How to Move a Pool Table THE RIGHT WAY!

[@CreativeRestorations]

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[@phuongmai94]

Hi, is it possible to just leave the cloth on and move the slate like that? Will it mess it up I’m only moving it 10miles from my house.

[@lordlouiseadrielle]

Just bought a house, and I am needing a guide to disassemble a table. This just gave me more confidence to doing it!

[@tksts37]

Thank you professor KZbin University never fails! .... well sometimes it does but nit this time! I was going to get the Uhaul and 8 friends 😅 but with your instruction all I need is my wife 😆 thanks!

[@JTTeske]

This was perfect! The homeowner assumed we needed 3-5 people to remove the pool table but two of us did it by just following your video. The hard part was getting the slate up a stairway with a 90° bend but that just took a little more time.

[@jayhudson365]

My son and I moved a pool table this past weekend and your directions were perfect. Thank you!

[@danc3831]

After watching your video, reading every comment and your personal advice that you answered from experience, I can say with complete confidence and applaud that you are a "teacher". One who revels in the success of others with your knowledge forwarded in hand. A rare personal trait of which to be extremely proud. Respect may come grudgingly and late to the party from those whose life is left only to denigrate but respect will come. A fine man and person.

[@CreativeRestorations]

Thank you very much! I really do enjoy seeing people take the knowledge that I've given them and put it to good use. My dad was the type that, when he said to do something and I asked, "why is it done that way?", he would reply, "because I said so." That was never a reasonable response for me. I've always wanted to know why things work the way they do. The finer the detail, the more it holds my attention. And, for me, "why" is just as important as "how". I firmly believe that when you know exactly why things work the way they do, you're much less likely to want to take shortcuts and possibly/probably ruin whatever efforts you've put into the project to that point. Thank you for the compliments and the recognition of my efforts. You've brightened my day that much more!!!

[@peawack]

Excellent video, nearly ready to instruct workers in Turkey to do this for me as I'm buying my first table. Should be fun.

[@prestonwatkins9011]

Incredibly helpful video. Gave me the courage to pick up a pool table at a steal of a price. Thanks!!!

[@ernestbutler4647]

This was a Great video this video relaxed my thoughts on moving forward with the new table I just purchased and relieved me on trying to move the table with out any issues Can’t thank you enough for sharing your Experience and Knowledge

[@batzmunh]

Thank you. This video saved $500 today!!!

[@juanurena8249]

Absolutely amazing. Thorough, detailed step by step instructions.

[@rhondawebster1008]

Fantastic video! thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!! I was renting a 5X8 Trailer to transport a pool table but clearly that isn't needed. This is the best news I have heard in months!

[@barthunt1590]

Used your videos to successfully recover 3 times twice my Dad's bar top and once my table . Billiards Tech's are not available in the rural Midwest. Just so very grateful for your Billiards videos.

[@CreativeRestorations]

Glad to help!

[@firebird8600]

Same here. Closest billiards shop is in Cedar Rapids, 70 miles from here.

[@juliatrotter9659]

Thank you-I’m going to send your video to our son 😊

[@bernarat]

This video was awesome! Hardest part was removing the staples. Everything fit in my small truck 8 ft table.

[@ozarkliving7263]

Thank u so much. I’m in rural Missouri and just got a bid to move a table and the mileage surcharge alone was $700, on top of normal move charges and recovering

[@robingrentus2458]

Awesome video on how to disassemble a pool table. Thanks for sharing.

[@jamesroberts9849]

Very good information. I feel like I can move a table now.

[@ramone8554]

Thank you for the video tutorials. This gives me confidence we can buy a used pool table that was debating on buying due how heavy it is. Now i see how we can break it down and move it

[@Ken-uc5nq]

I appreciate the service you provide to those of us who can't afford an assembled pool table people like my self

[@dpsdeliveryandpickupservic1146]

Thanks for the video. I’m still new to the moving industry. I’ve been learning from many KZbinrs.

[@angusgray3975]

Thanks, from the Hunter Valley Australia. Very clear, very professional.

[@TomRivera-wf8fo]

Thanks for your videos helped me out a ton.

[@VinceZogas]

Thank you..your videos are informative, intelligent and easy to watch...thanks for helping me with looking for a used pool table, and safely moving it...I'll get my local guy to set it up, but thanks for doing what you do

[@eladrjreyob3415]

Spoke to Doug the other. Thank you, a wealth of information

[@RamMan2016]

Definitely going to move one myself now. Thanks for the info!

[@jasoncharles8651]

Thank you from Minnetonka, Minnesota. The video was a great help.

[@Tracer414]

Thank you for taking the time to make this video.

