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If the table cover cut / size is incorrect based on wrong
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new cloth can be made (either resized from the returned cloth or re- cut
new) for an $15 fee.
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Cutting errors:
If the table cover cut shape or / size is incorrect, and was produced
based on wrong table information provided by the buyer / client (SHAPE,
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If the cutting issue is based on our error, we will correct the issue at
no additional cost to the client.
Returns / Refunds:
We do not provide full cash refunds on any of our table covers. All
covers are custom cut / made to order.
We will absolutely not provide cash refunds on used or damaged covers.
We will accept a return based on incorrect size / or shape / cut and will
provide a refund based on our policy.
Our Policy: All
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any approved returns.
Covers that are returned intentionally damaged or used are not acceptable
for refund or exchange.
We will exchange a cover, without penalty for a color substitution.
We will also exchange a cover for a different fabric - with a price
adjustment.
With the increased interest in Texas Hold em
as well as the World Poker Tour on TV,
more and more fans are becoming players
either via simple home games, tournaments,
benefits, or fireman charity games. You got it --- They are
sprouting up like spring flowers. However The Joy of the game is dependent
on many other factors than the win... Players
want better playing tools. They want convenience.
And with that need.. the desire for unusual
Decks of cards,
heavier chips, and more conducive poker playing surfaces.
So let's learn more about them!
~~~~ - a bit about me ~~~ I'm Nicki..
I have been providing table cover surfaces since 2006. I and a
group of friends wanted to do our own Texas Hold'em Monday night gig.
Nothing fancy.. a deck of cards, some chips from Walmart, a traveling
Trophy, and the typical kitchen table. Just a
Monday night thing.. some wine, or beer, or whatever after dinner.
We played on a crappy plastic table cover from walmart. Soon, we
found.. the playing surface needed to be more. So i went
looking on Ebay for some ideas. I found some, but felt I could do better.
My business.. i make velvet drawstring bags. It was a natural turn, and i
got making drawstring poly felt covers. It was
only a matter of time that i learned -- felt surfaces can become crappy too.
I did some more research - and found a way to make the poly felts better.
Our surface held up. I began offering them for others.
Next issue was to get a surface that was better for every day play. That
research has yielded some better options - the research continues.
~~~~~ To Quick Order surfaces i create now
- Click on our link below -
this is nicki -- for me to help you get the
surface you need... and
to make sure our cloth is prepared correctly
for you.
Always -- tell me what you need! about
your table, the game, and best of all.. how often do you play
I require - Table shape, length, width,
depth of table edge - as well as felt color the required delivery date
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Something New.. we do have our covers.. buy
it now on Amazon
The first
question I have been asked the most --
How Much Does It Cost?
Basically any table
size / shape that is 60" or less starts at 25.00 USD.
I can quote you on
any shape - round, square, rectangle, oblong oval, oval pill, conference.
For the size.. i need the L * W * D for your table.
Every Felt cloth comes with a drawstring - at N/C.
Recommended are the Barrel Loc Slider - One Dollar per pair.
Option 1- Elastic Band - will run 5.00 USD extra.
Option 2- Elastic Band with barrel loc $7.00 USD extra. -- This option is
the most preferred.. it gives you the snap of the band and the flexible
on/ off control with the barrel locs.
We do recommend Pre-treat on the poly felts- a spray process that holds
the nap into the felt. This is 3.00 USD.
Shipping / Handling anywhere in USA begins at 18.00 USD - the medium flat
rate cost as of 2013.
Rates change depending on total weight and dimensions of the box.
International Priority Mail depends on Destination.
We will ship anywhere in the World.
In a rush.. i can express it -- no problem
Even if you do a buy it now.. i still want to confirm the size and shape
of the table.. I would hate to send somthing that does not fit!
We are eager for Business. We can offer quantity discounts on orders
greater than 50 pieces.
Feel Free to Call Me! You can always call me
(315-597-5330 office-
cell / or text 585-734-3423) or
email me
if
unsure. epfd34@gmail.com
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Next Question: WHAT TYPES OF PLAYING SURFACES WORK BEST FOR YOU?
WHAT
DO I NEED?
WHAT IS THE SHAPE
OF THE TABLE?
HOW
DO I PICK THE RIGHT TABLE COVER FOR MY NEEDS?
HOW OFTEN DO WE PLAY???
1ST ONE MUST CONSIDER -
HOW MANY PLAYERS ARE SITTING AT THE GAME
AND WHAT KIND OF TABLE ARE WE PLAYING ON!
It may seem like the really dumb
question..
but Tables and Chairs are crucial to comfort.
When playing the game.. the serious
moment --
need not be disrupted by the squeak of the chair,
the creak of the table. IS THAT A TELL???
SO
To begin with, you need to select the location,
the table shape, table size, the set up.. Then
what kind of surface your prefer..?
I ask that question
first as it makes a big difference.
