How to Move a Pool Table
You and your friends will need a lot of furniture blankets if you are moving a table. They'll protect you as well as the table. A power drill, screwdriver, and socket wrench are also required.
To begin, you must first remove the side pockets and rails. To make reassembly safer and easier, you should label any bolts or screws that have been removed.
Carefully disassemble legs
To make moving the heavy furniture easier, it is best to disassemble a pool table. Professional movers will know how to disassemble and reassemble your pool table. You can still do it yourself with some preparation.
You should first measure the space that your pool table will need to pass through on moving day. You can then determine if the pool table is able to be moved intact or if it needs to be disassembled first.
Next, remove the legs of the pool table. This can be done with a power drill or screwdriver, but you must take care not to damage the table. You can flip the table frame after removing the legs. To avoid damage, be sure to brace the dollys before lifting them and lower the table gently.
Felt Surfaces
Pool tables are covered in felt. If you are not careful, they can easily be damaged when moving the table.
It's best if you disassemble your table completely if it will be moved long distances. Make sure you have all the necessary supplies. Included in this list are a toolbox, a wrench and eye protection, as well as a few friends to lend a hand. Consider getting a flat-wheeled dolly to support the weight of your table.
Take a few moments to label the pieces of the table before you start working on it. It will make the reassembly process much easier. You should also check the level of your pool table after moving it with a carpenter’s level to make sure that everything is still in place. You can correct it if necessary by using a set of shims.
Slate Tables
The heavy slate tables require extra care to move. If you can afford it, hiring professional pool table movers is a great idea. The professionals can level the table and assess the situation to ensure it is ready for use once it reaches its new location.
You can take on this challenge by yourself. Collect the necessary supplies and start disassembling the table as much as you can. Labeling the nuts, bolts, and connectors in a container or box will make it easier to assemble your pool table. Remember to use a carpenter’s level after the move to make sure the slate remains perfectly level. A bump in the moving process can affect the level of the pool table. You can avoid a lot headaches and damage to your pool table by taking these precautions.
Transport
You can move a pool-table a distance if you know how to disassemble it and have enough friends who are willing to lend a hand. It is a difficult and dangerous task. The table will require a great deal of time and effort to move it properly, unload it at the new house and then reassemble it. It is best to leave this job to professionals.
Follow these tips when moving your pool tables across the street, or even across town to prevent damage. Make sure your pool table is secured and not stacked. It is important to transport the table on its edge or flat to prevent any damage to the slate. Use a carpenter’s level to ensure that the table remains level once it has been moved to its new location. You will avoid having to do a lot of re-leveling after moving.
You and your friends will need a lot of furniture blankets if you are moving a table. They'll protect you as well as the table. A power drill, screwdriver, and socket wrench are also required. To begin, you must first remove the side pockets and rails. To make reassembly safer and easier, you should label…