What kind of paint or surface-coating would be best suited for a table tennis table?

Question

I was thinking of repainting my table or perhaps making a new one from scratch and I have had a lot of trouble finding a good, frictionless paint to use.

Can anybody suggest something for me? Like what real tables are painted with?

Answer 1

I should think a good enamel would do the trick. Chalkboard paint would work too.
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Answer 2

"Frictionless" is not important. I'd go with a matte finish rather than glossy to lessen glare.