A rectangle or oblong
table has 2 long sides, the corners are squared.
A square table is just
that.. length of each side is the same.
A round table has a
circumference.
An oval table general
has 2 long sides with rounded ends.
An oval oblong is
a nice big rectangle table with round corners (sometimes referred to as
bull nosed) instead of squared corners.
An Oval PILL - is
that round table with a leaf inserted. The round table expands from the
classic 48" round to 64 * 48" length. The Pill shape (looking down at the
table it looks like a Tylenol capsule) is an unique cut.
A hexagon has
angled corners.
Conference - is that HUGE long table
- most times square cornered by on occasion is also rounded corners.
2. Next - what is the
table made of?
Is it glass, wood,
plywood, plastic, composite, metal, marble?
Is it a poker
board surface with a pool felt top?
Does it have pre-made pockets for chips?
Knowing that answer.. sets the tone for the top.
GLASS
A
glass table needs something soft on it to absorb the noise, and make the
edge feel smooth and soft. Some glass tables have an edge that is pretty
yet rough to lean on. Some glass tables also have a texture in the glass,
so chips and cards do not slide. It looks pretty, but is not conducive to
play. Some
glass table edges are beveled. The
Table cover you select has to fix the feel of the glass surface. Also
consider, You may want a pad under the table cover to give the surface a
softer, but no trampoline, feel.
How about Pre-made Tabletops on glass?
This is a good option, if they do not slide. You may want to insulate the
glass surface from the tabletop with a cloth barrier - felt pad, cloth
quilted pad, or even carpet padding. Glass tables will accentuate any
banging sound.
WOOD
A wood table by nature has a soft feel.
The edges generally are not rough, but the top can be slippery. Many wood
tables have a grain that is also annoying to play.
Any tabletop or cloth will work correct the feel.
A table padding my also be recommended. Trial and error is suggested. A
pre-made tabletop would also work, if it fits the table properly. Many
times a table cover is simply thrown on the table, no cinch. Soon the
players find that there is a lot of sliding going on.. and it is not the
cards - but everything in front of them - chips, drinks and all.
PEG
BOARD TABLES
This is truly an unique idea that came from a
group of contractors. A great setup for outside, as you can play, the
table surface is durable to the outside, and can stay mounted outside as
the top will will drain. However, as great as this inexpensive surface
for outside play maybe, you will need some sort of cover and padding. The
concept of the drill holes was so you could peg or anchor the cards to the
table. But the peg holes will be uncomfortable. The edge will tend to be
rough, and if not sanded, it will need a finished surface.Poplin
Speed Cloth Lite with a pad is perfect for these as well.
PLASTIC PATIO
A plastic table may or may not have ridges on
the entire top for outside moisture drainage. The plastic table feels
like just that.. plastic.
It is a good, suitable playing surface.
Plastic tables can come square, round, rectangle and/ or oval oblong (with
rounded corners). Weathering maybe an issue, as plastic will break with
prolong exposure to UV / sunlight. I get a lot of players who just went
to Walmart or Cosco - and their table is just perfect. These tables tend
to be 6 feet long with a 2" edge.A
pre-made tabletop may work just right. Many times the catalog covers will
not fit. A custom cut works best.
COMPOSITE? These can be a plastic, even a stone mix.
You need a cover and a pad to make it feel more like a table, and not like
a statue for birds. Some composite tables are rather cheap and not solid.
Poly felt would be a preferable option.
METAL?
Aluminum or steel is common. Good for outside patio tables. They can be
smooth, but generally are textured or ribbed to weep off rain. They
would require a pad to absorb the texture and the noise factor.
Marble
Like
glass, this table surface needs something soft on it to absorb the noise, and make the
edge feel smooth and soft. Some marble tables have a beveled edge that is pretty
yet rough to lean on. Some marble tables also have a texture in the
surface,
so chips and cards do not slide. It looks pretty, but is not conducive to
play. The
Table cover you select has to fix the feel of the cold marble surface. Also
consider, You may want a pad under the table cover to give the surface a
softer, but no trampoline, feel.
TYPICAL CARD TABLE PRE-MADE TABLES? These can be a plastic, even a METAL AND PAD
mix. Of all the orders we receive, it is for tables of this type that
have been purchased for individual or group play. They tend to be the
typical 60" round version with a one or 2 inch edge. A drawstring or
elastic band felt cover is the most recommended. Pad generally is
optional only.
TABLE
LEG POSITIONS? Table legs can be a center
post or set even with the table edge or inset by 1-4". How you sit in
relation to the leg says a lot about comfort - or distraction. Be sure to
take this into account with buying a new table, or covering an existing
table. Players are very concerned how a the cinched bonnet rides against
a leg that is flush with the edge. I recommend the drawstring bonnet. I
can put extra cord at the corners, so the legs can slide through the loop,
and the top can be cinched more tightly.
3.
PADDED TABLECLOTH COVERS?
