Keeping a look out for ‘Snooker Table for Sale’ signs when search for a snooker table can save you a lot of money. Second hand tables are often available at 50% off normal retail price; on a full size snooker table this can lead to a saving of upto $10,000. However, I can understand why people may have second thoughts about buying a second hand snooker table, and the purpose of this article is to give you a few tips about the important things to look for when purchasing a secondhand table.
1) Cushions – Cushions tend to be one of the first parts of a table to deteriorate. They come away from the wooden frame of the table which reduced their bounciness. Repair work can be costly so double check before handing over any money.
2) Cloth – If poorly looked after, a snooker table cloth is often on the most obvious sign of wear on a table. They can often get ripped by people playing shots with a poor technique and excessive use can cause the cloth to fray. Repair work can be done relatively cheaply so if the rest of the table is sound a poor cloth could be overlooked.
3) Slate – If a table is moved incorrectly or stored in the wrong manner the slate can become cracked. Snooker table slates are almost impossible to repair so have to be replaced, often at great cost.
3) Extras – Most snooker tables owners will have snooker equipment such as cues or scoreboards which is no longer needed and will happy to throw it all in if asked. It can help reduce the cost of purchasing a snooker table.
4) Play a game – The best test of a snooker table is to play a full game on it. That should iron out any abnormalities and prevent you from buying a duff one.
Hopefully you’ve found this tips helpful, and next time you see a ‘Snooker Table for Sale’ sign you’ll be fully armed with all the information you need.
