Cue Shafts Explained: Taper, Deflection, and Materials
Matt Graham
Estimated Read Time: 7 mins | Updated: December 12, 2025
The shaft is the business end of a pool cue, and it has more influence over f...
Matt Graham
Matt Graham
Soft vs. Hard Cue Cases: Which One Should You Buy?
Matt Graham
Estimated Read Time: 7 mins | Updated: December 9, 2025
Your case isn’t just a bag—it’s insurance for your shafts, joints, and tips. T...
How to Use a Bow-Tie Cue Tip Tool
Matt Graham
Estimated Read Time: 6 mins | Updated: December 6, 2025
A cue tip only does two jobs: hold chalk and transfer spin. If it’s glazed, mi...
Integrating Ping-Pong Tops Seamlessly
Matt Graham
PoolTablePortfolio • Dual-Use Design
Transform your pool table into a ping-pong arena—without compromising aesthetics, performance, o...
Pocket Materials: Leather vs Kydex vs Cast
Matt Graham
Estimated Read Time: 7 mins | Updated: December 3, 2025
When most people talk about pool tables, they focus on the slate, the cloth, o...
Pro Ball Sets Compared: Duramith vs Premiers
Matt Graham
Estimated Read Time: 6 mins | Updated: December 1, 2025
When it comes to pool, the balls you play with are not just accessories—they s...
Mixing Acrylic with Warm Woods: 7 Successful Schemes
Matt Graham
PoolTablePortfolio • Material Pairings
Lucite brings clarity and lift; warm woods bring depth and grounding. Get the balance right a...
The Rise of Minimalist Pool Tables
PoolTablePortfolio • Design Trends
Clean lines, multi-function, and modern materials—why minimalist tables fit today’s homes without ...
Protecting Acrylic from Micro-Scratches
Matt Graham
PoolTablePortfolio • Material Care
Lucite/PMMA delivers that floating, crystal look—but it’s softer than glass. The fix isn’t magic c...