How to Clean, Maintain, and Protect Your Table
Why maintain your table?
Even though Cornilleau outdoor tables offer supreme durability, a few quick and simple habits go a long way toward getting the most out of them over time. Outdoor tables are exposed to external elements that affect playing comfort, stains, dirt, dust, rain, snow, and wind are unavoidable for an outdoor table. Fortunately, maintenance is simple, fast, and accessible to anyone, all you need are the right accessories for effective, long-lasting upkeep.
Protecting and storing your outdoor table
A cover is your table's main line of defense, an effective barrier against dust, dead leaves, and dirt of any kind. Before extended freezing periods, fold your table and protect it with a suitable cover. If you have covered storage, keep your table in a garage or shelter, or against a wall for extra security, sheltered from wind, to avoid damage if the table gets knocked over. This ensures a flawless playing surface when the warm weather returns. Table upkeep comes down to a few simple actions, well worth a few minutes of your time.
Indoor tables need extra care
Indoor tables need special attention, their chipboard top is more sensitive than an outdoor tabletop. Humidity is the main concern, it can cause the surface to blister or warp, which permanently affects rebound quality. Intense heat and direct sunlight have the same effect. An indoor table should be used and stored strictly away from weather and humidity, ideally in a room with stable temperature, away from heat sources like radiators. Cornilleau indoor tables carry a 3-year guarantee.
The net, an accessory that needs care and replacement
The net faces the same conditions as your outdoor table, UV exposure, humidity, and temperature swings. A loose or worn net affects playing quality and should be replaced regularly. Cornilleau offers nets compatible with its outdoor tables, designed to withstand weather conditions and maintain optimal tension for the life of your table.
Cleaning your table
The tabletop deserves special attention, whether outdoor or indoor. Corrosive products, solvents, and standard household cleaners should be avoided entirely, they damage the playing surface and affect rebound.
Outdoor tabletop
Use Cornilleau's spray cleaner, specially designed to clean and maintain your table while restoring shine and playing quality. Made of 99% natural ingredients, it's effective and environmentally friendly. Apply it to the surfaces that need it, then gently wipe with a cloth or damp sponge to remove stains.
Table Tennis Cleaner
Indoor tabletop
More fragile than an outdoor one, a racket hit can leave a lasting mark. Clean it with a slightly damp microfiber cloth and a mild, non-abrasive product. After each session, wipe the tabletop to remove any trace of moisture or sweat, and avoid placing heavy objects on the folded tabletop, as this can warp the wood over time.
Table Tennis CleanerFrequently Asked Questions
maintaing your table
Yes. Cornilleau outdoor tables are designed to stay outside all year. Their core laminate (HPL) top resists rain, snow, UV rays, and temperature swings. Cornilleau backs its outdoor tables with a 10-year guarantee, a sign of their exceptional durability. For the best protection and longest life, adding a cover is still strongly recommended.
With regular maintenance, a Cornilleau outdoor table can last well beyond 10 years. Cornilleau guarantees its outdoor tables for 10 years, one of the longest guarantees on the market. Materials like core laminate for the top and anti-corrosion treated steel for the frame are built to handle demanding weather conditions long-term.
No, there's no need to disassemble a Cornilleau outdoor table for winter. Simply fold it, protect it with a suitable cover, and if possible, keep it sheltered from wind in a garage or against a wall. Cornilleau outdoor tables are built to handle frost and harsh weather without disassembly.
The frame and legs of a Cornilleau outdoor table are made of steel with anti-corrosion treatment. To preserve this protection over time, avoid letting water pool at joints and check screws and fittings regularly. A quick visual check of the structure is usually enough to catch early signs of wear before they affect stability or playing quality.
No. Maintenance differs on several key points. An outdoor table with a core laminate top can stay outside year-round and naturally resists rain, UV, and temperature swings, regular cleaning with a suitable product is enough to maintain performance. An indoor table with a chipboard top needs more care, it must be kept in a dry, temperature-controlled room, away from humidity, direct heat, or intense sunlight. In both cases, avoid corrosive products, and wiping the tabletop regularly after use significantly extends your table's life.
