Your pool table at home is probably one of your most prized possessions, and something your friends all wish they had. To keep the jewel of your home in top condition, proper care of your pool table is necessary. First, establish rules for using the pool table when you first purchase it, especially if you’ve got children or teens in the house that will be using it. Absolutely no getting up and crawling around on the pool table, which small children will want to do for some reason. No drinks or anything else should be allowed to sit on the pool table. Even when it’s not being used for billiards, you shouldn’t use the table for some other purpose. When the felt starts to look less than smooth, it’s probably time to consider new felt. Run period inspections of your table, including the pockets and the underside of the table, to catch any problems before they become big ones. With proper maintenance, your billiards table will last for a long time and be able to provide you with a great game whenever you want one.