How to select the right size chessboard for pieces
Generally, the King piece base diameter of a Staunton design chess piece should be about 3/4 of the chessboard’s square size. Yes, it’s really that simple! For non-regulation chess play you can of course deviate from this as you wish, yet the guideline is...The Companion Resource Guide for Lego Chess Sets
Where to find, how to make, how to buy: I love LEGO sets. Over most other toys I buy for my son, I enjoy buying him LEGO sets because I enjoy putting them together… ah, with him, of course. So, working with Chess House, it was natural that I should eventually wonder...How to Use Classic Analog Chess Clock
Shows how to set, operate, and understand classic analog chess clocks. Plus a comparison of the Classic chess clock vs CGL analog clock. The USCF standard Quality Regulation chess set is also...What is the best chess software to learn chess?
The best chess software to learn chess depends on the learner’s level of knowledge. But there is some straightforward advice to make a good choice on what chess software to use. If you are new to chess, start with carefully choosing a chess software program that...Tips for Starting a Chess Club
Can you provide information and tips on how to start a chess club? This question has been posed frequently. I would like to give assistance to those seeking tips on how to start a chess club. Since the means and methods very greatly, I will mention a few general...Should Every Child Be Made to Play Chess?
(Image by Gary Simmons) Should every child be made to learn chess? Armenia thinks so. Their recent decision to require every child over the age of 6 to learn chess has caused some controversy. (Click Here for original article) While chess is an excellent tool for...How much is your chess set worth? Can you sell it?
Is your chess set rare or valuable? How do you find out? What if you want to sell it?You could ask around. You could email companies. Search the Internet. You might find an appraisal service. But is there a better way?There is a rather unsophisticated, clever answer...Review: Silman’s Complete Endgame Course: Beginner to Master
Review by Brian Todd, instructor at Chess4LifeSilman's Complete Endgame Course: Beginner to Master by Jeremy SilmanMost chess players who have perused the huge variety of chess instruction manuals have come to the conclusion that the relevance and presentation of...How to clean and polish wood chess sets
Any treasured wood chess set is ideally kept dust free on a regular basis. At least once a year, it's a good idea to wax and buff using a paste wax sparingly. Allow it to dry before using a cotton cloth or similar to buff lightly. Avoid liquid polishes, be sure to...About
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