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How to Make Your Own Poker Table
A Poker table is specially designed for playing card games. Although it is not designed for poker use alone, many gamers use it to play the game. Table Description The poker table is usually covered with a Teflon-coated lining that is responsible for the easy navigation of cards over the table. Aside from the Teflon coat, the table may be covered by a speed cloth or any other type of felt cloth. A poker table may come in two versions – the foldable and the fixed type. They may also have different shapes like oval, round or rectangle. In an oval shaped poker table, the gamers usually sit on the curved portion with the dealer situated at the indented part facing the players. The edge of the table is usually raised slightly and is padded on the sides. It is made in such way so the players can have a place to rest their arms during the game. In some poker tables, there are race tracks where the players can place their drinks. At the center of the poker table is an image which usually bears the logo or name of the casino establishment. |
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Table Making Phases
If you cannot afford to purchase the table, you can make one of your own at home. Here are the steps involved: • Crafting the Poker Table 1.) Cut 4” x 8” of plywood and form it into an oval shape. Use this part for the table top. 2.) Get a second piece of plywood and lay the first cut part on top of it. Cut the plywood in the same size and shape as the first one. In the second piece, measure about 5 inches of oval shape in the center and cut it out. The cut portion should be set aside for later use. 3.) Mark the tabletop 1 inch all around. Drill holes to insert the jigsaw blade and cut it all around in a single piece to form as the lower rail. 4.) Using wood screws, attach the upper and lower rails. Smooth the edges with the use of a sander. 5.) Lay down the table top and glue the inside portion from Step 3. Attach the two pieces together using the drill and screws. Attach the legs under the poker table and turn the right side up after. 6.) Clean the table with the use of saw dust and paint it using a 3M spray. Glue the foam on top of the table and cover with velveteen. Make sure to pull the sheet tight and staple it on the sides. Trim off the excess velveteen to make the poker table look clean. • Attaching the Vinyl and Rail Padding - Two side pieces of foam should be cut for the side rails. The foam is then glued to the railing with the use of 3M glue. - On the back part of the vinyl, put the railing face down. Pull the vinyl tight and staple on the sides. Work 4 inches apart at a time for a better outcome. - Using a razor blade, cut the needed portions inside the rail. The excess vinyl should be cut, pulled tight and stapled to the rail. - Lastly, set the railing in place and bolt it from the underside of the poker table. |
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