How to maintain your pool table
Our advice on maintaining your pool table
Traditional pool tables require particular attention to maintenance, with carpets that are sensitive to stains and wear over time, requiring frequent replacement. On the other hand, Cornilleau outdoor pool table, named Hyphen, releases itself from these constraints thanks to its resistance to impact, stains and the elements.
Most stains can be easily removed with the brush supplied, water and a non-abrasive sponge. However, it is advisable to act as quickly as possible as soon as any dirt appears. It is essential to rinse the playing surface with water and allow it to air dry to avoid any marks. High-pressure cleaners should not be used, except in exceptional circumstances.
The Hyphen pool table is designed for easy cleaning, as shown by the examples of stubborn stains below. For a more thorough cleaning, please refer to our specific advice for each type of stain.
Coffee
Renowned for leaving stains when spilled on fabric, coffee isn't a problem for Hyphen. Simply clean the stain with water and a sponge promptly after noticing it. For even more effective cleaning, mix 1 liter of water with 1.5 cl of dish soap and use this mixture to clean your pool table. Rinse thoroughly afterward and let it air dry.
Ketchup
Whether it's a picnic or a quick meal around a game of pool, a clumsy move can leave your pool table stained with ketchup. On a traditional pool table, this is unforgivable. However, with Hyphen, simply wipe water with a sponge on the playing surface, rinse, and let it dry to remove the stain. For even more effective cleaning, mix 1 liter of water with 1.5 cl of dish soap and use this solution to clean your pool table. Rinse thoroughly afterward and let it air dry.
Red Wine
An aperitif, a discussion among friends; you place your glass on the edge of the pool table and it accidentally spills. To remedy this, a sponge and water may suffice if you act quickly. For even more effective cleaning, mix about 5cl of hydrogen peroxide, 1.5 cl of dish soap, 2cl of white vinegar with 1 liter of water and use this solution to clean the pool table surface. Rinse thoroughly afterward and let it air dry.
Ice Cream and Sorbet
Highly favored by both children and adults, ice cream and sorbet are perfect companions for a relaxing moment in the sun. Similarly, Hyphen, the Cornilleau outdoor pool table, is also a safe choice for enjoying ice cream near the playing surface. If it happens to fall onto the playing surface, simply use the provided brush to remove it, then wipe with water using a sponge and let it dry. For even more effective cleaning, mix about 5 cl of white vinegar with 1.5 cl of dish soap and 1 liter of water and use this solution to clean your pool table. Rinse thoroughly afterward and let it air dry.
Damp Soil
If mud or damp soil happens to end up on the surface of your pool table, don't worry: all you need to do is rinsing thoroughly the pool table surface. Make sure to rinse the entire playing surface to avoid any marks. We do not recommend using a high-pressure cleaner, except in extreme cases.
Specific Tips for Each Type of Stain
To delve deeper, here are specific recommendations for each type of stain. Even more effective than using water and a brush, they ensure that your pool table returns to its original state. In each of these cases, it's important to gently rub the table until the stain disappears with the recommended cleaning solution, then rinse thoroughly and let it air dry.
> Coffee, soda, ketchup, mustard, milk, tea: mix 1 liter of water with 1.5 cl of dish soap.
> Red fruits: mix about 5 cl of white vinegar with 1.5 cl of dish soap and 1 liter of water.
> Wine: mix about 5 cl of hydrogen peroxide, 1.5 cl of dish soap, 2 cl of white vinegar with 1 liter of water.
> Ink: clean with a volatile solvent such as acetone, then clean with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.
Annual Maintenance Tips
Before the winter season or during infrequent use of your pool table, it's recommended to perform a complete cleaning. Use the provided brush to brush the entire surface of the table, removing any impurities from the playing surface. To prepare your pool table for winter or protect it during an extended period of non-use, simply cover it with the dedicated protective cover. This will maximize its protection against the elements and dust.
After a long period under the protective cover, it's possible that foam or slight traces of mold may have formed on the table surface. However, this doesn't pose a major issue. Simply remove them before use with a non-abrasive sponge and water.
