How to Replace Billiard Cue Tips

The tip of a billiard cue is one of the most critical parts of billiard equipment. The cue needs to be attached and leveled correctly in order to strike the cue ball head-on, and in the desired manner. The cue tip must be soft enough to give the cue ball a gentle nudge when needed. Replacing your billiard cue tip can be done yourself.

Things You'll Need

  • Sandpaper
  • Razor
  • Super glue
  • Paper towels
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Instructions

    • 1

      Remove the old tip with the razor. Be sure to remove as much of the old quark as you can. Sand the tip of the wood so that it is a flush, clean surface.

    • 2

      Sand the bottom of the new tip so that it is rough and more easily attached to the cue with glue. You will want the new cue tip to be as even with the stick as possible.

    • 3

      Apply the super glue to the cue and to the bottom of the tip.

    • 4

      Put the new tip onto the cue and hold it in place for about a minute to let the glue's adhesive attach to both surfaces. Be very gentle with this process. Do not damage or indent the tip at all.

    • 5

      Use a razor to slice off any of the overhang that may still be present after you apply the new tip.

    • 6

      Use the sandpaper to sand down the edges of the tip, so they are flush with the rest of the cue. Use the razor sparingly to reduce the amount of the tip you slice off. If you slice off too much, you may find yourself with an uneven cue tip. If this happens, start the entire process over and put on a different cue tip.