Billiards and Pool

In English Billiards, there are two white balls (one normally has spots on it to distinguish it from the other one) and one red ball.

A championship pool table can vary in size depending on the venue and format. Typically for professional 9 ball tournaments the tables used are Brunswick Gold Crown and Diamond. The table size used in these tournaments are 4.5 feet x 9 feet. It is important to note that "professional" style tables tend to use Simonis cloth that has a higher thread count than the average home or bar table. The reason this is important is because it significantly increases the speed that the cue ball and object balls travel on the playing surface.

However , most league tournaments (in the APA for example) tend to be played on Valley Bar Boxes and are 3.5 feet x 7 feet. These tables are more "forgiving" because the average shot typically travels a shorter distance and the pockets tend to be easier to make shots in. Professional tables have tighter pockets and a longer ledge where the rails meet the pockets. This can and typically will result in more balls hanging in the pocket.

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The surface of a pool table is made from quarried slate, which is blueish gray rock that splits quite naturally into big, flat segments. It is then covered in cloth and surrounded by rubberized cushions.

Personal experience has shown washing a pool table felt on HAND WASH cycle (if available on your washer) with minimum detergent & cold water works. Do not use fabric softener. Dry on low heat. Better to dry for longer on a low temp. No dryer sheets!

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ADD: Again a basic answer that is technically incorrect. The cue ball just needs to be identifiable from the other balls. The cue ball is the ball that you strike with your cue stick. In many games the cue ball will change during the game.

Also, with the advent of "larger" cue balls in coin operated tables at pubs, many players will use one of the like sized and weighted balls from the playing set rather than the white cue ball.

How the balls are racked depends upon the game being played and the rules in use.

For 8 Ball, APA and BCA rules are different. Both require the 6 ball in center. APA has no other requirement. BCA requires that the 2 rear corners be 1 stripe and 1 solid. It is customary, but not required, under both rules for the 1 ball to be at the apex.

For Straight Pool, the 1 ball must be to the far right corner and the 5 ball to the far left corner.

A wooden or laminate surface of the proper siize needs to be purchased from a woodworker or a supplier such as Home Depot, Lowes or other lumber supply. The contact side should be lined with felt or other fabric to prevent damage to the pool table. The weight alone is sufficent to kepp it in place after laying it across the pool table.

Replacing pool table felt is very definitely a matter of "you get what you pay for". The price of pool table cloth can range from $90 to $400. The labor price to re-surface and cover the play area and the rails is typically in the $250-$300 range. So, the total price will be $350 to $700 depending upon the size, the quality of the cloth, and the experience of the installer.

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The first known billiards tables were made in the 1420's. The first use of the leather cue tip, which alloed cue ball control for the first time, drastically changing the game, was in the 1820's.

Thank would very much depend on the condition, size and the location of your pool table. 1. Condition Well if it's missing more than a leg and every ball you've got is rolling down in a particular direction, it will typically raise several question that begins with "why... is this broken?" 2. Size Assuming you've gotten yourself a pool table that does not cost anything close to a standard pool table we'd find in pubs, virutally endless number of questions can arise out of it, beginning with "wtf is this is a pool table" to "how am I going to hit a ball at this size". 3. Location Rather than looking at a pool table's size and condition, most people would have question about its location more than anything else. Anything from "but isn't this is swimming pool...?" to "How to..... play.... can't breathe.... no oxygen..?" So all in all, since even an ordinary pool table in perfect condition, size and location can have a question: "why isn't anyone playing on it...?", I'd say the answer to your question is: from 1 to infinity. Cheers! SL Thank would very much depend on the condition, size and the location of your pool table. 1. Condition Well if it's missing more than a leg and every ball you've got is rolling down in a particular direction, it will typically raise several question that begins with "why... is this broken?" 2. Size Assuming you've gotten yourself a pool table that does not cost anything close to a standard pool table we'd find in pubs, virutally endless number of questions can arise out of it, beginning with "wtf is this is a pool table" to "how am I going to hit a ball at this size". 3. Location Rather than looking at a pool table's size and condition, most people would have question about its location more than anything else. Anything from "but isn't this is swimming pool...?" to "How to..... play.... can't breathe.... no oxygen..?" So all in all, since even an ordinary pool table in perfect condition, size and location can have a question: "why isn't anyone playing on it...?", I'd say the answer to your question is: from 1 to infinity. Cheers! SL

The pool table slate is not fused together. The most common material for filling the seams is beeswax. Each piece of slate is attached to the table foundation by use of screws. From the surface, this gives the appearance of being fused.

