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How to Choose the Proper Size Tablecloth for Your Table

Choosing the proper size tablecloth for your table is easy, but there are a few things to keep in mind:

how to choose the proper size tableclothFor a square or oblong table:

  1. Measure the length and width of the table.
  2. Decide on the drop you prefer. A typical drop ranges between 10″ to 12″. If you want your tablecloth to go to the floor, then the drop would usually be 30” (a typical table height), but always measure.
  3. Add the amount of the drop multiplied by two to both the length and the width of the table. (i.e., If the table measures 42″W x 84″L and you want a 12″ drop, then the oblong tablecloth should measure 66″ [42″W+24″ total drop] x 108″ [84″L + 24″ total drop.])

For a Round Table:

  1. Measure the diameter of your table.
  2. Decide on the length of the drop.
  3. Add the amount of the drop multiplied by two to the diameter of the table. (i.e., If the table measures 60″ in diameter and you want it to go to the floor with a 30″ drop, then the round tablecloth should measure 120″ [60″ diameter + 60″ total drop].)

Always remember to allow for shrinkage and add the appropriate amounts to your final calculations. A linen tablecloth or a cotton tablecloth may shrink approximately 4-8%. For a ringspun polyester tablecloth, there is no shrinkage.

Please visit the Dining section on our website to view all the tablecloth choices that we offer. If you don’t see a style to your liking, please call 1-800-877-4667 to speak to one of our knowledgeable sales reps, who will be happy to guide you with the right choice for your needs.

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Posted on December 1, 2014Author isadminCategories Frequently Asked Questions, TipsTags bed and breakfast, bnb, care tips for innkeepers, inns, wholesale table linens

8 thoughts on “How to Choose the Proper Size Tablecloth for Your Table”

  1. Sunie Ver Duft says:
    January 12, 2019 at 11:31 am

    I cannot figure out the correct tablecloth for my oval table that measures 39 inches wide X 45 inches long. Can you help?

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    1. isadmin says:
      January 14, 2019 at 10:40 am

      No problem, Sunie. Please call us at 1-800-877-4667 and ask for Alaine. She will help you find the right table cloth.

      Reply
  2. Donna Barnum says:
    November 23, 2019 at 1:15 pm

    What size table cloth do I get for an oval table that measures 42 wide by 62 long?

    Reply
    1. isadmin says:
      November 25, 2019 at 9:26 am

      60 x 72 would give you a 6 inch drop all the way around. Give us a call if you need help finding the right size or color. 1-800-877-4667

      Reply
  3. Wendy Beaton says:
    August 1, 2020 at 2:24 pm

    What shape table cloth should I purchase for a hexagonal table with the leaf?

    Reply
    1. isadmin says:
      August 3, 2020 at 9:48 am

      Hi Wendy,
      That is a very good question. I think a round table cloth would make the most sense. If the leaf makes the table more oblong, than an oval table cloth should work. I hope that helps. Feel free to give us a call at 1-800-877-4667 if you have any other questions or need a custom fit table cloth. We are happy to help.

      Reply
  4. Bridget Burgei says:
    September 12, 2020 at 5:03 pm

    I have a round table that when the leaves are in it measures 42X68, what size oval tablecloth should I get?I’d like a 10 inch drop.

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    1. isadmin says:
      September 15, 2020 at 9:24 am

      Hi Bridget,
      Thank you for your question. Ideally, a 62″x88″ or the size closest to those measurements would work best for a 10″ drop. Feel free to give us a call at 1-800-877-4667 if you have any other questions. We are happy to help.

      Reply

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