What is the best way to repair pool table slate.?

Question

I have a 8' Fischer 1 piece slate pool table, the slate is cracked and chipped with some holes as large as 1" across. Is there any better product to use to repair other than auto body putty or bees wax.

Answer 1

We always use beeswax to fill slate seams and fine cracks over other substances. It’s fast, clean and it does the best job. Use the small torch to melt the wax on the seam. Hold it about 5 inches over the seam and let it drip onto the table seam. We recommend using a torch to melt the beeswax for the table joints because a lighter will not generate enough heat to spread the wax on the table. Use a paint scraper to scrape the wax off. When you finish there is virtually no wax left on the table except for the wax right in the seam. Wax will also move with the table which will keep your seam sealed longer. Also, Keep in mind that regular wax is not sufficient for sealing seams, I would suggest using a special wax that is designed for this billiard slate purpose. Billiard table wax is much harder and more durable than normal bees wax because it has resin in it. Use wax for small cracks, seams etc. but for major cracks use Slate Repair Glue to repair broken or cracked pieces of slate. This glue is a must have when it comes to cracked pieces of slate!! It has a thick consistency which is needed of gluing slate. Also, use Kerr-Vel Slate Patch for larger holes, chips etc. Extreme accuracy and hardness make Kerr Vel Mix ideal for filling deep chips and holes. Small seams and tiny chips can be filled with beeswax, but the bigger stuff needs something with a lasting harder substance. We like this filler because it doesn't shrink like plaster or putty does. Plus it has a strength of 12,000 pounds per square inch when dry; not a bad replacement for missing areas of slate.

All three of these products can be obtained online at:

http://www.bestbilliard.com/catalog/1001...

Good Luck with your repairs!

Answer 2

buy a new one

Answer 3

yes, but you will have to work somewhat quickly:  I like to use "Fixall"

this is the same stuff I use to fix concrete, especially on the smooth surface like a garage floor

but of course remember you will probably want to do the entire felt after you are done.