DO I
NEED A PAD?
Many
times I am asked.. What is padding?
PADS
Pads can be any type
of material that will not slide on the table, and will provide just enough
cushion to the top for comfort without interrupting play. Pads need to be
thin enough so the table surface feels pleasingly soft. Pads can not be
so thick that chips bounce, or so the tablecloth bunches.
There are all sorts of pads available, but
the trick is to find one that is wide and long enough to fit the table. PADS DO NOT HAVE HEMS OR DRAWSTRINGS!
Do you have padding for the tablecloth to
cover up the ridges and what types do your recommend?
LET'S MAKE THIS CLEAR ---
WHAT DO CASINO POKER TABLES USE FOR PADDING?
Actually they do not use pads. The material that is on typical casino
tables is a poly composite of plastic soft foam either rolled or stretched
on the table, and totally fixed to the surface. It is not felt or velvet
or any atypical cloth. It is a product that is not available for general
recreational play. The foam is sprayed and then screen printed. The foam
does not come off by rubbing, only by actual scraping.
Can a foam
backed tablecloth be as good as the real casino table? Yes -- they are
terrific.The foam - less than
1/16" - will settle the cloth from shifting and give an insulated feel.
However, foam backed cloths may bunch in the wash, and they may not press
out well. Eventually the foam flakes away or thins, leaving patches under
the cover. The cover no longer sets smoothly.
When
it comes to Padding.. There are several types of padding you could
consider. Precut pre-made padded table boards. Foam,
cotton batting, a thin layer of Fleece, a piece of carpet padding
(available in several different thickness) or even an additional precut
piece of Wool Felt. All can be cut to fit.
Precut pre-made padded table boards.Often referred to as Dinning Room / banquet
table under boards - These are made to existing sizes with a hard
cardboard backing, fleece top and a smooth fitting cotton surface. They
can also have a vinyl top with fleece bottom layer. Most offered are for
standard round or oval sizes (even rectangle with rounded corners).
Precut, pre-made can vary in price. Some companies will custom make, the
cost is rather expensive.
Foam -A
thin layer for foam is ideal, but it must be very thin. Simply go to your
local fabric store and purchase a sheet. Lay it on the table, and cut it
even with the edge. The foam, however, will eventually ware out. It does
not wash well. A very thin sheet may not be readily available.
Carpet Padding -can be found at any carpet store. Most are a
composite of pressed chunks. Find the thickness that works for you.. it
will give the game a unique feel for the players.
Cotton batting-can be found at any discount fabric store,
even walmart. You need a thin sheet. Sheets however may not be wide
enough, but can be flat stitched together. Test for the right thickness,
if possible. They will bunch up in the wash. I do not recommend them
sewn to the table top. Cotton batting is best for quilts, who wants to
play on a quilt.
Fleece -
Fleece will not bunch or shift under the tablecloth.. it is Machine
washable, and can be cut to just about any size. It does not require
hemming, it will not ravel, it will not flake. The cost can run anywhere
from 9.99 - 19.99 a yard. But the widths run up to 60"+.
Easiest solution. You can go to your local department store (walmart,
target, kmart) and buy a thin layer of Foam or Fleece and cut it to lay on
top of the table, and just throw the table cover over it.
Wool / Poly Felt -Ideally a precut pad of wool felt is just
thick enough under a cover to give you that extra security. It can be any
kind of craft felt, as long as it is wide enough and fits to the table
edge. I do not recommend sewing the felt pad to the cloth, as it may
bunch in the wash.
Plastic fuzzy backed tablecloths -A cheap holiday plastic fuzzy backed cloth is
a quick and easy solution. They run for 2.99 - 4.99. Put it on the table,
and cut it even to the edges. Then put a poker cloth on top of it. You
will not see the vinyl/plastic cloth, but it will cushions the table
surface just enough, protects the table surface from spills and make the
ridges vanish.
ALL IN ONE - VINYL PLASTIC - ELASTIC BANDED
COVERS. The ultimate - all in one
solution. These come in pre-made - pre-cut certain sizes. They rarely
come, however, without a printed pattern. They are cut to fit, but allow
no adjustment. With time these do show stress cracks by the elastic, and
the surfaces does easily split. Be sure to pick a size that will fit your
table. - see our list - at
www.sexybloomers.com/PokerCloth.htm
Elasticized Table pads and Quilted Table
Pads:These
smooth fitting pads protect your tabletops and cushion elbows. Quilted
vinyl pads have a fleece backing and elasticized edges. Preset sizes are
available. Also available is a custom pad you cut yourself. White vinyl
is quilted over soft polyester. Cut the shape and site you want.
Felt topped cardboard pads -The perfect solution. If you can find
them, they are the best pad for table and tablecloth. They are pre-made,
and may or may not fit the table. They may or may not be expensive.
Search the internet for companies that make or sell them.
This
is the Ultimate, obviously. These range from cheap to rather expensive
depending on the shape you purchase and the number of players.
