John Thurston (inventor)

John Thurston (1777–1850) was an inventor who developed the use of slate beds and rubber cushions for billiard tables. He was dubbed "the father of the billiards trade."[1]

Advertisement commemorating the introduction of the rubber cushion in 1835

In 1799, he founded a business to make billiard tables as well as general cabinet making. The company, Thurston & Co. Ltd, continues in business.[2][3]

See also

Thurston's Hall

References
  1. Clare, Norman (1996). Billiards and Snooker Bygones. Westminster, Maryland: Shire Publications.
  2. "Thurston: About Us". Thurston.co.uk. Retrieved 27 December 2018.
  3. "Company Histories: Thurston & Co". SnookerHeritage.co.uk. Retrieved 27 December 2018.
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