How to Set Up a Dining Table for Christmas

The holiday table design can be as different as the many menu items people include to feast upon. Depending upon the atmosphere you are trying to create---whether relaxed and casual or elegant and formal---you can reflect the mood through seating arrangements, lighting, food service items, dinnerware and centerpieces. The key to success is consistency with theme and materials. Does this Spark an idea?

Instructions

The Casual Holiday Table

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Casual holiday table

Extend the table as necessary for the number of guests. Plan on 24 inches of width of elbow room per guest. Add 2 inches for armed chairs.

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Place chairs around the table, making certain the height is correct and there is enough room for comfort.

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Place a tablecloth on the table, centering it so that it falls at equal lengths around the table. If using place mats, set those at each setting.

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Place a dinner plate at each chair 2 inches from the table's edge.

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Fold the napkins into triangles and set to the left of the plates, point out.

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Place the dinner fork between the napkin and the plate.

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Place the knife to the right of the plate, sharp side in.

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Place the teaspoon to the right of the knife.

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Position the water glass above the knife and spoon.

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Twist together a bunch of greenery with craft wire, accenting with berries and pine cones.

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Center the pillar candle on top of the evergreen bunches in the center of the table.

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Place jar candles in wooden bowls or plates.

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Cranberries make colorful decorating additions.

Fill the wooden bowls or plates with cranberries, surrounding the jarred candles.

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Place the bowls/plates on either end of the centered greenery.

The Formal Holiday Table

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Formal table settings

Slide rolled napkins into the napkin rings.

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Using the craft wire, wrap and attach gold berries and leaves to the napkin rings, sliding the ends through the ring and twisting.

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Place the napkin rings diagonally across the dinner plate or to the left of the forks.

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Formal dinner fork placement

Place the forks from left to right: salad fork, dinner fork, dessert fork.

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Place the soup spoon to the right of the teaspoon, followed by the cocktail fork.

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Position the salad plate above the forks to the upper left side of the dinner plate.

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Place the bread/butter plate to the upper right of the salad plate, above the dessert fork.

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Set the red wine glass above the teaspoon.

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Place the water glass above and to the left of the red wine glass.

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Wine glass settings

Position the white wine glass above and to the right of the red wine glass.

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Print each place card with each guest's name.

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Place each card directly above the dinner plate and centered.

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Center the floral arrangement on the table.

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Place candlesticks 4 to 6 inches from either side of the floral arrangement.

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Scatter glass ornaments between the candlesticks and the centerpiece.

Directions for Taking Apart a Pool Table

A pool table in your game room allows you to play various billiards games without having to spend money at a pool hall, and without leaving the comfort of your own home. Because of their large size and the heavy weight of the slate, moving a pool table can prove difficult. Although reassembly will require an expert for best results, you can take apart the pool table yourself for free.

Instructions

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Remove the staples holding the pockets on the table if your table features removable pockets. Use a staple remover or insert a flathead screwdriver under the staples and pry them off. Remove the pockets.

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Remove the rails from the table. The rails are secured to the body of the pool table with bolts on the underside, which you can remove with a socket wrench. Once the bolts are removed, you can remove the rails by hand.

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Take out any staples holding the felt down on the table and remove the felt. If you will be attempting to reuse the felt when you reassemble the table, fold it neatly, being sure to remove all staples first. This will reduce the risk of tearing in the move.

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Dig out any wax that was used to fill in the holes for the screws that secure the slate to the body of the table. The wax is melted in so that the slate is level for play, but you will need to remove it to gain access to the screws.

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Unscrew the slate from the table and remove it. The slate is very heavy, especially if you have a single slate table. Move it very carefully with the assistance of more than one helper.

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Remove the bolts securing the table legs, using the socket wrench, and remove the legs from the body of the table.

How to Set a Round Table

A round table provides a dining arrangement suited for comfortable conversation with everyone at the table. The seating positions are all equal, with no "head of the table" position. A round table works well for home dining and events such as parties and wedding receptions. Choices in table settings set the mood for the meal. An attractive, balanced table setting and centerpiece create an inviting presentation for guests. Table setting styles range from traditional to casual, bold or holiday-themed. Following basic guidelines for setting a round table allows you to create a harmonious table with confidence.

Instructions

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Center a tablecloth on the round table. Alternatively, laying two table runners, crossed in the middle of the round table, provides a decorative table covering. Check that the table is completely clean if you opt to leave the table bare.

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Position the centerpiece in the middle of the round table. A round, shallow bowl with floating candles in water, fresh flowers in a rounded bouquet or a fruit arrangement in a round bowl work well as centerpieces for round table.

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Center a plate at the place for each guest, directly in front of the chair, with the edge of the plate 1 inch from the table edge. This follows the basic rule for table setting. Avoid awkwardness in positioning plates and silverware by avoiding the use of place mats on a round table.

