Any table setting main building block is the tablecloth. It is important to pick a suitable one for your home. Choosing linen for a tablecloth is not different than any other decor as it reflects your style. It should be in a correct size to fit your table.
The tablecloths required for casual events should be drop 6 to 8 inch from the table edge to the tablecloth bottom. For formal events, tablecloths drop by 15-inch from the table edge to the tablecloth bottom edge. The cloth length should be considered especially with round tablecloths as it helps dress the table and also set a meal tone. You may think of it as the difference between a simple brunch and a formal dinner.
5 Things to know in choosing tablecloths
If it is a wedding and you are planning for the first time means you have planned the options and it may be overwhelming. Figuring out the decor and determining the round tablecloths type to order includes keeping few things in mind:
Budget
This if an important factor to take into consideration while choosing tablecloths. Even if you decide on the shape as round, you have to consider the fabrics variety and its styles. Floor length tablecloths are available in the ranges from $10-$150, or even more. It is right to be upfront regarding your budget, even with an event designer so that there are best recommendations. There is no need for the linens to be expensive, but surely it is worth the bang for tablecloths in floor length.
Rental or not
You can find cheap linen or even consider borrowing it from a friend or a family. If the budget is the main concern, this is a great option. Here are a few things to remember, quality, wrinkles, stains, and time. Taking from someone means you must know they have used it already and so it may have stains even if it is laundry washed. Getting tablecloths from a known person or getting them online for cheap means you must iron them. Whatever, is your choice, ensure you understand that is involved.
If you find a cheap one, they may not be good quality linen. Thus, rather than facing unforeseen challenges, it is worth spending extra money.
Shape and size
Tablecloths in round sizes mean you must go through this guide before buying:
Cocktail Tables- These need round tablecloths in 30″ or 36″ wide and around 42″ tall. If you wish to tie it, a standard cocktail tablecloth that is 120″ round may not be enough, you may need 132″.
Guest Tables-Standard tables are 60″ or 72″ on the top rounds at a reception. This can accommodate 8 to 10 people. A 72″ table easily accommodates around 12, but best is to accommodate 10 people. In fact, the smaller tables are 48″ and are used as cake tables.
Banquet Tables- These are used as head tables, sweets tables, buffets, gift tables and also as guest tables. They are in 6′ or 8′ such that total 6 people can sit.
