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There are 2 schools of thought on that question, the most popular being that it was to simulate the color of grass (where the game finds a lot of its origins), the second was it was simply cheaper to make in that color.
Recent studies show that 'green' is actually easier on the eye which allows you to play longer without eye strain, and some claim it helps with your depth of vision (needed for long shots).
In the end, in a modern sense at least, it is more preference than anything.
Edit 2/27/10
The most recent development by DuPont shows that a light blue color gives the best vision of the balls on the table. Simonis brought this to market with their Tournament Blue color cloth. Historically, Green was the only color until mills started adding colors to meet consumer demand. Some cloth manufacturers now offer 20 or more cloth colors.
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What is the other term for the green felt on a pool table?
The woven cloth is referred to as baize.
Can you use felt from Joans for a pool table?
No. Pool table felt is a specialized felt designed specifically for pool tables. There are many variations of table felt and each will react differently with the balls, and each has a differnt lifespan on the table. Use of felt not designed for pool table use will result in poor play at best, and will quickly be destroyed at worst.
What has four legs it's green and if it falls out of a tree it will smash you?
This is an old comedic riddle. The answer is a pool table, which had four legs and is covered in green felt. It is meant to be comedic because it is doubtful that a pool table would be in a tree.
Why does pool table felt shed fibers?
Friction. The movement of the rolling pool balls does no damage to the pool felt. However, the pool balls accumulate pool chalk that is very abrasive. The pool chalk accumulated on the balls and dropping on to the felt both result in tearing of the felt fibers as balls are struck or slide on the table. Occasionally balls bounce or are jumped on the table, resulting in even more damage. Damaged felt is a part of playing pool.
Can pool table felt be ripped due to time?
Yes. Like everything else in this world, pool table felt is finite. Eventually after years of having wooden cues grinding against them causing friction, the felt will wear down and eventually rip. A professional can replace the felt on a pool table.
What are the edges of a pool table called?
Felt covering
How do you remove Pool Table Felt scratches My daughters friend took a cue and scratched a starburst design into the felt of my pool table. How do I remove the damage?
Most likely the felt is permanently damaged. Go to your local billiards pro shop, or online, and purchase pool table cleaner. If the marks are superficial, a proper cleaning may get rid of them. However, pool table felt is not woven like the fabric used in clothing and can be damaged easily - how easily depends upon the brand and type of felt.
What is the difference between a pool table and a billiard table -?
a pool table has balls but billard table has balls to play i would reccommed the pool table
How do you clean pool table cloth of beer stain?
Felt Rescue
Where can you purchase pool table felt?
Felt for a pool table could be purchased and delivered on Amazon. They have a wide variety of felts in all kinds of cuts and different colors to change the look of or match the look you have now.
Can a mizerak pool table be re felted?
Yes, there is no difference between the Mizerak pool table and other slate pool tables. It is expected to get new felt due to normal wear.
How much does it cost to re felt a pool table?
Could cost anywhere between $150 -$850 depending on the table. I contacted DMAOnline and they managed to send me felt which was pretty good quality. They don't sell it on their website but managed to help me out with my pool table 😁
