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How To Measure For A TableCloth

To determine the size that is best for your needs, you will need to know two things:

  1. The length and width of your table or, in the case of a round table, you will need to know the diameter.
  2. How far down off the edge of the table you want the cloth to drape (this is called the "drop").
    • A common "drop" is 10"-12".
    • For a cloth that goes to the ground, the common drop would be  30" to a floor that is not  carpeted.
    • In our Table-in-a-Bag photos, using the Couvert Clips to swag the overlay, we used a longer 21" drop.
 
Ordering square or rectangle cloths


Since the drop is on both sides of the table, multiply the drop by 2 and add this measurement to both the width and length.

For example, your table is 48"x84". If you want a 12" drop, multiply 12 x 2 (24) and add 24 to your width (72") and length (108"). Thus, the cloth should be 72"x108".

 

A square or rectangular cloth to the ground will have rounded corners so it won't drag on the ground.

 
Ordering oval cloths

If you require a more egg-shaped oval, rather than the standard oval seen at left, it will require a pattern. Please see custom sizes for details.

 

 
Ordering round tablecloths

For a round tablecloth, multiply the drop by 2 and add this number to the diameter

For example, a 60" round table with a 15" drop would be a 90" round cloth.
If you cannot find a size that suits your needs in these pages, you may CUSTOM ORDER your particular size tablecloth for an additional minimal charge. We will be happy to accommodate you.
 

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