Why must green billiards table

Billiards game originated from France in the 15th century called "palle-maille" which is played on grass or straw on the billiard table, the earliest version was created. Table tops are made to look like grass. It is believed that King Louis the 14th (AD 1638-1715), who owned a billiard table, this is the first one with the assumption that later. Due to the billiard table manufacturer in the UK want to make their products unique from other manufacturers. Or perhaps to increase sales The initiative produced a billiards table sold turnovers. However, billiards orange, which is the cause of serious crimes controversy has led to the conclusion that permanent. Felt Billiards cladding surfaces must be green only.

           I have that on 8 December 1871 in the city of Plymouth man was charged with DUI. "Cause a melee brawler bring serious damage" caused controversy occurred during a match on billiard table orange. The competing parties accused opponents move the ball. Although the judge ruled that this man is guilty. But considering that the lighting environment.

           During insufficient competition The color of the table to make a red ball was not good. So this man was not convicted in any of the orange because that was a contributing cause of this controversy. With a long sight The judge suggested. "The game of billiards in the future is a harmonious unity. Billiard table should be green standards to see a clear contrast with the red ball. "