Why is cue chalk important when playing pool or snooker?

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How often should I chalk my cue?

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Does chalk colour affect performance?

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Pool Chalk

Get a clean strike, better grip, and fewer miscues with professional pool cue chalk. The Snooker Shop stocks the world’s most trusted chalk brands, including Taom, Kamui, Triangle and Master — each designed for smooth contact and maximum cue ball control.

Taom is the gold standard in chalk, used by top-ranked players for its clean feel and no-dust formula. Whether you prefer a soft touch or crisp contact, we have pool chalks suitable for snooker, pool, and Chinese 8 Ball.

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Taom V10 Chalk – Professional Cue Sports Chalk

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Cuetec Tip Chalker & Aerator – 2-in-1 Tool

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Kamui Roku Blue Chalk – Professional Cue Sports Chalk for Pool

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3 Finger Billiard Glove – One Size Fits Most

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The Snooker Shop is a proud stockist of industry-leading chalk brands such as Taom, Kamui, Triangle and Master.

Each brand brings decades of innovation and precision engineering, delivering superior grip, reduced miscues, and consistent performance. Enhance your cue connection and enjoy cleaner, more confident shots every frame.

Achieve a Clean Strike with Pool Chalk

Professional-quality chalk ensures your cue tip maintains traction with every shot. Our range includes chalks known for their strong, consistent grip and reduced kick-off — helping you achieve smooth cue ball control and improved accuracy. Whether you’re a casual player or a competitive cueist, the right chalk can make a real difference to your game.

Upgrade Your Cue’s Performance

Complement your chalk with high-quality cue accessories designed to elevate your setup. Explore cue tips, ferrules, and care products that extend the life of your cue, along with specialist cases to protect your equipment.

Have a question about your setup? Contact our experts at The Snooker Shop for personalised advice and shop online today.

Frequently Asked Questions

Cue chalk is essential for both pool and snooker because it adds friction between the cue tip and the cue ball. This friction improves accuracy, grip, and spin control, helping players strike with confidence and reduce miscues during play.

The best cue chalks are made by trusted brands such as Taom, Kamui, and Master. These professional-grade chalks are formulated for consistency, reduced residue, and long-lasting grip — making them the top choice for serious snooker and pool players.

To maintain reliable contact and cue ball control, players should chalk their cue before every few shots or whenever the tip looks smooth. Regular chalking ensures consistent performance and prevents miscues during critical plays.

Learn more about how to care for your cue tips to keep your cue in top condition.

No — the colour of cue chalk doesn’t impact performance. However, many players prefer blue or green chalk because it matches the colour of most table cloths, making marks less visible while maintaining a clean, professional look.

Pool chalk and snooker chalk are similar in composition but vary slightly in texture. Pool chalk is usually softer and better suited for larger cue tips, while snooker chalk tends to be harder and finer to suit the smaller, precision tips used in snooker cues.

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