Recovering cushions These images show the many procedures involved in stripping snooker table cushions of the old cloth and the fitting of new material. Stripping cushion of old cloth Removing staples from cushion block Removing splinters from block Removing original retaining slip Checking new slip for thickness Fitting new cushion cloth Knocking down retaining slip Ensuring cloth fits correctly Cutting cloth by pocket Trimming cloth along top Trimming cloth at pocket Tacking cloth at pocket Tacking cloth to the underside Stapling cloth to cushion block Stapling cloth at pocket Fitting cloth to conceal tack heads Covered cushion before fitting Covered cushion at pocket