These come with a Bristol Billiard Cloth
top. They are ideal for playing. They may come with a padded bumper.The only thing you
may need for this, is a dust cover, or packing bag to protect it when you
are not using it.
When the table is not
in use - should we cover it? A DUST COVER /
STORAGE - TRAVEL COVER FOR THAT EXPENSIVE TABLETOP UNIT YOU JUST INVESTED
IN!
So
you bought that great unit.. and there is nothing to save the top from
damage when you put it up, or are not playing. There has a been a recent
demand.. what would work other than a sheet and a big rubber band (or
safety pins etc.)
A
neat wool felt table cover made large enough with drawstring is the
answer. Need One? Just ask .. we will prepare to your request.
What
about elastic. Elastic is great, easy, but the zip will wear out. We
recommend a good drawstring.
If
you elect not to go via the wool felt.. try Fleece!
The cost per yard maybe more, but it is durable!
NOW.. WHAT KIND OF
SURFACE COVER DO YOU WANT ON THAT TABLE???
PRE-MADE TABLETOP OR
TABLE COVER - called "THE BONNET!"???
THERE ARE SEVERAL CHOICES FOR TABLE SURFACES: BUT WHICH ONE IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
SHOULD I GO FOR A
PRE-MADE TABLETOP OR TABLECLOTH?
Tabletops are probably the best choice. They have the best
durable surface. If you can afford what you want.. and have the room.. go
for it.
Tablecloths are the practical alternative choice. Tablecloths are easy to
pack, can fit an existing tabletop, and can be washed if need be. If
there is an accident, or an ash burn - from a cigar -- the tablecloth can
be repaired and in the worse case inexpensively replaced.
SO OF THE OPTIONS - WHICH IS YOUR CHOICE?
It
all comes down to .. HOW OFTEN DO YOU PLAY??? If
you play once or twice a month or less - Poly Felt is the best economical choice.
If you want to be upstream, then go with the Rich Vel Suede or Speed Lite
poplin. For that really ultimate experience - consider Soriee Velvet
covers.
If you play once a week, every other day or more..
Skip the Felts (poly or wool) and go for the Velvet Rich Vel Suede or
Speed lite POPLIN from the get go.
It lasts and will not pill! But it does cost!!
If you play once a month and are on a budget - I always
tell my players -- Start with the Felt Bonnet. It will last you anywhere
from 6 months to 2 years before it needs replacing. When it gets crappy,
keep the felt bonnet as your pad and upgrade to the better choices - Rich
Vel Suede or Speed Lite Poplin.
Of the options.. what are the types of so called fabrics
out there?
THERE ARE THE PRE-MADE POKER TABLETOPS, OR
THE TABLECLOTHS - bonnet surfaces:
VELVET, VELVETEEN, WASHABLE NYLON VELVET, BILLIARD CLOTH, SUITED SPEED
CLOTH, NEOPRENE, POLY WOOL FELT, REAL WOOL FELT, and SPEED LITE POPLIN:
1. PRE-MADE POKER TABLE TOPS!
These are made mostly of a plastic / or wood composite base,
with a wool felt cloth glued to the surface, similar to a pool table. The
table sits a set number of players. GENERALLY, Each player stand has cup
holders and chip holders in front of them. They come is a complete table,
or just a folding unit that sits on top of a table. On the plus side, they
are durable - a lasting surface. On the negative side, they may or may not
be cheap. Do you need another table in the room? What happens when more
than the allotment wishes to play all at once? What happens if something
spills on the top? Does the surface eventually wear out? These tables are
bulky and need to be stored? Tough choice but a quick an easy solution.
CATALOG COVER TOPS - a
quick an easy solution. They are relatively inexpensive. Always green
and made of very cheap imitation felt. They look good. Are Made in China
or Asian country. The typically have an elastic band sewn to the surface
(not in a working or sliding hem). They work well for limited play, but
do fall apart after one - 5 month play.
2. THE CINCH -- ELASTIC VS. DRAWSTRING?
Tablecloths are usually cut large enough to fit under the
rim - that 1-2" drop edge, then the ledge juts in and drops again to a
facing under the table. The edges of the bonnet are usually hemmed, and
some sort of securing option is inserted. Which is
best?
Elastic
is the greatest idea since white bread. If it is cut just right, it will
fit the cloth snug every time. Elastic is cut to fit the table, and allow
for some final adjustment by the PLAYER. It is easily adjustable. But
remember... once the zip wears out, so does the snug. Elastic can be
replaced, easily. It just takes a tool and some time.
For more control - my players Elect an Elastic Band with Barrel Loc Cinch Drawstringcomes in may types. Cotton cord, Nylon cord,
Twisted yarn, poly twist, hemp, etc. The Drawstring is inserted into the
hem, and will cinch up everytime. Drawstrings are adjustable to tables.
