Why are snooker cues made of ash?

The two kinds of wood most used in the manufacture of billiard cues are Maple and Ash. The reason is simple: they absorb shocks well, are very rigid and very resistant. If the maple is used more for Pool cues, ash, more expensive, is more typical of good Snooker cues.

Why is ash used for snooker cues?

ASH OR MAPLE

The biggest difference is the playability. Maple is a dense wood so has a more solid feel when striking the cue ball and as a result it does tend to have more cue ball deflection with side. Ash is less dense and has more flex through the shaft which is important for applying spin a bit more easily.

Is ash's snooker cue good?

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.

Is ash wood good for a pool cue?

Ash is by far the most popular wood used for English Pool, Snooker and Billiard Cues. Maple was traditionally the only wood used for American pool cues.

What are professional snooker cues made of?

Good quality pool cues are customarily made from straight-grained hard rock maple wood, especially the shaft. Snooker cues, by contrast, are almost always made of ash wood, although one might come across one with a maple shaft. Maple is stiffer than ash, and cheaper.

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What snooker cue does Judd Trump use?

Judd Trump uses a John Parris cue.

What is the best make of snooker cue?

Peradon cues are of the highest quality and Peradon have more experience than anyone and Peradon are the oldest cue makers in the world, so if they don't know how to do it no one does. So if you're looking to buy a quality snooker cue then you can't go wrong choosing a Peradon Cue.

What is the disadvantage of ash wood?

Like teak, ash wood has open grains, which is a disadvantage if you want an ultra-smooth furniture texture. Although it is moisture and shock resistant, ash wood is susceptible to insects and fungus when exposed to soil. This makes the material unsuitable for outdoor furniture pieces.

Which is better Ash or oak?

If you're looking for a natural floor with lighter, more neutral hues, Ash may be the best wood for you. If you want a floor with more warmth and color, Red Oak can fill the bill. And if you're looking for a floor with less prominent grain that can complement any design scheme, White Oak is an excellent candidate.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Why is snooker cloth green?

ACCORDING to the Hamlyn Encyclopaedia of Snooker the game was originally played on grass (?!) "so when the game was brought indoors and played on a table, the green cloth was used so as to make the playing surface look like grass."

Why is snooker chalk green?

Originally the chalk used was white, but this made such a mess of the playing surface that the green and blue Chalks were introduced, which were not so noticeable on the green playing surface of the Billiard Cloth.

What's more expensive ash or oak?

Like most other woods, ash comes in a range of grades and is priced according to grade and quality. An extremely hard wood, there is a tendency in commonly available ash wood flooring for colours to be on the light side. As well as this, ash is typically more expensive than oak.

Which is more expensive ash or oak?

Hardwoods are very affordable. The price of a square meter of Ash or Oak is virtually the same, although Ash can be slightly cheaper to buy and is preferred by many to Oak.

Why is ash wood so popular?

Ash wood (fraxinus) is strong, dense, lighter in colour than oak and smooth to the touch. It takes gluing, stains and polishes well, making it popular for woodworking projects. Less prized than oak and more physically appealing than beechwood, Ash is a great middle-ground for many tasks.

Is Ash a toxic wood?

Wood ash is considered to be a hazardous chemical in accordance with OSHA classification criteria.

Is wood ash harmful to humans?

Traditional wood ash that is produced in small volumes in fireplaces in the home is generally not harmful unless inhaled. However, homes that rely on wood-burning fires for heat, light, or for cooking can have higher levels of indoor air pollution which is harmful for human health.

Why is ash wood so strong?

Because of being a hardwood with a large porous structure, the density of Ash wood is so much higher than most of the woods and that is also the reason to consider Ash wood as a hardwood. The pores in the wood grain of Ash wood control the spread by allowing the Ash wood grain to become harder and denser.

What is the best weight for a snooker cue?

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.

What cue weight do snooker pros use?

Most players these days use cues which weigh at least 17 or 18 ounces. Some of the three-quarter cues are a bit heavier, like Barry Hawkins' which is over 19 ounces. He's had it for a long time, it's a very reliable cue which has stood him in good stead.

Is a heavy snooker cue better?

In general, a lighter cue will allow more control over finesse shots, and a heavier cue will allow more cue ball (CB) speed with less apparent stroke effort. A heavier cue might also be easier for some people to keep on line during the stroke, but this is a very individual thing.