[@colonelmann]

You did a really good job ecplaining these steps. I got roped into moving a billiard table this weekend andcwas clueless until I watched this. Nice job.

[@robertedwards9323]

Super helpful...This will giving our slate table to a friend super easy. I might have taken every piece apart!

[@HusseinBaniahmad]

thank you so much for the detailed video! helped me a lot in disassembling my pool table. Greetings from Jordan!

[@earthishome1866]

wow..love this video. I was going to pay to have a pool transferred but now I think I can handle it. I just need a few bodies and simple tools I already have. Thank you so much for video♥️♥️♥️

[@CreativeRestorations]

That’s awesome! I’m glad to have helped. If you feel so inclined, there is a donation link in the description. Every little bit helps me keep the videos coming!

[@earthishome1866]

@@CreativeRestorations I will ......I really appreciate this video.

[@jesusrosales6756]

Thanks. Your instructions are very helpful and to the point.

[@CreativeRestorations]

You're welcome!

[@frankdestra6576]

Good video . learned alot . I would wrap the wood with cloth then shrink wrap to avoid scratches

[@CreativeRestorations]

If I were doing a long-haul move I would have. Going less than 10 miles, not really necessary.

[@rachellepowell6404]

Brilliant how-to video. You got all the solid points, made the work seem doable, and saved me some cash!

[@radarlove6283]

This video is helpful in more ways than one! I've seen many videos here on KZbin and got less info because some people think they know what they're saying and doing! Boy was I wrong! However, your video was the best by far and I've learned that those holes that hold the rails are what make the pool table even and stable. (besides the leveling part) I now have a concept in mind and will put that idea to the test once I make the design of a new slate for my pool table. - Thanks For The Upload! I Love It!

[@thesmuuuuggh]

great video, nicely explained and a solid level of detail. appreciate it!

[@JohnChaseClayton]

Wow! And I was about to hire someone to do this??.. Thank you for this video!

[@garybrown1530]

Thanks for sharing this video. It was very informative. I’ll be installing a new floor so I’ll need to disassemble my pool table. Your video gives me confidence that I can do it by following your directions.

[@davidrozzelle2202]

Excellent detailed video. Thank you for sharing.

[@chanemueller888]

Thank you brother for the very great video job well done first with the pool table and second with your tutorial on how to take it down verry professional and intuitive great job

[@TheJawtech]

I knew it wasn't rocket surgery but it's nice to see a good walk thru before attempting something like this. Cheers.

[@joec5953]

Brain surgery or rocket science That whole rocket surgery is crazy stuff! hehe

[@kwebster62]

@@joec5953 At least Brain Science makes sense. :)

[@Darryltay2]

Thank you! I was given a very nice table , now I feel that I can move it the right way and not damage it.

[@crisuribe2097]

Thank you for explaining this the way you did. You are extremely helpful and patient. Excellent job😊

[@trd-s3d]

Thanks Doug, your videos are great. I spoke to you some time ago and sent you some pictures of my Brunswick 75 anniversary table. We need to move it roughly 450 miles from PA to NC. Some of the roads are very rough and there isn't any other way out and into the areas. The side rails of the table are 9' long and don't break down any smaller than that best I can tell. We have the table disassembled now and I plan on moving it after Christmas. I am planning on renting a 6x12 boxed U-Haul. I noticed you said to build a create and put in the trailer vertically. I can and will build a 3-section cage to hold the slate as tight as possible and strap to the walls of the U-Haul. I really don't have any other way to move because I know my truck isn't big enough and I don't want to move in an open trail per some of the comments I read before. I have several questions for you if I may: 1) would I want to wrap each slate in a moving blanket? 2) what would I want to have the bottom of the slate sitting on? 2x6 or ??? 3) the table is going to be stored for maybe 1 or several years until I refinish all the rails and aluminum pockets and skirts. They are in rough shape. 4) How do I store the slate until I'm ready to put back together. Does it have to be in a climate-controlled environment or in NC and I ok if it isn't. Thank you for your time. Dale

[@CreativeRestorations]

Hi Dale, First off, good luck with the move. I'm sure it will go just fine. I'll answer your questions in order... 1) No need to wrap the slates. As a matter of fact, the less they're able to move, the better. If you wanted to do something, put two of the slates face to face and the final one facing inward. This will leave the slate frame on the outside and will provide all the cushioning you'd want or need. 2) 2x6 would be overkill. However, they are cheap and can be repurposed. So, sure. That's fine. 3) Climate controlled storage would be best. 4) Store the slate vertically and leaning against a wall (stacked one in front of another). Again, climate controlled storage would be best. Wood doesn't like swings in humidity or temperature. Hope this helps. Doug

[@alpine25j]

Thank you for making this video! Step by step clear instructions.

