Slate bed pool tables have a playing surface made from slate, which is then covered in cloth. The slate can vary in thickness from 19mm to 30mm. The thicker slate is used on larger and more expensive tables, and some larger tables will use two or even three pieces of slate.
MDF pool tables have a playing surface made from MDF -a type of hardboard, which is made from wood fibres glued under heat and pressure. MDF pool tables come with the benefit of being cheaper and lighter than slate tables. Our range of MDF tables are quite durable which is a great factor to consider.