But, it will fray and eventually wear out the hem at the open ends.
Drawstrings are most common on the market. Drawstrings provide them best
flexibility and control. BARREL LOC? Drawstrings / cords can be knotted and
unknotted easily. A barrel loc is a plastic slide clamp (often found on
the drawstrings on rain slickers) that allows you to cinch up and hold
that desired position on the cord, without untieing.) All our pre-made
cloths with drawstring come with 2 barrel locs. It is recommended.
3.
TABLECLOTH MATERIALS: VELVET?
Velvets have nap and are usually plush. The are limited by the width of
the bolt -- most velvets are 55" wide which precludes round tables over
50". They do come in a straight as well as a stretchy line. They are
generally a woven material. They are usually washable or drycleanable.
Different velvets do have different naps. Velvet may or may not be
expensive. I suggest think about playing on a velvet dress.. you get the
picture. Velvet will wear like iron. They do not fuzz or pill. Velvets
work well as a rectangle, square, oval and oblong size. It can be a good
choice. It does accept a drawstring pretty well. NYLON VELVET OR SORIEE?
Nylon velvet-
washable rich vel is a great idea. It is
durable, machine washable & dryable. It has a very low, suede like nap.
Once it is washed, the surface tightens up. Cards slide like butter. The
drawback? Colors are limited. Green is standard and in stock. It is
expensive, Top of the LINE and to this date.. we have only replaced one
because the client desired another color.
Black, Tan, Red is available upon special order request. It costs extra
to have the mill cut it.. but i am told this option is the NUTS. The
drawback, for 60" round or larger, a splice has to be added. There is a
seam on the edge, but it does not affect play. Soiree Velvet-
is our Top of the Line Plush Velvet. Usually used for exclusive
drawstring bags / trophy presentation packaging. It makes an ideal cover
for presentations. It is durable, machine washable & dryable. It comes
in a 55" width standard. Basic colors - red, burgundy, green, black,
white, ivory, grey, navy, lilac, and royal blue are available. It is
super.. it is very expensive. I did one for a traveling group of
Magicians in Miami. It looks terrific.
VELVET-
polyester? These are polyester blends. They
have practically no nap. They come in varied widths, sometimes as great
as 60". Available in many colors and readily purchased at discount
suppliers - like walmart. They are washable, will machine dry, and will
not fuzz or pill. BUT They will stretch. So you may never get a snug
fit. Table coths made from polyester velvets will hang well on a table
surface.
VELVETEEN'S? Velveteen is popular. They have a lower
nap, similar to suede. But they are rarely a woven material. Most
velveteen are a cotton material base, glued, and covered with velvet
dust. Pros - they do wear like iron, but the dust will eventually rub
off. Velveteen can not, for the most part, be washed unless otherwise
indicated. You can brush them, but that will increase the chance that the
dust will separate from the backing faster. They are rather inexpensive.
Velveteen can be flat and they can be stretchy. The stretchy ones are
used for the inexpensive dresses you see at walmart, etc. Size is a
problem. The greatest width per bolt is 55", so a large round table is
out of the question. Cheap stretch velveteen may come as wide as 60".
Also typical velveteen may or may not accept a drawstring well, and the
top cloth will bunch when cinched. They make a fair flat rectangle,
oblong, square shape cloth. Rounds are a challenge. Logo screen prints
and iron on tranfers will work, but as the glued dust velvet surface
degrades, so does the permancy of the transfer.
WASHABLE
NYLON VELVETEEN & JEWEL GREEN RICH VELS?
These are new. They come in a ton of colors, and wear like iron. They
tend to be a bit stiff. They feel like a suede. And as the name
indicates they can be washed. However, the greatest width available is
58", so again a large round table can not be accommodated. They are great
for the rectangle, oval, oblongs, and squares.. they will accept the
drawstring and the Elastic band. They make a great hang off the table
tablecloth too. The material is truly expensive. A imprint will work,
embroidery is highly recommended. These will not ware out! Extremely
durable and machine washable! Top of the line for most upgrades.
BILLIARD CLOTH?
This is
the best choice by far. However, it may not be readily available. It is
a HEAVY material. A fine bristol cloth will work also. Widths will be the
biggest handicap. The cloth will come about 50" wide at best. This is a
heavy cloth. It will ravel, and may not hem well. It needs to be glued
to a surface. Hence why you see them on pre-made tables and casinos with
a bumper edge. The bumper actually finishes off the cloth edge, to
prevent raveling, and provide comfort to the players. A specially fabric
store will carry it. It may require some research and searching to locate
a supplier.
SUITED SPEED CLOTH?
