for you be sure to not hesitate and contact experienced pool table movers.

How To Move A Pool Table By Yourself: Complete Step-By-Step Guide

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