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Set the napkin and flatware for each place setting 1 inch from the table edge. Flatware for each setting includes a knife, forks and spoons, if needed, with the handle end of each piece 1 inch from the edge of the table. Set the napkin in the middle of the plate to save space if the table is small for the number of guests. This creates a streamlined arrangement on the round table.

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Position a wine glass above each plate. To save space, a wine glass can serve for either water or wine. This will prevent crowding a water and wine glass at each setting on a round table.

How to Disassemble your Pool Table

A pool table is a large piece of furniture. It is also very difficult to move when the time comes to do so. In order to make the moving process easier, many owners disassemble their pool tables before making a long move or placing them into storage. This allows the table to be stored in a smaller space and assists in the logistics of transportation. As a do-it- yourself project, it's not for everyone. You need to have an intimate knowledge of your pool table to do it correctly. Does this Spark an idea?

Instructions

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Remove the pockets by pulling out the staples holding the pocket strapping in place (this step is only for exterior pocket tables). Then remove the bolts securing the rails to the table. Slide out the side rail bolts and remove them one by one.

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Remove the pool table felt by prying up the staples securing the felt to the table along the sides of the table--or simply pull up the felt if it is glued in place. The felt will pull off of the table slate.

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Remove the slate from the table by locating the slate mounting screws and loosening them. Many screws are recessed and hidden by a wax or wax-like covering. To access them, insert a screwdriver into the wax and remove it from the hole, then loosen the screws.

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Take the legs off of the table by loosening the bolts that secure the legs to the frame. This requires a wrench (either a socket or traditional hex head). Slide off each bolt while supporting the table, then remove the legs one at a time. This requires a lot of help from friends to complete.

How to Breakdown a Pool Table

Nothing ties the family game room or lounge together quite like a pool table. This classic and elegant game is a world wide favorite, often equated with class and success. The worst part of owning a pool table, unfortunately, is having to move it. Moving a pool table requires that you learn how to break down a pool table in order to move it safely.

Instructions

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Remove the pocket nets. The most common privately owned pool tables are of a net pocket style. Lay underneath the table to gain access to the fastening staples. Use a staple remover to carefully pull the staples out while supporting the pocket with your other hand. Remove the bolts that connect the pockets to the rails using a socket wrench.

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Take the rails and pockets off of the frame. Depending on the type of pool table you have, the rails may be connected to each other with or without bolts. Remove any bolts fastening the rails to each other or the frame with a socket wrench. Attempt to slide the rails out from one another if they are unbolted.

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Pull up the felt that covers the field. Most felt is secured to the slate using staples, glue, or both. Examine the edges of the table and search for staples, removing any that you find with the staple remover. Start in one corner and peel the felt back carefully to avoid unnecessary replacement later. Pull back small sections at a time, removing additional staples that present themselves as you go.

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Remove the slate from the frame. The slate will be secured to the frame with multiple hidden screws. Search for the wax or plaster covers and pry them out using a flat head screwdriver. Unscrew the screws from the slate and frame using a power drill with a screwdriver head. Determine if your slate is in one or more sections, and remove them carefully with help as necessary.

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Unfasten the legs from the pool table frame. Once the legs are removed, the table will be fully ready to move. Use the power drill and screwdriver bit or socket wrench to remove the particular fasteners from the legs and frame. Ask friends to hold up the table corners as you remove the remaining legs.

How to Level a Sportcraft Pool Table

Pool and other cue-game tables require a playing surface as level as possible, so that the balls do not roll erratically. Sportcraft's billiard table comes with a leg leveler on the bottom of each leg and it's a relatively simple process to adjust them. The table is heavy however and it will take care, effort and at least four people to turn the table over to access the levelers.

Instructions

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Roll a ball lengthwise down the center of the table. If it veers to one side, one or both of the legs on that side of the table may need adjusting.

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Roll a ball widthwise across the center of the table. If it veers to one side, one or both of the legs on that end of the table may need adjusting.

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Press down on the corners of the table that may need adjusting. If the legs move downwards and are not flush to the floor, these are the ones that should be adjusted first.

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Take hold of the underside of the table. Get at least three other people to help, with one at each side.

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Turn the table upside down.

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Adjust the appropriate leg leveler. Turn counterclockwise to lengthen the leveler and clockwise to shorten it.

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Turn the table back over.

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Repeat Steps 1 to 3 to check the table is now level. If not, further adjustment may be required.

How to Price a Billiards Table for Resale

Selling your billiards table can help you recover some of the money you spent on it. If your billiards table has appreciated in value, if you bought it used to begin with or you just got a great deal on it, you may even get back more than you originally spent. Determining how to price your billiards table for resale can help you to maximize the return on your investment.

Instructions

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Compare prices of similar billiards tables. Search for tables that are being sold in your area. Check online sites, such as eBay and Craigslist, to find out what other sellers are asking for their used tables.

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Solicit offers from billiards table dealers in your area. Contact between three and five dealers and provide details of your used table. Include its condition and provide pictures. Ask the dealers to make you an offer. If they are not interested in buying your table, they may at least give you an estimate of what the table is worth. Comparing several offers and estimates will help you get a better feel for what your used billiards table is worth.