This is a special prepared fabric. The top is a nylon fabric, printed
with card suits. The back side is a rubber-like composite. The nylon top
is heat fixed the the backing. It provides a lot of pluses. First off is
it waterproof, and spills are not an issue. It is durable, long lasting,
can take a beating. The rubber-like backing provides an all in one
surface and pad. A super product. I have only seen it suited, but i
assume it also comes in solid colors. If
it is so great .. what is the drawbacks? It
is only 54" wide to the base bolt, and can not be made to fit a typical
60" round table. It is hard to cut, can not be sewn, will not cinch
up. It is not bonnet quality. I have been asked many times to prepare a
bonnet with it. It is made to be rolled out and cut into square,
rectangle or oval shape then glued, nailed, stapled to a plywood base. It
is heavy - it will last. A great concept.
NEOPRENE SPEED CLOTH? A
great IDEA! I have not actually seen it, but i have been told it can
mold into any shape. Will stretch and fit any table. I assume it can
accommodate any round or oval, as well as square or rectangle. It
generally comes in a two color cover. It is ideal. Waterproof, spill
proof, and can stay on an outside table. But it is wet suit stuff. I am
told it feels like you are playing on a wet suit. It has a smooth but
sticky feel. It is expensive. It is durable. It maybe just what you
want to invest in. It does not feel like felt. A comment recently
by a buyer, "he forgot to consider the actual measurement of his table".
He ordered the neoprene for the table - and it would not stretch to fit.
Always
remember - it is the table dimension plus the thickness of the table edge.
He could not get his money refunded. There was no recut / return
policy.
POLY WOOL
FELTS?
The least expensive and most pliable of the fabrics, POLY wool felts come
in a variety of colors. Let's not kid ourselves, most of the felts out
there are Craft Felt. They are soft, they will accept the drawstring
easily, and mold to any table without question. But they have one huge
drawback, as with any POLY wool product... they will eventually pill (ball
into knots), flake, fuzz, and have thin areas upon excessive use. They
do fill the bill. The can be washed. POLY Wool felts come
74" wide and can be made into large enough rounds to cover a good size
table. Even a 90" round that has a center seam is acceptable, as the seam
sides lay very flat. They are easy to pack up .. and you can
start playing asap with them. Here is the twist.. once the Poly wool
felt is treated with our process, because the nap is sealed, a screen
print would set and last. Sadly we can not
get the oil paints now for imprinting. A silkscreen using oil paints
would work. Embroidery is recommended. Poly felts do accept an iron on
image transfer - and you can apply your own play outs.
REAL WOOL FELTS?These are what
the player looks for, but sadly they do not fill the bill. Real Wool will
PILL, Shed, and are NOT MACHINE WASHABLE. They will shrink. They do come
in many standard colors. They are generally color fast. Real Wool is
thicker, Looks awesome on the table and is expected to be superior to Poly
felt, yet responses by our players have been critical. The bonnets fit
well to the table, will accept elastic band / drawstring, and in hours
fill your floor with particles. An very undesirable option. Cost wise,
real felt is 3 times more expensive than our best velvets, and we have
removed them for our list.
POPLIN / SPEED CLOTH LITE -
This is NEW.
Poplin / speed lite is a polyester Linen fabric. It durable, color fast,
comes in a 62" width, and cinches up without a problem. Idea for outside
tables. Poplin Bonnets do require a felt pad for ultimate comfort.
Poplin comes in a multitude of colors. Black, Red, Green, Navy, Sandy
Tan, Purple.. etc. It is light weight, has a terrific feel and readily
available. Cost is less than velvet but more than felt. Poplin will
accept any logo transfer. It is machine washable / machine dryable. Does
not wrinkle. Light weight, no texture - it has a smooth surface feel.I have a group of
traveling gamers in NC.. and they prefer the Poplin Speed as the ideal
surface to set up, play, pack up an go.
Poplin is ultra quality.
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DO TABLE BONNETS
WEAR OUT??? Ultimately,
everyone desires a poker cloth that is just like the ones in the Casino.
Unique colors, imprinted, no fuzz, perfect wear.
Those actually are not felt , but a sponge composite with a felt-Like
feel. The Manufacturer actually uses a blown foam that is stuck to
a plywood base, or A covering that is cut, stretched to fit, and glued to
hold position. Like the covering on a Pool Table.
Can a
Poly wool felt cloth be close to the casino product?
In some respects, yes. It is not the perfect resolution, but an
affordable one.
IF POLY WOOL FELT IS A GREAT DEAL -- WHAT IS THE REAL PROBLEM WITH POLY WOOL TABLECLOTHS?
3 types of POLY wool felt are in the
market - that which is pliable and that which is stiff. The stiff felt,
also a No
Pill craft felt, has been treated to resist pilling.
It comes in narrow widths, no greater than 36". It is washable. It is a
pressed hard felt. It is expensive. It will show wear after 3-6 months at
the area where there is extensive rubbing. PREMIUM
POLY felts - a craft
felt. It comes in the typical 72-74" bolt. It is pressed hard at the
mill. It gives the appearance that it is pill resistant, however it pill
and sheds worse than a big hairy dog. It is expensive.
