Slate bed pool tables have a playing surface made from slate, which is then covered in cloth. ... The thicker slate is used on larger and more expensive tables, and some larger tables will use two or even three pieces of slate. Slate bed pool tables are most commonly used in pubs, clubs and pool halls.

How do I know if my pool table is slate?

Look underneath your table in the area where you were pointing. If you see a gap or a seam, then it is a 3-piece slate pool table. If your pool table doesn't have obvious gaps or seams in the indicated area, it's likely to be a 1-piece-slate pool table.

Is slate necessary for a pool table?

Slate Benefits

Slate is a very durable, hard material which is perfect for pool tables because it can be leveled to a precision tolerance (within . ... Slate is also more resistant to damage over time, especially when the slate is thicker.