[@gabeduckworth4015]

I've been dreading this move but your video was awesome and helped a lot. Thank you!

[@ofcrdavidprestonopd6170]

Thank you so much, a company wanted 1,000 dollars to move a table.

[@yeders]

This is fantastic, thanks so much! How would you move a 8'x4' table that only has a single slate 19mm thick? How heavy do you think that would be? Would you use a dolly or something else?

[@growthbydesignn]

Great concise video. Thank you. Well within my capabilities, to my surprise!

[@tomeuler1979]

If i wouldve watched this 10 years ago, I could've had TWO brand new brunswick pool tables. I'm so mad and grateful now that I won't miss the next one. Great video. Thankyou. Can u explain saving the felt or even installing new felt? I'm gonna go stalk your channel now... 😁😆

[@scottrehak4076]

Gonna give er a try, thanks!

[@topcat52761]

Thank you. Nice job explaining and keeping it simple. Do you have a video for a table with ball return tracks?

[@BirdNerdJC]

Thank you. What a great video. I was given the table for free if i could get it home. Now i know i can. By the way you remind me of vince vaughn combined with dan Aykroyd. Cute!

[@davidlfugate4681]

Thanks saved me a bundle

[@larryyang6140]

Thank you so much for sharing your work and experience

[@tommarshall5751]

thank you for the information, great detail!!

[@melisabryce8780]

Great information!

[@theSilvioRoesler]

Thanks for the video! Very educational and detailed

[@iyeshamendez8787]

Well I am picking up a pool table this weekend so I greatly appreciate this vid 👍

[@juansantana9678]

👍🏼

[@jtk0762]

Thankyou , great video presentation

[@horyshet8217]

hey doug ive been watching your videos over the past few months, i finally have all parts to re-do my pool table. its an older pool table i cant find any info on it, but based on your videos and info i feel confident i can level it properly, refelt the table, replace pockets and replace rubbers. ill take some pics and videos before and after. thanks for all the info

[@raterus]

This is the third video today where I've seen your smiling face on the other end. First a recommendation from KZbin because I'm in the market for a pool table. Then I looked for a specific model to recover, and clicked your link, now this. I'm not a subscriber, but I think the KZbin Gods are telling me something.

[@martinmendoza2447]

I moved mine the hard way me and three other guys it was hell.. I have to move it again and will definitely do it this way

[@kwebster62]

4 of us moved a newer slate 8 ft table onto a truck and relocated to a new home basement just by taking the legs off, and reattaching in the new location. It was indeed very heavy, but it was a lot less work than this. We were in our 30s then, and I don't regret it. I wouldn't try it now.

[@chrisrobinson6486]

Well done. Great video. 👍

[@33895]

Dude thank you for this they say don’t believe everything you watch on the net I’ll show em your vids 👌🏾👍🏾🫡

[@daleobrien406]

U r awesome gave me insight on a god talent I am 60 & played ever since I was 8 how much is a valley 1978 7' slate top bar table

[@ruckuswethepeep4384]

Great content!!!

[@rossjrsr74]

Really great video thank you

[@dariovite8994]

Thanks for the video

[@csiaudio]

Thanks for the video! Question, since the rails come off as two units is there a reason why you'd continue breaking them apart? Seems like keeping them together would save assembly?

[@billroberts9702]

Thanks!

[@danielmartin1328]

Can you just leave the pockets attached to the frame? I’m going to be moving a 7 foot imperial international 3 piece slate table soon myself. I didn’t see why the pockets came off. Great video.

[@fu1168]

I am picking up a gold crown III in two days and never moved a table before. Any tips on pinned slate removal? do I just wiggle it but not up and down? maybe a rubber mallet? should I strap down the slate for bumps in the truck bed with rachet straps?

[@trp2413]

Thanks Got mine torn apart for the movers, they will move it but wouldn’t do assembly or disassembly

[@robertocantero5538]

Great video

[@josephpimatulac9182]

Amazing video, do you have a tip for a Kaisson table disassembly?

[@billvincent2854]

Excellent knowledge thanks

[@jackjones3004]

Thank You for a great how to video.

[@ecantu8841]

Do I have to take the felt off on a one piece slate table? Also can I transport the one piece slate flat on the bed of the truck? Thanks

[@donaldjohnson2038]

Nice job. :) Thanks!

[@candiceblack86]

Hi, thanks for posting your videos. I don't know if you'll see my comment but a few questions I'm finding hard to get the answers to are; can I move my table a few inches this way or that way without dismantling? , And I see you have a rug under that table, our table is on tiled floor and it doesn't have a smooth sound as the ball rolls, could we slide a rug under to improve that, again without dismantling?