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Ask a local dealer to appraise your billiards table. This is especially important if your table is unique or valuable, or if it's an antique . An experienced appraiser can assess the condition of the table and provide a documented estimate. Use this estimate to set an accurate price for your table and to provide justification for the price when you show the table to potential buyers.

How to Convert Ounces to Decimal Form

Ounces are used to measure both weight and volume. Converting ounces into a decimal figure involves just a bit of math and deciding in which unit of measure you want to express the new figure. Weight can be expressed any number of ways, but a good choice for conversion would be pounds, or grams if you're looking to convert to metric. Similarly, fluid ounces can be converted in portions of pints, quarts and gallons, or liters or milliliters if expressed with the metric system. Grab a calculator and go -- this won't take long. Does this Spark an idea?

Instructions

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Divide ounces by 1/16 to get the decimal amount in pounds, since there are 16 oz. to the pound. For example, 3 oz. equals 3/16, or 0.1875 lb. You can get the same result by multiplying the number of ounces by 0.0625.

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Multiply the number of ounces by 28.349, the number of grams in an ounce, to get the decimal equivalent in grams. For example, 3 oz. equals 85.047 g, or 0.085047 kilogram.

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Calculate the number of fluid ounces in a gallon by multiplying by 0.007812. For example, 3 fluid oz. equals 0.023436 gallons. You can get the same result by dividing by 128, the number of fluid ounces in a gallon. Multiply your result by 4 to get a decimal amount for the ounces expressed in quarts.

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Multiply fluid ounces by 29.5735, the number of fluid ounces in a milliliter (ml), to get milliliters. For example, 3 fluid oz. equals 88.7025 ml, or 0.0887025 liters.

Ideas for Event Centerpieces

Centerpieces can add beauty and elegance to an event, whether it's a corporate conference, wedding or holiday party. Centerpieces can also serve a practical purpose while bringing a sense of fun and whimsy to the table. When choosing a centerpiece, take into consideration the event's theme, colors and your guests. Does this Spark an idea?

Floral Centerpieces

Flowers create colorful, traditional centerpieces for any event. With a little imagination, you can bring originality and freshness to this classic centerpiece choice. Instead of having a vase full of pretty flowers in the center of each table, hang a wreath or bouquet of flowers from the ceiling with invisible wire. Hang the flower arrangement just above your guests' heads. If you hang it too low, the guests won't be able to see their dining companions. Using food coloring, dye the water in the vase to match the color of the flowers, the wedding colors or your event's color scheme. If you are worried that your flowers will wilt, use silk flowers.

Candle Centerpieces

Candle centerpieces bring a sense of intimacy and romance to a table. For a simple but effective candle centerpiece, place decorative paper lanterns in the center of each table. If you're worried about creating a fire hazard, use battery-operated candles. You can also cut out names or shapes in the paper lanterns to create a flickering light pattern on the table. Simple and elegant --- though potentially expensive --- set a candelabra at each table. Adorn these candleholders with flowers or garland if you'd like. Candles in wine or decorative bottles also make romantic centerpieces. Mix water and fire by using floating candles as a centerpiece. Fill a shallow bowl with water. Dye the water to match the event's colors or add rose petals. Then place your floating candles in the water. Floating candles come in a variety of shapes such as hearts, flowers, leaves and snowflakes.

Food Centerpieces

An alternative to your traditional centerpieces, food centerpieces bring an air of freshness and innovation to an event. For causal summer events, turn a watermelon into a fun centerpiece by carving it into a basket and filling the basket with bite-size pieces of watermelon, cantaloupe, grapes and other fruit. It looks pretty and fun and also feeds your guests. For a food centerpiece that is more for appearance than consumption, build a fruit tree centerpiece using a Styrofoam cone and toothpicks. Cut up pieces of apples, pears and figs. Using the toothpicks, attach them to the cone in a design of your choice. Use under-ripe fruit so it stays on the toothpick. If you want to add a little romance to your event, such as a Valentine's Day party or wedding, arrange chocolate flowers in a vase for your centerpiece.

How to Make a Lightweight Pool-Table Top

A table top for a pool table can be made in an afternoon and ready for use the following day. Making the table top lightweight and in two pieces will make it possible for almost any adult to install or remove it. Making the top in two pieces will also make it easier to store while playing pool. With the top on, the table can be used for dining and entertaining. Does this Spark an idea?

Instructions

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Measure the playing surface of the pool table. The playing surface does not include the rails. For example, a 6-foot table has a 32-inch by 64-inch playing surface.

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Use the jigsaw to cut the 2-inch thick Styrofoam to fit on the playing surface of the pool table.

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Lay the -inch thick Styrofoam flat and place the cut-down 2-inch thick Styrofoam on top of the -inch Styrofoam and center it. Once it is centered, mark the corners with a pen or pencil so that you know where to glue the 2-inch Styrofoam.

