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October 06, 2022

When Was Billiards Invented? Exploring the Sport’s Rich History

At Blatt Billiards, we know that billiards is more than just a game, and as such, its history is an important part of our lives.

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David Roeder

October 04, 2022

A How-To Guide of Billiards Trick Shots

When you first start playing pool, your primary goal is to learn the ins and outs of the game while improving your skills. As you become more comfortable with the game

David Roeder

September 16, 2022

Can You Keep a Pool Table Outside?

When you have a covered patio or garage, you may be tempted to put a pool table outside in one of these locations. While you are free to place your pool table anywhere you like, there is some essential information you need to know before doing so.

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David Roeder

August 17, 2022

How Much Do Professional Pool Players Make?

Most people enjoy playing pool for fun with friends and family. Yet, if you think you are exceptional at the sport, you could make money as a professional pool player

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David Roeder

August 11, 2022

Foosball Table Buyer’s Guide

Foosball has been around since 1921 when the first patent was issued to Harold Searles Thornton from the United Kingdom.1 Since that time, the game has spread to other countries where it has developed almost somewhat simultaneously. While most people enjoy foosball for a family game night or friendly competition,...

David Roeder

August 11, 2022

Shuffleboard Table Buyer’s Guide

Buying a shuffleboard table is a major investment that requires spotting the difference between high-quality and cheap tables. Therefore, we have put together this buyer’s guide to help you choose the best shuffleboard table. It contains a lot of useful information about shuffleboard tables and determining the difference between tables...

David Roeder

July 29, 2022

How Often Should You Refelt a Pool Table?

You should replace the felt on your pool table every two to five years if you play pool four or more times a week. If you only play pool occasionally, then your pool felt can last between five and fifteen years. However

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David Roeder

July 17, 2022

What Is the Best Color Felt for a Pool Table?

Pool table felt or cloth is essential to playing pool. The felt makes up the entire playing surface and extends up the sides to the rails. The quality of the felt affects how well the balls move when struck. It also influences how often you have to replace the cloth.

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David Roeder

July 11, 2022

What Are English Billiards Rules?

Billiards can refer to several different types of games played on a billiards or pool table. A specific number of balls, cue balls, and cue sticks are used to play these games. The most popular billiards game most people know is 8-ball, a pool game.

David Roeder

June 17, 2022

How Much Does It Cost to Restore a Pool Table?

There are many factors that determine how much it costs to restore a pool table to its original condition. Deciding whether to invest in pool table repair services versus buying a new table requires understanding what is involved in pool table restoration and whether it is worth it.

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David Roeder

May 17, 2022

Who Is the Best Pool Player in the World?

Pool and billiards games are enjoyed around the world by many people. The love of the game led to the first official billiards championship game back in 1870 in England, where William Cook beat John Roberts

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David Roeder

May 10, 2022

How Much Does It Cost to Resurface a Pool Table?

Most handcrafted, professional pool tables last a lifetime. However, the cloth or felt on the pool table does wear out long before the pool table. As such, pool table owners will need to re-cloth or refelt their pool tables multiple times. Signs Pool Table Resurfacing Is Needed The appearance of...

David Roeder

May 10, 2022

How to Play Straight Pool

When you are getting bored with 8-ball or 9-ball pool and are looking for a new pool game, you should consider playing straight pool. Straight pool was created from another pocket billiards game called continuous pool to make it more challenging.

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