How to Select Table Tennis Net for Table?
• If you're looking for a table tennis net to use at home or for a table that won't be used for serious competitive play, there's a wide variety of nets to choose from. • Although some new table tennis tables come with a net and post set, in most cases you'll need to buy your net and post set separately. • There are three types of net assemblies in general... • Permanently affixed to the table • Clip with a spring-loaded catch • Screw clamp tightened by hand
Permanently affixed to the table • Outdoor tables are typically equipped with a net assembly that is permanently attached to the table. • These are typically only the same width as the table, i.e. five feet long, as opposed to the official length of six feet. • Some rollaway tables also include a net assembly that is permanently attached to the table, though these are usually six feet long.
Clip with a spring-loaded catch • Some net assemblies are attached to the table with a spring-loaded clip. • These are popular because they are simple to install on your table.
Screw clamp tightened by hand • The hand tightened screw clamp is the most commonly used type. • These provide the most stability and adjustability.
What kind of table tennis net do you require? • Unless you have a table tennis table with a permanently attached net assembly, you'll need to choose between a spring-loaded clip and a hand-tightened screw clamp net assembly.
Clip with a spring-loaded catch • These table tennis nets are simple to attach and remove from a table, making them ideal for schools, home use, or if you're in a hurry.
Screw clamp tightened by hand • If you're just playing for fun on a home table, a cheap table tennis net may suffice. • The most affordable options in this category have a very basic clamp, as shown here. • However, the net is usually only 5 feet or 5 feet 6 inches long, and it may not be adjustable in height.
Factors to consider when buying a table tennis table: • Portability: • The first thing to consider is whether you intend to set up the table permanently or if you intend to pick it up and move it frequently. • A fold-up model table is a good choice if you'll be moving it around a lot. • This type of table can be easily handled by one person because it has rollers for easy movement. • High-quality roller tables have brakes on the wheels, which prevent the table from moving while in use.
• Thickness: • Table thickness is an important factor to consider when choosing the best table. • Professionals should be concerned with the thickness of the tabletop, regardless of how appealing the table appears or what brand it belongs to.
• Legs: • Because your table will almost certainly take a beating over time, make sure it has extremely strong legs and support. • Also, look for the leg levelers at the bottom of the logs. • These will come in handy if the floor you're playing on isn't level. • The levelers can be adjusted to maintain the table's standard 30-inch height above the floor.
• Leveling: • Analyze the table height from all sides of the tabletop for any potential warping or bending that could affect the bounce of the ball. • A one-yard or one-meter spirit level can be useful for determining whether or not the table surface is flat.