How do i replace the felt on my pool table. that is spacificly nailing of the felt off. the pockets first ???

Question

How do i replace the felt on my pool table. that is spacificly nailing of the felt off. the pockets first ???

Answer 1

pockets last---but leave aprox. 12 inches of cloth on both sides of the pockets loose-don,t staple yet---make sure you pull all the cloth on the table as tight as you can get it ---then put 3 slits it the cloth that  overhang the pockets and pull and stretch it down and underneath the table---then staple it---use staples--not nails---nails are almost impossible to get out ----1/2 inch staples are the best-----have fun not an easy job--start on one side of the table --then do the opposite side--pulling it as tight as you can as you go along---if there are any wrinkles--you should be able to pull (stretch) them out----and yes---poolhottie is right---if you,re not sure what you,re doin--call a pro---it really isn,t an easy job

Answer 2

Honestly, it's such a tricky job, and the quality of game will be affected if it's not done properly.  My advise is don't even try to do it yourself and get a professional.  Sorry that's not what you wanted to hear, but if you do a crappy job, and can't play on the table, then you'll have to get someone to do it anyway.