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Texas Hold ‘Em - Any Poker / Game Table Covers

TYPES OF Bonnet / TABLECLOTH WE PRODUCE?
POLY FELT : SPEED CLOTH LITE : NYLON VELVET : SORIEE velvet : LANTAU Vinyl

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REAL POKER CARD TABLE COVERS

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.
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!
To Quick Order - Click on our link -

Looking to Buy It Now?

Order by your Table size & shape. - as well as how often you play
Select Your Bonnet : by fabric type

Pre-made Buy it now
Felt bonnet Tops
with drawstring or with elastic band
suitable for 1-2 times a month play

Speed Lite Cloth Bonnet
ideal for every day play

Nylon Velvet / Velvet Soriee Premium Covers
(Premium Soriee surface )
perfect for every day play

Lantua Vinyl & SUEDE Covers

PROTECTIVE Felt DUST COVERS

or if you

Unsure of size and Require a Custom cut at
no extra charge:
Felt, Nylon Velvet, Speed Cloth Top
to fit your table Special requirements
use our order form
or call me - 585 734 3423

You may purchase from us direct, or on Amazon.com
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Other products we produce
PROTECTIVE DUST COVERS : Accessory Storage Bags : Felt Pads

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to make sure our cloth is prepared correctly for you.

Always -- tell me what you need!

I require - Table shape, length, width, depth of table edge - as well as felt color the required delivery date

To order or for FAST FREE quote - and/or provide your payment information.. Please go to our online secure form - https://www.pliner.net/appfs/14755a/

We accept visa, master card, discover - charged by Cator Enterprises, or paypal.
If we provide you an satisfied quote -- you can send a paypal payment for the product directly to Epfd34@gmail.com

Or We can also invoice your Credit card / or Amex card with a PAYPAL invoice.
Be sure to let us know the target date needed.

Just let us know what you need. 585-734-3423 cell or text

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So, The first question we 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.
We can quote you on any size, shape, 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 - Elastic Band - will run 5.00 USD extra.
Option - 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 Pretreat - a spray process that holds the knap into the felt.
This is 3.00 USD.

Shipping / Handling anywhere in USA begins at 17.00 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.
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 -
cell 585-734-3423) or email me

if unsure.
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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 curical 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..?

1. WHAT KIND OF TABLE ARE WE USING?

RECTANGLE, OVAL, OBLONG, SQUARE, ROUND, OVAL OBLONG, HEXAGON?

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.

2. Next - what is the table made of?

Is it glass, wood, plywood, plastic, composite, metal?

Is it a poker board surface with a pool felt top?

Does it has pre-made pockets for chips?

Knowing that anwser.. 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 a 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 quitled 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.

PEG BOARD TABLES

This is truly an unique idea that came from a group of contracters. A great setup for outside, as you can play, the table surface is durable to the outside, and can stay mounted out side 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 uncomfrontable. The edge will tend to be rough, and if not sanded, it will need a finished surface.

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 and oval.
Weathering maybe an issue, as plastic will break with prolong exposure to uv / sunlight. A pre-made tabletop may work just right.

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.

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.

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 verison 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 POSITONS? 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.

3. PADDED TABLECLOTH COVERS?

DO I NEED A PAD?

Many times I am asked.. What is padding?

PADS - Felt 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 afixed 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.

Can a foam backed tablecloth be as good as the real casino table? Yes -- they are terrific. The foam 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.

There are several types of padding you could consider.

Pre-cut 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 pre-cut piece of Wool Felt.
All can be cut to fit.

Pre-cut pre-made padded table boards. Often referred to as Dinnig Room / banquet table under boards - These are made to existing sizes with a hard cardboard backing, fleece top and a smooth fiting cottom 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). Pre-cut, 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 wareout. It does not wash well. A very thin sheet maynot 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 whats 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 - 14.99 a yard. But the widths run upto 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 pre-cut 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. Besure to pick a size that will fit your table. - see our list - at sexybloomers.com/PokerCloth.htm

Lantua Vinyl & SUEDE Covers

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 premade, and may or may not fit the table. They may or maynot be expensive. Search the internet for companies that make or sell them.

PRECUT - READY MADE - BUY IT NOW FELT CLOTHS. Felt Pads
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CLASSIC PREMADE TABLETOP TABLE WITH LEGS.

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 Billard 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! PROTECTIVE DUST COVERS

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! PROTECTIVE DUST COVERS

I WOULD LIKE TO GET A CLOTH NOW - Our online Order Form!

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 PREMADE 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 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 a week or more.. Skip the Felts and go for the Velvet Rich Vel Suede or Speed lite POPLIN. It lasts and will not pill! But it does cost!!
If you play once a month.. Start with the Felt Bonnet. It will last you anywhere from 6 months to 2 years before it needs replacing.

THERE ARE THE PRE-MADE POKER TABLETOPS, OR THE TABLECLOTHS: VELVET, VELVETEEN, WASHABLE NYLON VELVET, BILLARD CLOTH, WOOL FELT, and POPLIN:

1. PRE-MADE POKER TABLE TOPS!
These are made mostly of a plastic composite, with a 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? They are bulky and need to be stored? Tough choice but a quick an easy solution.

CATOLOG COVER TOPS - a quick an easy solution. They are basically 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. They work well for limited play, but do fall apart after one - 5 month play.

