{"product_id":"crafted-cues-cue-grain-filler-30g","title":"Crafted Cues Cue Grain Filler - 30g","description":"\u003c!-- Chalky Trousers Listing Template v1 (Locked) --\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct-listing\" style=\"font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003eCue grain filler for ash pool and snooker cue shafts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003eCrafted Cues Cue Grain Filler is designed for ash cue shafts where the natural open grain has started to feel rough, uneven or tired through regular use and maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003eAsh is naturally an open-grained timber. Grain filler helps work into those grain lines, creating a smoother surface and helping restore the appearance and definition of the shaft before oiling and finishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 18px 0;\"\u003eIt is particularly useful as part of a deeper cue restoration or maintenance routine where the shaft has first been properly cleaned and is being prepared for cue oil and finishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003eAbout the cue grain filler\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 18px 18px; padding: 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eCrafted Cues professional cue grain filler and restorer\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003e30g container\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eDesigned specifically for open-grained ash cue shafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eHelps fill and smooth open grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eHelps restore and enhance the appearance of the cue's natural grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eCreates a cleaner base before oiling and finishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eSuitable for pool and snooker cue maintenance and restoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003eHow to use Crafted Cues Cue Grain Filler\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003col style=\"margin: 0 0 18px 18px; padding: 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eMake sure the cue shaft has been thoroughly cleaned and is completely dry before applying the grain filler.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eApply a small amount of grain filler to a clean piece of kitchen roll.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eWork the grain filler firmly into the shaft, moving the kitchen roll up and down and around the cue so the product works into the open grain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eLeave the grain filler on the cue for approximately 10-15 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eUse a clean piece of kitchen roll to remove the grain filler residue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eLeave the shaft to dry for approximately 24 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eOnce dry, buff the shaft with a clean lint-free cloth to remove any remaining filler.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eThe shaft can then be treated with cue oil as the next stage of the maintenance process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003eWhy use grain filler on an ash cue?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003eThe distinctive grain lines in an ash shaft are part of what makes the wood so recognisable, but ash naturally has a more open grain structure than some other cue woods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003eOver time, cleaning, wear and general use can leave those grain lines feeling more noticeable through the bridge hand. Grain filler helps work into the open grain and create a smoother, more even base for the next stages of cue maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 18px 0;\"\u003eIt can also help bring the grain definition back to life, making it useful for players restoring an older cue or simply maintaining an ash shaft they want to keep looking and feeling its best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003eWhere does grain filler fit into cue care?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 18px 0;\"\u003eGrain filler should be used on a clean, dry ash shaft. Start with a dedicated cue cleaner to remove chalk, oils and grime. Once the shaft has been cleaned and any grain-filling work has been completed and fully dried, cue oil can be used to nourish and condition the wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003eHelpful links\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 18px 18px; padding: 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/crafted-cues-cue-cleaner-conditioner-30ml\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eStart with Crafted Cues Cue Cleaner \u0026amp; Conditioner\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/crafted-cues-cue-oil\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFollow with Crafted Cues Cue Oil\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/crafted-cues-cue-care-bundle-cue-cleaner-balm-oil\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eView the complete Crafted Cues Cue Care Bundle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cue-care\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eShop the full cue care range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cue-towel-for-pool-snooker-billiards-microfibre-and-velvet-with-clip\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eKeep your cue clean with a premium cue towel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0 18px; padding: 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003e30g professional cue grain filler\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eDesigned for ash pool and snooker cue shafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eHelps fill and smooth open grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eHelps restore the appearance of natural ash grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eUseful before applying cue oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eIdeal for deeper cue maintenance and restoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Chalky Trousers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58408466022664,"sku":null,"price":9.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/1580\/8520\/files\/XBWHEWTUQS4UXYNSDNGS5JKP.webp?v=1786354813","url":"https:\/\/chalkytrousers.co.uk\/products\/crafted-cues-cue-grain-filler-30g","provider":"Chalky Trousers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}