What felt should I use for my pool table?
worsted wool
The felt that is used in professional pool tables and is seen as the best option, is called worsted wool. Worsted refers to the fact that the fibers of the wool during the spinning process is undone from impurities by combing. It creates a smooth yarn, and in this case surface for your pool table.
Does pool table felt matter?
For the most part, the color of the felt on a pool table isn’t going to make a huge difference to how you play the game, but if you want your pool table to look good in the space you have for it, then felt color makes a big difference.
What is the difference between felt and pool table felt?
The first thing to know is that billiard fabric is called by many different names such as pool table felt, pool table cloth, billiard felt, pool felt, billiard cloth, a green, a cover, etc. These names all refer to the same type of product much the same as whether you call your table a pool table or billiard table.
How do I know if my pool table needs new felt?
If the cloth feels bristly, like beard stubble, or if it’s easy to pick pieces of fuzz and lint off the table, then it’s time to consider a replacement. Also consider a replacement if the felt responds to pressure from your hand with movement or bunching.
What color pool table felt is best?
Many people have asked me, “what’s the best felt color to put on my pool table?” From the point of view of a serious pool or billiards player, green billiard cloth has been the best choice to play on. The reason being, the color green is supposedly the easiest on the players’ eyes.
How do you measure a pool table for felt?
To measure a pool table for a new felt while assembled, simply measure the distance between the points of the cushions at the shortest width of the table. It’s important that your measurement is from the inside points of the cushions, and not under the cushion or behind the cushion.