Pliable CLASSIC POLY
felts, also a craft felt, are more
readily available. They come in lots of colors. They are softer than
premium. They are washable, and they will show ware and fuzz with continued
use. These tend to be made of recylced plastic waste products. The will
last 6 months to a year with weekly use. The fibers will peel up in the
area of most use.
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How do you
solve the wear issue? I have had success with
our pre-treat program. But let's face it.. Guys want to get playing.. not
spend time with household chores to keep the playing surface super.
So.. If an area of the
table cover is more prone to wear.. that is the place where we recommend
an Iron On Image, Digital Decal, or embroidery to seal it up from wear!
IS IT NECESSARY TO HAVE A
TABLECLOTH WITH PAYOUTS ON IT? NO. Our
Tablecloths are not made with any Imprinted silkscreened payouts. But what if you want to Imprint a
payout or logo on a cloth?
Any type of
fuzzy surface will not generally hold a silk screen or foil
transfer imprint.
An Imprint
must be clear, bright, and clean. Any fuzzy based cloth will not give a
firm clear edge on any imprint.
LOGO'S?As the other
main question we get.. can these take an imprint??? No, not really. A
logo or imprint that is screen printed or heat stamped.. will peel off.
The stamp just can not penetrate the nap.
Logos can be embroidered / Iron on Transfer, or made into a permanent
vinyl decal without a problem.
IRON ON TRANSFERS?
Yes - using transfer sheets provided by Avery.com & your computer / color
jet printer, you can create an image and permanently iron it on Velvets!
IRON ON
TRANSFER by AVERY.COM
Recently, a
client did some experimentation with digital image transfer. Using A
T-shirt transfer paper system by AVERY.COM, he was able to make his
imprint, and hot iron it on. He says it works. It looked great!
If you can find
a company or computer program that makes the transfers - You personalized
Imprint can adhere permanently!
The only
drawback to any iron on transfer?
Transfer paper
for the computer to print the image is limited by size. If your image is
large, you may need to construct it in sections and apply.
The image better
be just where you want it before your transfer. Once you start, you can
not lift and restart the transfer.
The
iron must be the right temperature - not too hot so the transfer gets
burned - not hot enough and not all the edges are firmly in place before
you lift off the transfer paper. Transfer that are not firmly adhered
with peel off.
Image / logo -
total image Vinyl transfer DECAL -
another option, we offer a
service where your image can be made into a decal that is heat sealed to
the surface. Most images have a set up fee, and can cost $1-5 to prepare.
Embroidery of your image - would be
the best choice. Most personalized embroidery is expensive. If the cost
of the embroidery outweighs the cost of the cloth, you may want to
reconsider the need for the embroidery. Also remember, you are limited by
the hoop size used by the embroidery machine. The largest hoop size to
create the image is 7" * 11"
With or Without imprint --- our cloths
are perfect for all Card Games: Bridge, Let it Ride, Caribbean Stud, Black
Jack, Wisk - Dominos, Tai Pai, Mahjong -- you name it.
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Okay.. I have made up my mind..
HOW DO I PICK THE BEST CLOTH FOR MY TABLE? Number 1 --What feels good to you
and how much hassel to set up the game is the most important question.
Even if you are playing in the same game room.. or out on the patio. The
setup needs to be fast and hassle free. Tabletops are great. Open the
box, put them on the table.. you are ready to go.
Again.. besure to consider -- How often are you Playing
with picking out the cloth!
Table covers - if it is just a
tablecloth top to drape.
They are usually not too heavy
and slide on fast. But players will rub up against them and they will
shift. Bonnets -
are like shower caps for the table. Throw them
on, cinch them up and PLAY!
Cinching --
takes time to adjust, but makes the
surface ideal. My cloths come with a knot. The best fix is a adjust clip -
Barrel Locs. We provide these for our cloths - on the drawstring - 2 clips
set at opposite sides on the table so you can cinch to the middle. The
cord slips through the clip and you adjust the stop with a button.
Pre-made poly felt tablecloths
with the sewn in elastic?A terrific
inexpensive solution. I have seen these available in catalogs. Drawbacks?
The elastic will ravel, and lose it's pull. They tend be a cheap elastic
cord that is sewn to the tablecloth, and can not be replaced. It
is an easy fix. The tablecloth may still pill.
Best Cinch
- Elastic Band with Barrel loc. It gives you ultimate tightness and
control. The Elastic Band is good for typical tables. It is not good for
Long rectangle tables. A drawstring is preferred.
WHAT TYPES OF COLORS ARE OUT THERE???
In
POLY wool felt
-- a rainbow of colors.
Typical requested colors - that I have in stock - are
CASINO HUNTER GREEN, KELLY GREEN, NAVY OR ROYAL BLUE, CRANBERRY / RUBY
MAROON, CHERRY RED, PURPLE, BLACK, TAN WHEAT, EVEN COFFEE! I can usually
get whatever floats your boat!