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Liberally spread the liquid nail over the -inch Styrofoam within the marks you made, and place the 2-inch foam on top of the Liquid Nail to adhere the two pieces together. Let them sit until they do not easily pull apart.

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Flip the Styrofoam over so that the -inch Styrofoam is on top. Liberally coat the entire surface of the Styrofoam with Liquid Nail.

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Place the lauan Plywood on top of the Styrofoam and place clamps around the edges to hold the two pieces together. Let it sit until the Liquid Nail is fully dry.

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Cut the top in half width wise with the jigsaw. This will allow you to remove one half at a time making it much lighter and easier to handle.

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Paint or stain the lauan top to get the look you want.

How to Calculate Milligrams to Milliliter

In an ideal world, the data for all problems we encounter would be given in units that we can plug directly into formulas for quick calculations. Unfortunately, more often than not, we are given raw data from experiments in forms that were easiest to measure but not necessarily the easiest for calculations. You can observe this inconvenience very often in chemistry labs where the data you collect needs to be converted into the proper scientific units for showing experimental results. One common unit conversion is from milligrams to milliliters, which can be done in a few easy steps.

Instructions

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Convert your milligrams into grams since this will make your calculations easier later. Do this by dividing your milligrams by 1,000 or by simply moving the decimal 3 places to the left. For example, 182 mg of titanium will become 0.182 g.

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Determine the specific gravity of your substance by either consulting a table of specific gravities for various substances or by using the formula "specific gravity = density of substance / density of water". Use 1,000 kg/m^3 as the density of water and use the density of the substance provided to you in the data you have or look it up in a scientific reference. Plug these values into the equation to determine your specific gravity. For example, the density of titanium is 4,507 kg/m^3 so take that divided by 1,000 kg/m^3 and you get a specific gravity of 4.507. Note that units are not necessary with specific gravity.

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Put the mass and specific gravity data into the formula "volume = mass / specific gravity," which will also look like "milliliters = grams / specific gravity" in terms of units. For example, using the data above, milliliters = 0.182 g / 4.507 = 0.04 mL. So, 182 milligrams of titanium is equal to 0.03 milliliters of titanium.

About Pool Table Design

A pool table can be a fun addition to any game room. However, before rushing out to by the least pricey pool table on the market, carefully consider the main features of any billiard table to ensure you get the most features for your money. While inexpensive tables are appealing, inferior materials, such as fake slate or cheap felt, and expensive features such as a ball return system, can reduce the lifespan of the table.

Table Size

While most billiard shops list their tables at 7 foot, 8 foot or 9 foot, there are specific measurements that denote the table type. Tables that measure 3.5 feet by 7 feet are barroom sized, while slightly larger tables measuring 4 feet by 8 feet are common in homes. Pool halls typically use tables that measure 4.25 feet by 8.5 feet. Regulation-sized tables used in professional tournaments are larger yet at 4.5 feet by 9 feet. Consider your room size when deciding on a table, as there must be enough room to accommodate the reach of the pool cues.

Fabric & Bed

Commonly known as the felt, the fabric stretched across the pool table surface can be a worsted wool or a wool-nylon blend. Worsted wool has no nap or "fuzz" which slows play down, unlike the less expensive wool-nylon blend. The bed, also called the slate, is the hard surface beneath the felt. While cheaper surface options are available, real slate is the preferred surface.

Pockets vs. Ball Return System

At each of the four corners and two at the center of the table, the pockets on a pool table can either be self-containing or part of a ball return system. While tables with the return system conveniently gather the billiard balls at the foot of the table while returning the specially-weighted cue ball to the head, they increase the table's initial cost and may require future maintenance. Individual pockets require players to retrieve balls from each of the six pockets; however, pockets that become loose or damaged are easily replaced with minimal expense.

Rails & Cushions

Table rails refers to the raised wood around the slate, or playing area, to which the cushions are attached. Usually manufactured from synthetic or vulcanized rubber, the cushions cause the billiard balls to rebound off the rails to allow for accurately angled shots.

Table Design

Pool tables come in a variety of designs, from classic to contemporary and plain to ornate, with the latest design option being a completely clear table that does not incorporate a table felt. For a more traditional, yet personalized look, you can order custom designed felt with almost any professional logo or personal design. Adding free-hanging pockets of netted leather or fringed fabric further enhances the style of a pocket billiard table.

How to Convert Gallons to Metric Tons

A tonne, or metric ton, is a single unit of mass equal to 1,000 kg or 2,204 lbs. This unit is the approximate mass of a cubic meter of water at four degrees Celsius. Converting standard units to metric units often involves only a single step, but because a gallon is a standard unit of volume, you must first convert it into a standard unit of weight before you can complete any calculation.

Instructions

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Weigh one gallon of your substance to get its weight in pounds. For instance, if you have a gallon of water, that typically weighs about 8.34 lbs.

