However, tables that are specially crafted with unique designs and serve as more than just a generic table will have a higher price tag. Basic tables that are often used in restaurants and bars are functional but are usually not as expensive. The style of the table also plays a role in its price. Generally, smaller tables will be more inexpensive than larger tables because the larger the size, the higher the production costs and the more materials needed. However, billiards tables can vary in size to fit the needs of different customers and room sizes. In addition, tables that are made up of higher quality materials in the legs, cabinet, and bumpers are usually more expensive and tend to last longer than lower priced tables.Ī regulation table used in tournaments is 4.5 feet by 9 feet. Therefore, tables made up of slate tend to be priced more highly. Slate is more durable than MDF and is more expensive to source. MDF is a wood-based material that is lightweight and more affordable than slate. The material underneath the felt on the table is usually made up of MDF (medium-density fibreboard) or slate. The top of the table is covered with a green cloth/felt that allows balls to glide smoothly across the surface.Ī table can cost anywhere from $700 to $3000 depending on various factors, including the material of the table, size, and the style. Tables have six pockets, including one in each of the four corners and two on each long side of the table. The tables used for billiards are similar to the ones used for both pool and snooker.
Depending on the producer and the demands of the customer, the price of the cue can vary significantly. Customers also can order specific designs on their cues to make them unique.
These are generally the most expensive cues since customers specify the materials, size, tip, and butt that they want. The final type of cue sticks are custom cues. The tips of American cues are unique in that they are made of plastic and are larger with a diameter of about 0.5 inches. These cues have a typical length of 57 to 58 inches and are commonly composed of maple wood. They also have an extra butt at the back end of the stick and are often made up of ash wood. These sticks usually measure around 57 inches in length and often have a brass tip that is 0.3 to 0.4 inches in diameter. Hybrid cue sticks are similar to fiberglass cues but have a unique production process with more cuts that makes the cues more durable.Īnother type of stick is the English cue. Fiberglass cues are generally lightweight, durable, and are commonly used by players at the beginner or intermediate levels. As the game has evolved, fiberglass has became a popular choice for cue sticks because it is less expensive than wood. Some common woods used in the cues include ivory and pine while some cues are composed of exotic woods such as cocobolo and Brazilian rosewood. The majority of cue sticks are made of wood. At the end of each cue stick is the ferrule, or the tip, which often has a diameter of about 0.5 inches. Depending on the type of stick along with the quality of the materials and the manufacturer, cues can range in price from less than $50 to over $1000.Ĭue sticks can be made up of different materials including wood, fiberglass, or a hybrid of materials. A typical cue stick measures about 58 inches in length. These are used to shoot the balls on the billiards table. An essential piece of equipment for billiards are cue sticks.
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