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<\/p>\n\u00be\u201d slate vs 1\u201d slate; how big of a difference can \u00bc\u201d make right? Well, the thickness of your slate can have a big impact on the ability of your pool table to maintain a level surface and the way the ball rolls. You heard that right! Experienced players can tell the difference between \u00be\u201d and 1\u201d slate as the ball will actually roll smoother. Weight is also plays a key factor in pool table installment, a fact that any billiards\/pool table installer will tell you.<\/p>\n
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Don\u2019t forget to check out our Interview with Poison Pro Steve Markle<\/em><\/a>!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n 1\u201d slates are 33% heavier than \u00be\u201d slate. [.25\/.75 = .33] 1 inch slate is 1\/4 larger than 3\/4 slate. Divide the 1\/4 increase into the 3\/4 original size for an accurate size and weight increase. This eases the installation process significantly because the weight of the slate will pull each piece (assuming it\u2019s a 3 piece) to the floor and keep it there. Now we\u2019re not saying that \u00be\u201d slates are bad because they\u2019re not. \u00be\u201d slate is okay for smaller 7\u2019 pool tables but for larger tables, you\u2019ll want the 1\u201d that is thicker, heavier, and easier to level.<\/p>\n The BCA requires that all tournament pool tables consist of 3 piece 1\u201d slate. There\u2019s one other less common option however. Some tables use 7\/8\u201d slate as a substitute for 1\u201d slate and honestly, it\u2019s pretty close to the real thing. Yet and still, 1\u201d slate is the best way to go as it won\u2019t warp and it creates less friction when the ball is rolling on the table. The added weight also means the table won\u2019t move when you lean into it.<\/p>\n As it\u2019s thicker, 1\u201d slate is better if you plan to move the table around a lot. Thinner tables can be a bit more fragile and can break more easily. The thicker slate is more reliable and it has a more reliable bounce since the table is heavier.<\/p>\n Framed 1\u201d slate is the most expensive but you can still find a 1\u201d Brazilian slate table. 1\u201d framed slate stays level, it\u2019s heavier, and cloth is able to keep a tight and smooth fit.<\/p>\n The frame means that the cloth can be attached to the back of the table. In contrast, cloth must be glued to unframed slate. The glue will come undone leading to poor quality fitting and cloth that will become loose. Framed slate is much better then unframed slate and should always be chosen whenever possible.<\/p>\n 1\u201d slate means the ball will roll smoother, it will have a more consistent bounce, it\u2019s more durable, the table won\u2019t move, and it\u2019s easier to level. Whew! Got any questions? Leave a comment and we\u2019ll get right back to you!<\/p>\n Check out some 8-9 Ft Pool Tables<\/a> while you\u2019re here!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n More Pool Table Tips:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00be\u201d slate vs 1\u201d slate; how big of a difference can \u00bc\u201d make right? Well, the thickness of your slate can have a big impact on the ability of your pool table to maintain a level surface and the way … Continue reading \u00be\u201d Slate vs 1\u201d Slate<\/h2>\n
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