How to Cover Pool Tables

Covering pool tables is somewhat like putting a fitted sheet on a bed. All sides are tight, and they can slip off. You may wish to have someone with you to hold down two sides, while you put on the other two. Your cover will fit as long as you have a cover that's standard for the size of your table.

Instructions

1

Buy a pool table cover that fits the size of your pool table. If you know the dimensions of your pool table, find a cover that's compatible. If not, measure the pool table and take the measurements to a pool table specialty store or a sporting goods store.

2

Clear everything from the pool table, including balls, sticks, chalk and the breaking triangle.

3

Unscrew any plastic or wooden protective covers that hold the pool table cover in place. Put these to the side.

4

Wipe down the sides of the table with a wood polish. Make sure the insides of the six holes are clean. Wipe off any excess chalk, dirt or fuzz that might have gotten on the pool table. If you need to, take a light vacuum to the felt of the pool table.

5

Cover the pool table with your cover. Do this before securing down the sides. Pull one side of the cover down over one edge of the pool table. If you have someone with you, have them hold the cover in place. If not, take something heavy such as a book or a brick to hold down the side.

6

Pull each edge of the pull table cover tight and around each edge. It should fit securely. Pool table covers are elastic-like and are designed with edges that are meant to easily slide over the pool table and into place. Be sure that the sides aren't going to slip off before you remove the object or have the person let go of the cover. Make sure the top lies smooth and that all edges are evenly placed.

7

Screw the plastic or wooden protective covers back onto your pool table.