How to Clean a Pool Cue

How to Clean a Pool Cue

Pool cues often become sticky because of a build up of chalk and oil from our hands. If they are not cleaned regularly, they can become constantly damaged or warped. A clean cue is also important, as it helps promote a fluid stroke. There are some dissimilar ways to clean your cue stick. Find out which you prefer and make sure you clean your cue at least once every few weeks, more often if you play everyday.

Materials Needed:

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- Cleaning detergent (dish soap or orange oil diluted 5 to 1 with water)
- 1500 or 2000 grit sand paper
- Piece of Simonis cloth or cotton cloth

Cleaning Options:

Apply your chosen cleaning clarification to a cloth. Dampen the cloth but avoid getting too much liquid on the cue as that may cause warping. Clean the cue from the bottom to the ferrule. Then lightly sand the cue with 1500 or 2000 grit sandpaper. This will remove any excess chalk that may be left on the surface. Wipe down the cue again with the damp cloth and dry immediately.

You should clean your cue after every few sessions, depending on how long you play. There are a few ways to cut down on the number of chalk that gets on the pool cue. You can use a pool billiard glove. This keeps chalk off of your hands which is the main way that it is transmitted to the cue. You can also limit the number of chalk that gets on the shaft by how you hold the cue while applying the chalk. Hold the cue at a little angle, so that any chalk dust that falls does not get on the shaft. If you hold the pool vertically when applying chalk it rains down on the cue.

How to Clean a Pool Cue

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