How to Clean Your Air Hockey Table? (Step-by-Step Guide)

Suppose you own an air hockey table and have recently found that your puck is getting stuck on the surface or not quite gliding the same as it used to. In that case, it can really hinder your favorite game.

If you’re struggling with any of these issues or even finding that your puck has started to curve to one side, it could be because your table simply needs a good clean.

Worry not, though. I am here to tell you that there is something you can do to fix the problem, and not only that, but I will take you through step-by-step on how to clean your air hockey table.

How To Clean Your Air Hockey Table – Step-By-Step?

You’ll be relieved to hear that cleaning your air hockey table isn’t the chore of the century. In fact, it’s relatively easy as long as you have the right equipment to hand.

Below I will tell you the four steps to cleaning and maintaining your air hockey table. Once you know this, you can keep on top of it so that it doesn’t negatively affect your game next time.

What You Will Need to Clean Your Air Hockey Table?

As with many different tabletop games, before you start cleaning your table, you will want to check that you have all the correct equipment. This is to ensure the cleaning is done efficiently and, of course, make it easier for you. Below I have put together a checklist before you start cleaning.

• A vacuum cleaner with attachment. (A normal household one will be just fine.)
• Microfiber cloth
• A needle, toothpick, or anything of similar size
• Replacement felt, if necessary (can be purchased on Amazon)
• Furniture polish or wax
• Glass cleaner

So now you have everything you need, let’s move on to how to clean your air hockey table.