[@thatrandomsquirrel7652]

what if the table is single slate? I was planning to have me and 5 buddies just to have enough muscle to move the entire slate at once and reduce risk of breaking it. We are also needing to get a Uhaul just to fit the 8 foot slate, as no one has a pickup with a big enough bed.

[@druglord57]

Thanks! After watching this video, I think I can do this. I have a Brunswick Bristol 2. Do you know if the slates are pinned?

[@ithomson3018]

How would you handle a single slate pool table? Just use more people to move the single piece of slate?

[@Mrdubomb]

Would you advise against putting those slates on top of some foam board and in between to transport?

[@CreativeRestorations]

Nope. You want the slates to flex as little as possible. Absolute best way is to just stack them one on top of another. Foam board could let it flex and (ultimately) break!

[@BirdNerdJC]

Hi my table is a golden west. I got down to the slate and there are two screws in the center area and they are full of bondo so i cant get to the screw heads. How do you loosen bondo and get it out of the hole? a torch?

[@kwebster62]

4 guys in our 30s, removed the legs from a newer slate 8 foot table, carried the table up finished basement stairs, into a moving truck and into the basement of a house 30 miles away. We reattached the legs, and it was as good as new. I realize this video says "the RIGHT way",; and perhaps we were lucky. I was giving my pool table to a friend, as I was moving out of state, so all of the work shown in the video was not worth it to either one of us.

[@CreativeRestorations]

Yes. You said it. You got lucky. You would have been pretty upset if you hadn't gotten lucky, broke a slate, and had to either replace it or trash the table. To anyone reading this comment... don't tempt Lady Luck. Chances are, you'll come out the loser and will end up paying more in the long-run.

[@kwebster62]

@@CreativeRestorations In my case, I wouldn't have been upset because I wasn't keeping the pool table. I was either giving it away to a friend, or leaving it for the new homeowners, who weren't willing to pay for it. I couldn't take it with me to my new location. The friend who received it got a nice, newer pool table for free. I can only speak to my situation, which worked out fine for us.

[@mxriderwd]

Really good video, thank you for sharing

[@felipeengelmann9636]

Dude, this is simply the best video on this topic! Great Job Doug. I’m buying an used table from someone in town and he tells me it’s a slate table, but he can’t confirm if it’s 1 or 3 pieces. It’s an imperial international 8ft table. I’m assuming he should be able to see it from underneath the table, or is there any other way to figure it out, maybe via the Serial Number or model? Thanks

[@CreativeRestorations]

The cross beams would hide the seams between slates. So, you wouldn't necessarily be able to tell whether it's one piece or three. Chances are, though, it's three.

[@Stargazer2722]

Do you have any advice on how to fix the woodwork on a pool table where a dog has chewed all the way around the top? We moved into a home with a beautiful pool table and our dog has ruined it. :((

[@DustinJohnson-c4u]

I'm going to be moving a Dynamo coin operated pool table can it be broken down like that, or just the slate, base, and legs?

[@JWS-xn8ye]

@CreativeRestorations Why wouldn't you layer moving blankets underneath and between the slate pieces?

[@ozarkliving7263]

Are there markings so you know which way the middle slate faces?

[@mrsteezyoctopus3767]

if I have a trailer large enough, is it possible to just take the legs off the table and move all 3 slabs of slate while keeping them intact?

[@CreativeRestorations]

My videos go in detail as to why you DON'T want to move a table like that. You might be able to do it. However, you're going to DRASTICALLY increase the chances that someone is going to get hurt or you're going to break slates/wood. I would NEVER recommend you move one like that unless you're talking about specific COIN OPERATED pool tables. Home tables are designed to be disassembled for transport!

[@tonywoodford9119]

Thank you.

[@ozarkliving7263]

Thoughts on wrapping the legs, each, with moving blankets, and putting a blanket in between the frame and tailgate? Any benefit of a moving blanket between the slates? I have a Connelly Ultimate to move, 2” slates…..

[@paulschimel3572]

Thank you!

[@ChrisMonty44]

Great video! So hopeful! One question. I'm taking apart a fairly new Brunswick Contender table this weekend, and I'm not sure if the slates are pinned. If so, will the pry method still work for the slate separation, even with bondo or plaster of paris? I'm not sure how the table was assembled yet.

[@jerryalbers33]

Hi there. can I recover the bed with a hand stapler from arrow at home deport? got lots of time. Not wanting to buy a compressor and air stapler. What do you recommended.

[@CreativeRestorations]

Yes. You can.

[@roc2253]

Who do you recommend I use to move a table in Orlando Florida ?

[@CreativeRestorations]

Sorry. I don't know anyone in the Orlando area.