do slate pool tables warp?

Question

i just want to know if i buy a 3 peice 3/4 inch slate pool table will it last a life time

Answer 1

Three piece slate is the only slate which is guaranteed by the slate mines not to warp. So if your looking into buying a pool table make sure it has this.

Answer 2

I'm not trying to be a pool snob or anything like that, but would never get anything LESS than a 4 X 8 slate because it would be a total waste of money. Those other tables warp and they don't play well. The rails usually suck badly. Obviously, the best table is a 4.5 X 9 with slate. But those are usually used around $800 and up. I've seen a few 4 X8 on craigslist for around $500, so I'd really try to shop and be patient, or just buy him an IPOD or something else. I just don't think you'll be happy with after playing on it for several hours.

Answer 3

Slate Pool Table

Answer 4

Slate doesn't warp, but the wooden framework might if exposed to moisture. Dad has a table from the 40's and with new felt, it would look better than the new ones built today. They'll last a lifetime if you take care of them.

Answer 5

if you take care of the table it should last many years. We frequently play on a table that is 40 years old and looks brand new because it has been taken care of

Answer 6

we have a slate table & yes ours is over 30 yrs & its fine except now some insects are nibbling at it but its so heavy to move & we've moved it heaps though
forget the size not the real big one but big enough

Answer 7

they shouldn't warp , that's why they are usually much more expensive because you are paying for quality

Answer 8

no they should not warp,,just keep your table level,,