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Divide 2,204 lbs. by the weight of the object from Step 1. Carry out the answer to at least four decimal places.

Example: 2,204 lbs. per ton / 8.34 lbs. per gallon = 264.2686 gallons per ton

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Divide the number of gallons you wish to convert into metric tons by your answer from Step 2.

Example: 50 gallons / 264.2686 gallons per ton = .189 tons

This example means that 50 gallons of water weighing 8.34 lbs. per gallon is approximately .189 -- or 18.9 percent -- of one metric ton.

How to Convert Ounces to Teaspoons

When cooking, you sometimes come across a recipe where you need to convert ounces to teaspoons. This typically happens when you want to multiply or divide the recipe. Managing teaspoons can be much easier than ounces, and understanding the ratio of teaspoons to ounces can be helpful.

Instructions

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Consider how many ounces make up 1 cup. To remember how to convert ounces to teaspoons, start with understanding the basic measurements used in baking. There are 8 ounces in a cup. Therefore there is 1 ounce in 1/8 cup.

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Consider how many tablespoons make up a cup. There are 16 tablespoons in 1 cup.

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Consider how many tablespoons make up 1 ounce. Once again, having a grasp of the different measurement ratios will help you in future conversions. Two tablespoons make up 1 ounce.

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Consider how many teaspoons make up 1 tablespoon. There are 3 teaspoons in each tablespoon. Therefore, if there are 2 tablespoons in 1 ounce, that means there are 6 teaspoons in 1 ounce.

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Multiply the number of ounces by 6 to convert ounces to teaspoons. If you have 2 ounces, multiply by 6, which would mean 2 ounces is the same as 12 teaspoons.

Types of Seminar Classroom Arrangements

Depending on the subject being taught, average class-size and equipment within a classroom may be designed and arranged many different ways. Seminar rooms are a versatile type of classroom designed for hosting seminars, small to medium classes involving open discussion and collaborative learning. These rooms have no subject-specific equipment, such as the microscopes or kilns that may be found in labs or studios. In many universities and colleges, seminar rooms are interdisciplinary facilities that may be used for regular lessons and special events.

Single or Donut

The primary arrangement used for seminar rooms involves outfitting a large, central table with chairs. The effect is a conference-style setting in which students and teacher share a common tabletop. Typically the instructor sits at the head of this table with the blackboard at her back. A derivative of this arrangement is the donut or ring in which desks are placed in a complete circle. These setups are advantageous because they enable all participants to be seen equally; however, they may take up a lot of space, feel cramped and violate safety regulations by blocking routes of egress.

Figure-8

The figure-8 is a modified version of the ring, in which desks are arranged in a pinched loop. This arrangement enables the interaction of two independent groups, while still allowing students to participate in large-group discussion. The primary advantage of the figure-8 setup is that it saves space. Unfortunately, visibility across the room is not high.

Horseshoe Arrangement

The horseshoe, or U-shaped, setup shares the same benefits as the ring arrangement, with the added benefit of creating space for visual aides and lectures. In this setup, desks are placed in a semicircle with the blackboard at the opening. The instructor may take a seat anywhere in the ring or set up a chair at the mouth of the U.

Modular Arrangement

For larger classrooms with a larger roster, a modular arrangement can provide the opportunity for students to participate in small-group collaboration. A grouping of four to six desks may be used in lieu of tables; however, this setup may result in gaps between desks. When using this setup, consciously create space throughout the room. Place tables throughout the room leaving at least 4 feet between each group. This will keep sounds and movement from interfering with group discussions.

Conference & Banqueting Job Description

Venues that cater for events such as corporate functions and weddings employ service staff who are able to serve the needs of the large numbers of guests attending such occasions. Hospitality provided by conference and banqueting staff encompasses food and beverage service, cleaning, handling audio-visual equipment and general customer care. Service staff work under a manager who oversees operations in addition to planning and coordinating events.

Food and Beverage Service

Service staff are responsible for ensuring that guests' drink and meal requirements are met in an efficient, timely and courteous manner. In order to carry out these tasks, banqueting staff must have knowledge of the drinks and meals available in the venue. As well as carrying orders to the tables, service staff are also responsible for clearing used glassware and china and returning them to the appropriate area for cleaning. Service staff must also ensure that guests are provided with the appropriate cutlery and glassware.

Other Duties During an Event

Conference and banqueting staff are responsible for ensuring that cleanliness in maintained in the event area, including tables and floor space. They must be observant to ensure that any rubbish or safety hazards such as broken glass or spills are cleaned as soon as practicable. At events where a self-service food buffet or drinks station is provided for guests, staff are responsible for ensuring that the areas are clean and presentable and that supplies are replenished.

Pre- and Post-Event Duties

Conference and banqueting staff set up before an event by polishing glassware and cutlery, arranging tables, putting up decorations and setting up any required audio-visual equipment. At the end of a function, staff clear the room, breaking down tables and collecting any items that require cleaning by the kitchen or laundry. Staff are also responsible for inventory control, ordering additional stock as required to ensure that the banquet area maintains all necessary supplies. Conference and banqueting staff may also be required to undertake other duties, depending upon the client's requirements.