2. ELASTIC VS. DRAWSTRING?

Tablecloths are usually cut large enough to fit under the rim. The edges 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 client. 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 - Elect an Elastic Band with Barrel Loc Cinch
Drawstring comes in may types. Cotton cord, Nylon cord, Twisted yarn, hemp, etc. Drawstring is inserted into the hem, and will cinch up every time. Drawstring is adjustable to tables. But, it will fray and eventually wear out the hem at the open ends.
Drawstrings are most common on the market.
BARREL LOC?
Drawstrings / cords can be knotted and re-knotted 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 unting.) All our pre-made cloths come with 2 barrel locs. It is recommended.

3. TABLECLOTH MATERIALS:
VELVET?
Velvets are usually plush. They have nap. 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 dryclean. 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 idea. It is durable, machine washable & dryable. It has a very low, suede like nap. Once it is washed, the surface tightens up. Card 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, Navy, Red is available upon special order request.

Soiree Velvet - is our Top of the Line Plush Velvet. Usually used for exclusive drawstring bags.. 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.

VELVET- polyester? These are polyester blends. They have pratically 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. Tablecoths made from polyester velvets will hang well on a table surface.

VELVETEENS?
Velveteens are popular. They have a lower nap, similar to suede. But they are rarely a woven material. Most velveteens are a cotton material base, glued, and covered with velvet dust. Pros they do wear like iron, but the dust will eventually rub off. Velveteens 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. Velveteens 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 velveteens may come as wide as 60". Also typical velveteens do 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 VELVETEENS & JEWEL GREEN RICHVELS?
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 accomodated. 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!

BILLARD CLOTH?
This is the best choice by far. However, it may not be readily available. 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 premade tables and casinos with a bumper edge. The bumper acutally finishes off the cloth edge, to prevent raveling, and provide comfort to the players. A specialy fabric store will carry it. It may require some reseach and searching to locate a supplier.

POLY WOOL FELTS?
The least expensive and most pliable of the fabrics, POLY wool felts come in a mirade 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 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.

REAL WOOL FELTS? These are what the player look for, but 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, and is expected to be superior to Poly felt, yet responses by our players have been critcal. 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.

SPEED CLOTH LITE - This is NEW. Poplin 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 wash / machine dry. Color fast. Does not wrinkle. Light weight, no texture - it has a smooth surface feel.

Speed lite 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 feel. The Manufacturer actually uses a blown foam that is stuck to a plywood base, or A covering that is cut, stretct to fit, and glued to hold position. Like the covering on a Pool Table.
Can a wool felt cloth be close to the casino product?
In some respects, yes. It is not the perfect resolution, but an affordable one.
IF WOOL FELT IS A GREAT DEAL --
WHAT IS THE REAL PROBLEM WITH POLY WOOL TABLECLOTHS?
2 types of POLY wool felt are in the market - that which is plyable and that which is stiff.
The stiff felt, also a Premium 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.
Plyable POLY felts, also a craft felt, are more readily available. They come in lots of colors, they are washable, and they will show ware and fuzz with continued use. These tend to be made of recylc 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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If an area of the table cover is more prone to wear.. that is the place where we recommend an Iron On Image!

IS IT NECESSARY TO HAVE A TABLECLOTH WITH PAYOUTS ON IT?
NO. Our Tablecloths are not made with any Imprinted silkscreen 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.

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 transfe?

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.

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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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 hassel free. Tabletops are great. Open the box, put them on the table.. you are ready to go.

Table covers - if it just a tablecloth draped. They are usually not too heavy and silp 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 - 2 clips for a buck. The cord slips through the clip and you adjust the stop with a button.

Pre-made tablecloths with the 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 an 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 tyical 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 GREEN, HUNTER GREEN, KELLY GREEN, NAVY OR ROYAL BLUE, CRANBERRY / MAROON, CHERRY RED, PURPLE, BLACK, 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 also have a rainbow selection. Anything from Champagne to radiant wine. Green is standard. Most other colors are speical order.

SPEED LITE - is loaded with options. More colors availabe than on a Peacock. Speed lite is made and dyed in the USA. It is readily available.

How you pick you bonnet color is up to your location and how the cloth complements the chips.
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 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 - I may require you to actually make a newspaper cut pattern of your table top)

This is all very important information!

For example: If you have a 60" round table.. by the time we take inconsideration the thickness and other factors.. such as how far the legs are under the table..
I would be cutting a 65" rough or 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, the length to reach under the table, plus the 1" 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.

Velvets come 58" wide and SPEED LITE / poplins 62" wide on the bolt.

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 infront of a player.

The seam will not affect play.

We never put the seam in the middle of the bonnet.

The More information you provide.. the better the fit!

Ready to get one??
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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 embroideried 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!

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 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.

We use an oldfashion method, that helps make the fibers stay locked into the surface.

I provide the information with each cloth sold. But to get a leg up on the problem.. We can pretreat for you.

We can Pretreat the cloth - that will initially set it up. The instructions for maintenance and further treatment is always included with our cloths.

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 hairdoo.. how stiff do you want it.

But these methods will make the cloth - more Hard, Slick and Pill Resistant!
I do recommend that after each treatment - follow up with a hard pressing at your favorite drycleaner.

As well as the Care Instructions -
Always Cold Water Wash i
And Always dry on low heat / delicate

This 100% POLYESTER SPEED LITE LINEN tablecloth wraps around your current table to create an inexpensive but elegant Casino-style Poker table.
It fits just about any size - Square, Rectangular, round, oval, or multi-sided tables. The Poplin clings around the table conforming itself to the table’s shape.

You can just drape the Poplin like a Top Quality LINEN tablecloth
or use the drawstring to pull up the Poplin to cling underneath.
Poplin does not pill or shed. Poplin Lay FLAT!!!

The cards fly across it's surface!

Ideal for everyday play! Cover prices start at $55

TABLECLOTHS? - poker cover Facts