Table tennis also known as ping-pong, is an incredible indoor game that which is enjoyed by different age groups of people worldwide. As table tennis equipments are expensive, buying such equipments usually is looked upon as an investment of a lifetime. This is why it is essential to take proper care of the equipments such as ping pong table, racket, net and other things. The proper care of your ping pong table equipments will also save you money in the long run.

Things You'll Need:

Soft cotton cloth
Plastic sheets
Air-bubble nylon cover
Racket case
Bag

Step 1

Determine how much you will be playing in this indoor game before buying the table tennis equipments. Top-of-the-line equipments are a bit expensive but it makes a good investment because it lasts much longer. Taking care of such equipments are easy.

Step 2

As soon as a game is over un-glue the rubbers of the racket so that it can "breathe".

Step 3

After enjoying your game always clean the the rubber of your table tennis racket with water and a soft cotton cloth. Just use a drop of water in the center of the rubber and gently rub it in a circular motion with the piece of soft cotton cloth.

Step 4

After every game use the cleaners and sponges available with the racket to get rid of the sweat and oil build-up on your racket.

Step 5

When the rackets are not in use put them in a protective plastic sheet available at any sports shops dealing with table tennis equipments. The protective plastic sheets will protect the racket from getting scratches.

Step 6

While traveling store the racket in a case. Buy a racket case which zips up and keep the racket safe from getting any sort of damage.

Step 7

Always check the seam on the ball for hard spots as a small hard sport will affect the bounce.

Step 8

The table is the most expensive table tennis equipment so take good care of it. Use a cover to protect your table tennis table when not using it. Never leave the table outdoors.

Step 9

While moving the table from one place to another, cover the playing surface of your ping pong table tennis table with air-bubble nylon.

Step 10

Never drag the net while taking it off or putting it on. Make sure that the clamps on the net do not dig into the table tennis table surface as it might effect the performance of play.

Step 11

Keep all your table tennis equipments such as balls, rackets, net and etc in one bag so that nothing gets lost. Plus, by storing the equipments in this manner you can easily protect the equipments from moisture

Tips & Warnings:
Always invest in quality table tennis equipments.
Never use heavy-duty sandpaper to clean the racket or the surface of the table tennis table.