Conference and Banqueting Manager Duties

Conference managers are involved in planning events with clients and coordinating with other venue staff to make the event happen. They ensure that functions run within budget while maintaining a high standard of customer service. During an event, the manager's responsibilities in the conference area include supervising staff, handling customer complaints and conferring with the client to ensure that the event runs smoothly and on schedule. Recruitment, training, rostering and completing payroll summaries for service staff are also part of the manager's duties.

How to Disassemble an Old Pool Table for Disposal

While having a pool table in your home can be a major convenience for those who love the game, disposing of a pool table when it gets old and worn out can pose a major challenge. Most wooden pool tables are quite heavy and difficult to maneuver when they are in one piece. With a few basic tools though, a pool table can be disassembled so that it is ready for removal and disposal.

Instructions

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Take off all of the pockets. To remove the pockets from the table, use a flathead screwdriver to pry the screws fastening the pockets to the wood.

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Remove the bolts from the underside of each of the pool table's rails with a socket wrench. The size of the bolts varies from table to table, so you must first test the bolts against different socket heads to determine the necessary size.

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Pull the rails off of the table. If you can see one visible connection point in the center of each side rail, the rails should come off in two U-shaped pieces at either end. If the visible connection points are at each corner of the table, the rails should come off in four individual pieces.

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Flip the entire unit over if the rails do not come off. Some pool tables are designed so that the rails screw together on the bottom or have some other type of latching system. If this is the case, remove the screws or unlatch the rails and pull them apart.

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Pry any staples that are holding the felt in place from the edges of the table. If no staples are visible, the felt is likely just glued in place. Gently peel the felt upwards to remove it from the table and expose the screws that are holding the top of the pool table to the wooden frame.

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Take out any screws that you see. Several screws may be used to hold the top in place or a total of four screws, one at each corner, may be used. If you do not see any screws, look for small plastic or plaster coverings that hide the screws. Use a hammer and screwdriver to remove any coverings and then remove the screws from the table top. Once the screws have been removed, take the top off of the pool table.

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Turn the wooden frame of the pool table onto its side. Remove the screws that are holding each of the table legs in place, then remove the legs from the table. The disassembled pool table is now ready for disposal.

How to Convert T-Scores to Percentiles

T-Scores are mostly used on standardized psychological tests and some medical tests. The scores are designed so that a score of 50 is considered average and the standard deviation is 10. These scores are easily converted into other standardized measurements. You may use a standardized score conversion chart to convert T-scores to percentiles for example. These charts are widely available online and make the conversion a simple task that anyone may perform.

Instructions

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Open a score conversion table in your Internet browser (see Resources).

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Locate the line that shows the T-score you wish to convert.

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Trace the line to the percentile column to see the corresponding percentile.

How to Convert Cubic Inches to Metric

The cubic inch is a measurement of volume in the imperial system. If you work with an international corporation, you may be required to report your volume measurements using metric units such as cubic millimeters, cubic centimeters or cubic meters. If you know the conversion factors for these units, converting becomes a breeze.

Instructions

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Multiply the volume in cubic inches by 16,387.064 to convert to cubic millimeters. For example, if you have 19 cubic inches, multiply 19 by 16387.064 to get 311,354.22 cubic millimeters.

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Multiply the volume in cubic inches by 16.387064 to convert to cubic centimeters. For example, if you have 19 cubic inches, multiply 19 by 16.387064 to get 311.35 cubic centimeters.

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Multiply the number of cubic inches by 0.016387 to convert to liters. For example, if you have 19 cubic inches, multiply 19 by 0.016387 to get 0.31135 liters.

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Multiply the number of cubic inches by 16.3870 to convert to milliliters. For example, if you have 19 cubic inches, multiply 19 by 16.3870 to get 311.35 ml.

How to Convert Grams to Metric

When measuring mass in the metric system, the standard unit of measurement is the gram. The other measures of mass in the metric system are milligram, centigram, decigram and kilogram. All of these measurement types can be converted into the gram measurement with some basic math. When attempting to convert a unit of measurement, a calculator can prove a valuable tool in that it can simplify and speed up the process of working the math behind the conversion.

Instructions

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Multiply the amount of grams you want to convert to milligrams by 1,000. The solution is the conversion amount.

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Multiply the amount of grams you want to convert to centigrams by 100. This will complete the conversion.

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Multiply the amount of grams you want converted to decigrams by 10. The result is the final conversion.

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Multiply the amount of grams you want to convert to kilograms by .0001 to obtain the correct conversion amount.

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Multiply the amount of grams by .03527 to convert to ounces, the unit of mass in the US customary system.

