The Birth of Snooker: From Colonial India to Modern Prestige
Matt Graham
A mess-hall experiment in 1875. A tidy rulebook in Britain. Then color TV and the Crucible turned it into prestige sport.
Magazin...
Matt Graham
Matt Graham
The Mathematics of Cue Ball Spin
Matt Graham
Spin looks like magic until you know where to hit and what the cloth does. Here are the simple rules that make shots predicta...
The Psychology of Color in Pool Table Cloth
Matt Graham
Color changes what you see and how you feel—not how fast the table plays. Here’s the practical breakdown.
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Modernist Influences in Pool Table Design
Matt Graham
From Bauhaus steel and Streamline curves to post-war aluminum and today’s crystal and acrylic tables—the pool table followed ...
Understanding Rail Bounce: Why Cushions Play Differently on Each Table
Matt Graham
Estimated Read Time: 8–10 mins • Updated: August 30, 2025
Banks running short on one table and long on another isn’t random. I...
Where Do Interior Designers Work?
Matt Graham
Estimated Read Time: 7 mins | July 31, 2025
Interior designers aren’t confined to one type of office—or even one type of role. From ...
Sight‑Lines & Clearance Layout Standards by Room Size
Matt Graham
Estimated Read Time: 4 mins | July 29, 2025
Overview: Proper sight‑lines and clearances are critical for comfort, accessibility, and ...
Leveling Slate Pool Tables: Professional Techniques and Tools
Matt Graham
Estimated Read Time: 6 mins | July 28, 2025
Quick overview: A level slate bed is the foundation of every true roll. Whether you’re ins...
Pattern Making: A Core Design Principle in Interior Design
Matt Graham
Estimated Read Time: 4 mins | July 27, 2025
Definition of Pattern
Pattern is the decorative design or ornamentation of a surface base...