This thread also displays on the following board(s): Calgary  &  Edmonton  &  Vancouver  &  TSAC Topic: Glue on table not so sticky anymore Author: merton Original Message Posted: Jan 20 2010 3:01PM I'm looking for instructions on how to fix the surface/playing field of the table top. I've had my tornado for about 10 years and the glue has started giving way which is making the playing field uneven. I gather the method is to rip up the surface, remove the old glue and apply new glue but am looking for a proper method of doing this without harming my table. Thanks in advance. Clint Author: merton Reply #1 Posted: Jan 20 2010 3:01PM delete - dupe. Author: PaulG Reply #2 Posted: Jan 21 2010 9:11AM I have the same issue with the areas around both nets on my table. Not sure why the surface came up only on those 2 spots. I'm also looking for a solution without having to rip the entire surface up. But, since it's at the goal areas, i can probably "shoot" some sort of adhesive/glue under the surface (via the lip of the goal area). Just not sure what adhesive/glue works best. Any suggestions? Author: hardboiled Reply #3 Posted: Jan 21 2010 1:55PM The glue will depend on the surface you are adhering to. If it's lino/arborite, superglue works great. But, you only get one shot, so make sure you are prepped and ready before you try. If the surface is mdf (pressed wood chips) like the cabinet, use something like contact cement - which won't be absorbed. Author: The Next One. Reply #4 Posted: Jan 21 2010 3:59PM Smash it out with a sledge hammer and call Dave Courington and ask for a new playing surface...right Nelson? lol...sorry. Author: Nelson Reply #5 Posted: Jan 21 2010 9:56PM Actually Courington told me to do it! Taking apart a surface is super tricky. I wouldn't not recommend it unless you're a seasoned carpenter. Author: discosucks Reply #6 Posted: Jan 22 2010 12:18AM taking off the surface is not even the hardest part, but putting the laminate back on... you have to spread the glue super evenly to avoid bumps and also proceed with the surface. I don't know how much a new top is, but diy is probably not worth it. If it's only a few spots on the outside edges try white glue (apply between surface and mdf by using thin and rigid cardboard strips) and tape it down or even clamp it. when pressing it down apply the pressure from inside to outside to avoid air being trapped. Author: Nelson Reply #7 Posted: Jan 22 2010 12:52AM I actually just remembered this. According to Dave Courington, the glue is not really meant to hold the surface up but rather keep liquids (ie spilled beer) from running along the surface into the table. On most coin op, the top is held up by the rail and additionally a bunch of wood screws as well. If you really wanted to re-secure the edges, I recommend doing wood screws instead, just making sure they're straight. This thread does not accept replies because: The last post to this thread is more than 30 days old.