In Velvets,
colors are a bit limited
to the primary colors. Besides Red, White, Blue, Black, Green is standard
as well as Tan / Cream.
Washable NYLON Velvets - Our
supplier has limited his selection because of demand. A dark kelly green is
in stock. We also have Black, Cherry Red, Doeskin upon special request.
Special requests carry a cutting charge fee.
Poplin / SPEED LITE -
is loaded with options.
More colors available than on a Peacock. POPLIN is made and dyed in the
USA. It is readily available. Our dark green hunter, black, and navy are
most requested. How you pick your bonnet color is up to your location and how the
cloth complements the chips, etc. Most
makers can mix and match. But the choice is mostly up to your taste. Don't
pick some outlandish color that distracts from the game.. heck that's no
fun! So How do I make the Cloth for
you?
1. You need to measure the
table.
I need the Shape of the Table, the size : length, width, and importantly
.. the depth of the table edge.
How to pick the right size cloth for your table?
I make the cloth to your specifications. I ask that you
provide me the measurements for the table - edge to edge. Remember that
there is always a thickness to the table, as well as a length from the
table edge, underneath to the legs.
(In custom cut - as long as you can give me the information correctly.. i
can prepare the bonnet without a problem) However, if the information is
flawed, I may require you to actually make a newspaper cut pattern of your
table top.
This is all very important information!
For example: Players may know that the table is 60" round and make a
purchase based on that.. however, they may not get the coverage to get
the bonnet over the edge and under the lip.
If you have a 60" round table.. by the time we take
inconsideration the surface thickness and the edge thickness, as well
as other factors.. such as how far the legs are under the table.. a wrong
fit can be sent. A
60" round with the typical 1-2" edge will require a first cut of 65" to
guarantee we get the bonnet under the lip.
That raw cut is called the first cut.
A
60" table with a 2-3" edge may require a 67" raw cut.
A
48" round table generally requires a 55" first raw cut.
(Rough or raw cut means 1st cut of the material to the table diameter,
plus thickness edge, the length to reach under the table, plus the 3" lost
to the hem).
POLY Wool felt bolts come 74" wide and the final length is dependent upon
the shape and size of the table. I can do any round size - however
anything over 72" will have a splice of fabric added to make the width
large enough for that first cut.
Velvets come 58" wide and SPEED LITE / poplins 62" wide on the bolt.
To repeat... Larger rounds will require a splice or a length of fabric
added to increase the initial width of the first cut. There will be a
finished seam sitting if not on the table edge, or just in front of a
player.
The seam will not affect play.
We never put the seam in the middle of the bonnet.
My experience of satisfaction.. The More information you provide.. the
better the fit!
~~~~ OKAY.. SO I GOT
MY BONNET.. HOW DO I KEEP IT IN GREAT SHAPE???
POLY FELTS:
WHAT IS PILLING, FUZZING,
FLAKING, THINNING
What do we do about IT? That
is the exact question we have been working on ..
PILLING / FUZZING?In
our constant research making these cloths.. I have found that there are
differences between Bolts as well as Color batches -- Some POLY FELTS
pill and fuzz more than others.
Dry
Cleaning Methods and Hot Head Pressing will make the Cloth compact -- but
that costs! And until you wash it - it works swell! And it is not
permanent.
I found
this old fashion method that crafters have used for ages to set up linen
crochet ornaments. The application soaks into the poly felt, and helps
make the fibers stay locked into the surface. It is not permanent, and
does require reapplication and maintenance.
I provide the
information with each cloth sold. But to get a leg up on the problem.. I
do pre-treat for you.
It will
initially set it up. The buyer may elect for no pretreatment. I will
leave the treatment selection and process upto you.
I have found
that these methods do work!
These treatments
are as permanent as you want them. If you are unhappy with the first try,
they can be washed and retreated.
I leave
the stiffness up to you. Think of a women's hairdo.. how stiff do you
want it.
I do recommend
that after each treatment - follow up with a hard pressing at your
favorite drycleaner.
Poly felts should
Always washed on Cold Water Wash. Always dry on low heat / delicate.
Pre-treat.. and if follow up with dryclear hot hard press.
RICH VEL SUEDE - CARE These can be machine
washed, air dry on the line or machine dry. They do not require any
pretreat, and ironing is up to you.
POPLIN SPEED LITE -
CARE Generally they are
machine washed, air dry on the line, or machine dry. If they get
wrinkled, you can steam iron them on med heat. They are a great go and
play surface.
I hope i have answered most of you
concerns about surfaces. Every day.. someone else tries to come up the
solution to the casino like playing surface.
But the idea is to get the table
ready, roll out the chips, and start having fun
FOR A QUOTE?Feel
Free to Call Me! You can always call me
at the office
(315-597-5330)
or (585) 734-3423 cell/ text
or email me if
unsure. epfd34@gmail.com
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The form does not automatically bill you.
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