How often should you oil a snooker cue?

Occasionally, (3-6 months depending on the amount you play) treat the cue with raw linseed oil. Wipe cue down with a damp cloth and dry.

How many coats of linseed oil on a snooker cue?

We repeat steps 2 to 7 until we have a minimum of 3 coats. Clean and buff your cue into the future to ensure that grime, oils and dirt don't get a chance to ruin that beautiful feel and shine of your cue after all this effort.

Should you polish a snooker cue?

Whether you are an amateur or a professional your cue should be cleaned after every match at the least. If you are playing multiple frames then it needs to be cleaned after every session as a minimum and also have a method to clean as you go so so your cue shaft stays nice and clean and smooth.

How long does a snooker cue last?

If you are playing every day you might change the tip every three or four weeks but if there is a gap it could last longer. I've had the same cue for about the last three years or so.

What oil is best for a snooker cue?

Occasionally, (3-6 months depending on the amount you play) treat the cue with raw linseed oil. Wipe cue down with a damp cloth and dry. Do not use a lot of water or this can cause the cue to swell. Apply oil onto cue with a cloth or paper towel, leave overnight to soak in.

Finishing a Snooker Cue - Oiling Process

What is the best finish for a snooker cue?

Boiled Linseed, Danish, Tung and many other finishing oils are fine to use. Each has it's own characteristics with regards to drying time, water resistance, durability etc.. As long as it's a drying oil, it will do the job.

What size tip do professional snookers use?

Professional snookers players prefer tip sizes of around 9-11mm which offer great ball feel and control on larger tables using 2 1/16 inch balls.

Should snooker cue be heavy or light?

Pool, snooker and billiard cues range from 17 ounces to 21 ounces, and we recommend a cue between 17 to 19 ounces for snooker and standard English and Australian pool playing. A heavier cue (between 20-21 ounces) is often recommended for American Pool as the balls and table are bigger.

Should snooker cue tips be hard or soft?

A harder tip has a slightly better hit efficiency (energy transfer) than a softer tip. This will result in slightly more CB speed for a given stroke speed. This can provide a slight advantage for draw shots, where, where slightly more CB speed will retain slightly more backspin on the way to the OB.

Can you wax a snooker cue?

Ensure the Cue is clean, and free from grime & dirt. Using a soft cotton cloth, apply a small amount of the Legends Cue Zest Wax to the Cue. Leave to dry for 15-25 minutes for best results. When Wax is dry, remove any excess with a clean Microfibre cloth.

Can you use furniture polish on snooker cue?

Yes, furniture polish! Just spray a little along the cue and then wipe like you would a piece of furniture! Simple, but effective.

Why is snooker cue so expensive?

There is a big difference in the manufacture process. Making a Hand-spliced cue is a longer process and often involves extra splicing and includes more exotic woods. The cheapest cues that many suppliers sell are not spliced at all and are in fact painted to look like they are spliced.

Is one coat of boiled linseed oil enough?

Painted, varnished or waxed wood will therefore need to be cleaned and/or stripped to bare wood before proceeding with linseed oil application. The surface must be sanded and dusted to ensure good penetration. Typically, three coats at 12 to 24 hour intervals are sufficient.

What grit sandpaper for snooker cue tip?

Lightly sand the ferrule and tip edge with ultra-fine-grit sandpaper (600+ grit) or emery paper to make sure everything is smooth and clean.

How tight should you hold a snooker cue?

You HOLD the cue, gently cradling it with your index finger or second finger, closing the hold with your thumb. ​The classic analogy is to pretend that the cue is actually a small bird. You want to hold it tight enough that it does not fly away, but you don't want to hurt or kill it, even through the entire shot.

How can you tell a good snooker cue?

The best quality snooker cues are made of maple wood or ash wood. There are many other types of woods which you can choose from, including rosewood and snakewood which are used in more luxurious cues. Different types of wood will have different grain lines, colours and feel.

Why not use a snooker cue in pool?

Whilst English pool and Snooker cues offer more in the way of control and precision, they are not cut out to the vastly increased weight and forces experienced when playing with the larger and heavier 2 1/4" cue balls used in American pool.

What is the most popular Snooker cue tip?

Medium-hard tips

This is the most common cue tip, and it gives players a good balance of cue ball control and consistency. Medium-hard tips also require less maintenance than soft tips. Most beginning and intermediate players will benefit from the medium-hard tip.

Should snooker tip be medium or hard?

Also, a softer tip can leave more chalk marks which can lead to more kicks so that's something to keep in mind. I'm personally not a fan of the loud clack sound that's emitted from a hard tip so would opt for a soft-medium tip. Some may prefer the louder, crisper sound that comes with a hard tip.

Is blue or green chalk better for snooker?

Chalk! Why is snooker chalk blue? Actually, there are loads of different colours for chalk – but blue has been a standard colour since the year dot.

Does an expensive snooker cue make a difference?

Absolutely it will make a difference. More importantly, however, you must get used to whatever cue you play with and do not try to play with another. Stephen Hendry famously played with a cheap cue for most of his career, until it was broken, but he played even better when he had to use a better one.

How do I stop my snooker cue from warping?

Moisture is one of the main causes of cue warping. Hard cases give better protection than soft cases. Store your case upright, not lying down. If it's a soft case, hang it on a nail in your closet.