Good Shuffleboard Table Maintenance Starts With Good Quality Powdered Wax

Wiping off the old wax and applying a fresh coat makes the game more enjoyable because it ensures consistent speed, which will help you to generate higher scores on a more consistent basis. It also protects the surface of your Shuffleboard Table.

For those who are new to the sport, wax is also known as speed powder, Table Shuffleboard dust, Table Shuffleboard sand, and more. However, it is none of these things. Powdered wax, as we will be referring to it in this blog to differentiate from liquid wax, is actually made of fine silicone beads. This is sometimes combined with cornstarch to help the puck slide smoothly. 

Take a look at this infographic to learn more. 

Powdered Wax Quality Matters!

Not all Shuffleboard powdered waxes are built the same. Just like any other product, some powdered waxes are better than others. If you want to get the most out of your Shuffleboard Table, choosing high-quality powdered wax is the key!

At The Shuffleboard Federation, we carry an amazing selection of five-star Shuffleboard Table powdered waxes. Two of our bestsellers are Ultra Glide T2, which works great on 12’, 14’, and 16’ tables, and Ultra Glide T4, which is used in every single one of the 100 largest tournaments in the country and is perfect for longer tables. Both are available in One Pound Cans or in 24-Pound Buckets if you want to buy in bulk and save. 

Ultra-Glide comes in two grades: “R” (regular/economy grade) and “T” (tournament grade). Both are available at a variety of different speeds. Please see the attached image for more info on which speeds are recommended for which size tables.

Shuffleboard Table Speed Powder Selection Guide

Whether you want to play like the pros, or you want to take the best care of an important investment, you can’t go wrong with choosing a high-quality Shuffleboard Table powdered wax from us!

How to Choose the Best Powdered Wax

Now, you understand the importance of utilizing high-quality products, but how do you know which type of Shuffleboard Table powdered wax is right for you? Have no fear! We’ve built this short guide of tips and tricks just for you. 

  1. Shuffleboard Table powdered wax is categorized by speed, with one being the slowest and five being the fastest. 
  2. The two main factors to consider when choosing the correct type of powdered wax are speed and length of the table. Your skill level could also be considered a third factor. 
    • For shorter tables, it’s best to choose a slow powdered wax, so the puck doesn’t fly off the board. 
    • For longer tables, fast powdered wax is a better option because it gives you more momentum. 
  3. Fast powdered wax is better suited for advanced or professional players who are experienced with the sport. 

Shop Shuffleboard Table Powdered Wax Here!

Don’t wait a moment longer to order the best powdered wax for your Shuffleboard Table. John McDermott, owner and founder of The Shuffleboard Federation and the youngest Table Shuffleboard Hall of Famer, has meticulously crafted the powdered waxes we offer for sale on our website to provide you with the best Table Shuffleboard experience. 

To learn more about powdered waxes or other Shuffleboard Table accessories, please contact us today!

Author: John McDermott

The Shuffleboard Federation is owned and operated by John McDermott, whose involvement in shuffleboard dates back to 1976. His background includes many years of league and tournament administration and he has, for the past 37 years, played professionally and been rated as one of the top ten players in the sport. He has developed dozens of products for the shuffleboard industry and his product knowledge in terms of both shuffleboard tables and accessory products is unsurpassed. He is also the Founder and Tournament Director of the most prestigious shuffleboard tournament in the world, the North American Shuffleboard Championships, a position he has held since he founding the tournament in 1990. This vast wealth of experience has proved invaluable in helping thousands of people in the U.S. and abroad to purchase the right Shuffleboard Table for their lifestyle and budget. In 2004, John's many accomplishments were officially recognized as he was inducted into the Table Shuffleboard Hall of Fame as both a player and promoter of the game. John has nearly 200 career wins and is the youngest player ever inducted into the Table Shuffleboard Association Hall of Fame.

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