Proper Dining Room Table Setting

Whether you're serving an elaborate four-course dinner on your best china to twenty of your closest friends, or just a simple family dinner on a Tuesday night, setting the dining table properly is a welcome touch. In addition to demonstrating your style and manners, a proper table setting also helps the meal go smoothly. Does this Spark an idea?

Importance

If you've ever accidentally sipped from your neighbor's water glass during a dinner party, you know the importance of properly setting the table. When the utensils and glasses are placed on the table correctly, diners can be confident that the knife they are using or the water glass they're drinking from is meant for them. A proper table setting is also designed to help diners use the correct utensil for each course. Utensils should be placed in order of use, from the outside in, so the dinner fork, the last one to be used, is closest to the dinner plate.

Casual Meals

How to set a dining room properly depends on the formality of the meal. For a casual meal, place the fork and napkin on the left of the plate, and the knife and spoon to the right of the plate, in that order. The drinking glasses go above the knife and spoon and the bread and butter plate, if necessary, above the fork. However, with a casual meal, you can also get creative with the utensil placement. For example, if you want to fold the napkin creatively and place the utensils in the folded cloth on top of the plate, that is acceptable.

Formal Meals

If you are serving a formal meal for a holiday or dinner party, the proper dining room table setting is far more elaborate. The general placement of the utensils is the same, with forks on the left and knives and spoons on the right. However, in a formal setting, everything should be evenly spaced on the table, with the centerpiece in the exact center of the table and all of the place settings and utensils evenly balanced. Formal dining table settings also require more utensils than a casual meal; for example, if you are offering a fish course, the fish fork goes on the left, then the salad fork and dinner fork. If you're serving a shellfish course, the oyster fork goes on the right, next to the soup spoon. Depending on how many courses and what you are serving, a formal place setting includes dinner, fish, salad and butter knives--always placed with the cutting blades facing the dinner plate. The formal place setting also includes a charger, or decorative plate that holds the first course, and up to five glasses for water, wine, champagne, and sherry.

General Rules

In general, the way you set the table for a meal depends on what you are serving and the space available. For example, if you aren't serving fish or shellfish, you do not need to include the special utensils for those courses. For a casual meal, you can serve salad on the dinner plate if the main entree does not include sauce; the same rule applies to bread. Avoid placing more than three of any type of utensil on the table at once, with the exception of the oyster fork. Bring the utensils in with the fourth course if necessary.

How to Create a Front & Back Table Tent

For an effective way to advertise a yard sale or a concert, to share interesting or fun facts with customers at their tables, or to designate seating at a wedding or a conference, make table tents. Table tents take up very little space and are convenient to transport and set up. By changing the font and printing on different types of paper, table tents can be business-like, elegantly formal, or whimsical. With the help of a free template, two-sided table tents are only a few clicks away.

Instructions

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Download the Microsoft Office table tent template. Follow the instructions as you are prompted. When the download is complete, Microsoft Word will automatically open with the table tent template visible.

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Click and drag your mouse to highlight the various sections of text in the template. When a section is highlighted, type your own information as you wish it to appear on the table tent. Use the tool bars at the top of the screen to change the style, size and color of the font if desired.

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Save your work every so often by clicking on the Save icon at the top left corner of the screen -- it looks like a small blue floppy disk. Alternately, save by using the keyboard shortcut CRTL-S . When you are prompted, give your file a name and chose to which folder or location on you computer you would like to save it.

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Print the templates.

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Cut each sheet in half along the long center line with scissors or a paper cutter. Fold each half along the short center line so that the print is facing out. Fold each end in along the lines as indicated. Staple or glue the ends together to form a base. Display the table tents as desired.

How to Extend an Oval Glass Dining Table

A glass dining table can be a refreshing addition to any home, especially when it can be extended. Some glass dining tables include detached extender leaves made of glass. Others include extender leaves of wood or composite material. You can also find extendable glass dining tables that include slide-out panels that are tucked neatly into compartments just beneath the table at either end. Does this Spark an idea?

Instructions

Detached Leaf

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Separate the table at its center. You may be able to pull one side to effect this; or you might need a second pair of hands so each of you can pull one-half of the oval table.

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Lay the leaf neatly into the space between the two table halves. Be sure the outside edges of the leaf are flush with the outside edges of the table's top halves.

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Re-close the table by sliding the two halves back toward the newly-placed center leaf.

Slide-Out Leaves

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Look just beneath the table top at each end of the table to spy the pull-out leaves.

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Ease each leaf out from beneath the table until it is fully revealed.

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Pull the leaf gently upward, allowing it to become flush with the table top.

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Release the pressure on the leaf. You should hear it snap or click into place.

Design a Pool Table Room

A pool room should be a comfortable place to play pool where one can move about freely. A pool room can be set up in a number of ways to capitalize on certain elements, including natural light, views, available space, as well as the pre-existing home's construction. Learning to design a pool room is a simple as having a pencil, some pieces of paper and a scale or ruler. Does this Spark an idea?