The slate has no resale value for pool tables, except to someone who has badly damaged slate (from dropping it, etc.). Most landscapers use slate regularly and are equipped to handle it. If it cannot be sold as replacement pool table slate (it must be in excellent condition of course and a matched set), the major landscaper is the best customer.

A Brunswick Blake Collender table can be from the mid 1800's up to about 1930. Most have no significant value. They can range in value from $1000 to $10,000 depending upon the model and condition.

I am not an expert but I thought I would comment as I am wondering what the answer is to your question. Like you I have a 6' Valley pool table in my house. It has been passed on from my dad who bought it from a local bar that was closing around 1975. I have reserched these tables quite a bit and I have found out that the first coin operated tables came from Valley but they were not built until around 1965. If you search for Valley company history you will find the story of how Earl Feddick was the inventor and builder of the first Valley coin op tables. I can assure you that my table was hand made. When I remove my slate and look inside all the guts of the table are wood and were cut and made by hand. As far as the value of the table, I have been told not much. For some reason I have a hard time beleiving that. One other thing that I thought was interesting, my table has a serial number on one end and above the serial number is a plate that says patent pending. I assume that means that at the time of production there was not a patent for coin op tables. Hope this helps.

Producers heed the cues of the marketplace to align their products and services with consumer demand, ensuring they meet the needs and preferences of their target audience. By responding to market signals, such as trends, pricing, and competition, they can optimize their offerings, increase sales, and enhance profitability. Additionally, staying attuned to the marketplace helps producers anticipate changes and adapt strategies, ultimately fostering long-term success and sustainability.

A custom cue is typically handmade. It will have design, a handwrap, tip(s), and balance specifically requested by the person purchasing the cue. Even the joint work and butt are typically by request. Other choices include types of wood, types of inlays, shaft characteristics, length, and weight.

A good custom cue can both add to a player's confidence, and can intimidate some opponents.

The playable surface is underlaid with either Slate (a type of granite); either 1 piece or three pieces OR MDF (a type of man made wood).

Covered with Felt (a type of nap cloth). Bumpers are made of urethane rubber, covered with felt. The rest of the table is made with anything from stone, wood, to plastic and metal.

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It doesn't matter as long as it is properly secured. Most people must transport it laying flat, horizontally, simply because it is difficult to secure it properly otherwise. Held vertically, concern can be of chipping (slate chips easily) and it moving in any direction - in addition to chipping the slate can injure or kill someone in a vehicle. The hazards are reduced in most vehicles by laying it flat.

The ball size does not change for pool tables from 6 foot to 9 foot.. Smaller than 6 foot is generally in the "toy" category and would use a smaller ball. Purchase a standard set of pool balls, which are 2 1/4 inches in diameter.

Based on your product description, the HS code for slate for billiard tables is 6803.00.

This classification was performed by 3ceonline.com.

Elfren Bata Reyes is one.

The best player in the world currently would undoubtedly be Blomdahl. The player who won the 2008 World Championship is Manzetti. The best player ever is open to debate but some would say Raymond Ceuleman who is still playing even though he is a little older.

Depends how big the garage is! Chances are it WILL fit but there wont be enough room around the sides to play shots

I have to be honest and not quite sure what your question is here :) but here are some basics.

Cues are either 1 or 2 pieces. A one piece cue is mainly used as a "house cue", the kind you see on the walls of bars that look like if you add a paddle at the end you could jump into a canoe. However most pool and billiards enthusiasts, both casual and higher level players use 2-piece cues as they are easier to transport and from a design and function they are better and there are more choices.

Standard cue lengths are 58-60" with most people playing with 59". There are 5 main components to a cue: the butt, the joint, the shaft, the ferrule and the tip. There are what are called production cues which you will find on-line or in pool and billiard supply retail stores quite easily. Two piece production cues can range in price from under $20 all the way up to roughly $1000 or so. There are also "custom cues" made from individual cue makers. Custom Cues are a mix of art and function. To learn more about the work of custom cue makers I suggest you look at "The Blue Book of Cues". It is in it's 3rd edition and can be found easily for under $30. For those not familiar with this aspect of the sport it is a real eye opener. Custom cues can range in price from $200 to tens of thousands with the average being over $1000.

Hope that helps :)