How to Install Cue Tips on Pool Sticks

The tip of a pool cue has a rough life, constantly being rubbed with corrosive chalk and then slammed into the cue ball. Even with the best care, after a while, the tip is going to flatten out and hurt your game. The good news is that you don't have to buy a whole new cue.

Things You'll Need

  • Sharp knife or box cutter-type razor blade
  • Coarse sandpaper
  • New cue tip
  • Gel-based glue
  • Fine sandpaper
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Instructions

    • 1

      Remove the old tip using the knife or razor blade. Sand the tip of the ferrule (the plastic at the end of the cue) with the coarse sandpaper until it's a little rough.

    • 2

      Sand the bottom of the new tip, also with the coarse sandpaper, to roughen it up as well. Apply the glue as directed and hold the tip to the ferrule. Try to center it, but if there is excess hanging over the edge, that's OK.

    • 3

      Trim the edges of the tip with the knife or razor blade so that it's no longer hanging over the edge of the ferrule, if necessary. Moisten the tip around the sides and use the fine sandpaper to smooth it up to be even with the ferrule.

    • 4

      Leave the glue to dry, preferably overnight. The cue should be ready for play the next day.