Billiards Board Table I Billiards Table - Tanishq Billiards

Billiards Board Table I Billiards Table - Tanishq Billiards

Billiards Table

A billiards table, also commonly referred to as a pool table, is a specialized piece of furniture used for playing cue sports such as pool, snooker, and billiards. It is typically a rectangular table with a smooth and flat surface covered in green felt or cloth. The table is designed to facilitate the smooth movement of balls across its surface.

The standard billiards table dimensions can vary, but a common size is 10 feet long, 5 feet wide, and about 2.5 to 3 feet high. However, smaller and larger sizes exist to accommodate different variations of the games played.

The table's surface is surrounded by cushions made of rubber, which serve as the bumpers and allow the balls to rebound off them during play. These cushions are essential for executing bank shots and other advanced techniques.

Billiards is typically played with a set of balls that varies depending on the game being played. The most common set consists of 15 numbered object balls and a cue ball. The object balls come in different colors and are often numbered from 1 to 15, with the cue ball being solid white.

Billiards is a popular social and competitive sport, played both casually in bars and recreation centers, as well as professionally in various tournaments worldwide. It requires a combination of physical dexterity, mental focus, and knowledge of the game's intricacies to excel and achieve success on the table.