Draw a Plan

Draw a floor plan. Think of a plan as if it were cutting through the middle of the wall on the ground floor. The plan is a view from above of the layout of your walls, floor and movement patterns. Draw to scale. Include the measurements of the length and width of your walls using a scale or ruler. Next, draw the pool table in the plan, from above, using the correct dimensions of the table. The absolute minimum size for a pool table room would be 12 by 16 feet. A larger and more comfortable size would be around 20 by 30 feet. Draw the basic rectangular shape of the room and any of its corridors or closets into your existing house plan to scale. Use tracing paper to design the room.

If you are putting an addition onto the house, use the separately drawn floor plan of your house to relate the new room to your house in scale. This also helps to make sure the new room is added in the most appropriate place.

Draw Sections and Elevations

When a wall is drawn from the inside of a house it is called a section. A section should cut a room in half down the middle. It should show the wall standing upright in two dimensions.

If the room is new construction, decide where the closets and windows will go. Natural lighting can bring an added dimension to the room. Use a skylight to let in more light. Windows may take a variety of rectangular shapes and positions on your wall.

An elevation is what the room or house looks like from the outside. An elevation is also two-dimensional and shows the wall from the outside standing upright. On the elevation, match the outside wall treatment, or faade, to the home's existing faade in most cases. Draw with a ruler using lines to draw openings, doors and patterns which represent the style of wall treatment. These drawings will help you visualize the appearance of the pool room.

Design the Interior

Decide what the walls will look like. Use a unique approach such as hardwood walls, interesting wallpaper, a preferred paint color or a combination of these. Decide on the dcor of the room. Sometimes, themes help. Here are some types of themes that would work well in a pool room: Southwestern, bar-ish, contemporary using interesting wallpaper, minimalist, psychedelic, nature, Caribbean, African, Oriental or artistic. Use a combination of new items and things that you already have as decorations for the new room. Match colors. There are colors that naturally work well together. Find interesting furniture that suits the mood. An elevated table with bar stools assists in the fluidity of the act of playing pool. Draw the furniture to scale into the floor plan. Make notes on the section of certain wall treatment preferences. All that is needed for the interior decor planning is a floor plan and a section showing each wall.

How to Convert Square Foot to Linear Foot

A square foot is the unit of area used in the United States and some other countries, while a linear foot is the unit of length. Apparently the direct conversion between area and length is not possible until you add the second dimension to the unit of length. Consider the following example: wooden planks are often priced and sold using linear foot units. Calculate how many wooden planks are needed to make a fence that is 20 feet by 1.5 feet.

Instructions

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Multiply the dimensions of the fence to calculate its area in square feet.
Area = 20 x 1.5 = 30 square feet.

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Obtain the plank width (typically in inches) from specifications or elsewhere. Divide it by 12 to calculate it in feet. Note that the width is the second dimension that will allow the conversion. For example, the width is 1.5 inches, that is, 1.5 / 12 = 0.125 linear feet.

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Divide the area (Step 1) by the width (Step 2) to convert square feet to linear feet. In our example, area (square feet) = 30 / 0.125 = 240 linear feet.

How to Set a Place at a Dining Table

Dinner is the time of day to take a break and do something pleasant in pleasant company. Setting an attractive table increases everyone's enjoyment of the food. Teach children to set the table at an early age. It is a way they can truly be helpful at a busy time of the day. Allowing young children to select any item they choose for the centerpiece of the family dinner is a fun way to allow them to be creative. For a family dinner with young children, dinosaurs and dolls are as appropriate as fresh flowers. Does this Spark an idea?

Instructions

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Center the plate on the table in front of the chair 1 inch from the edge of the table. If service plates are used, they are placed on the table with a smaller plate for the first course on top. Service plates are extra-large plates that go under the salad plates and soup bowls that are used for the first courses. You remove them before you serve the main course.

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Place knives and spoons to the right of the plate. Forks are placed on the left. Place the items your guests will use first on the outside. For example, if the meal will consist of a salad course, a soup course, a main course and cake you would have a salad fork on the left, then a dinner fork and a dessert fork. On the right side you would have a soup spoon on the outside and a dinner knife on the inside. The blade of knife should face the plate.

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Fold the napkin into a slim rectangle and place it to the left of the silverware. You may also place the napkin on the dinner plate. You may use napkin rings with the napkin in either position.

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Place a salad plate on the left side above the forks, if you serve salad with the main course. You may place a small bread and butter plate on the right above the forks when you are serving salad as a separate course or not serving salad. You can place small butter spreader along the top of the bread plate. Remove these plates when you remove the main course plates, before you serve the dessert.

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Place glasses on the right side above the spoon. If you are using more than one glass, the glasses should be in a diagonal line, with the outside glass closest to the edge of the table. This allows the guest to reach all her glasses without knocking any over.

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Place coffee cups on the diner's right with the handle facing out. Place the spoon on the saucer behind the cup with the spoon handle pointing out. Do not place the cups on the table until just before you serve the coffee.