How to choose a tablecloth for a festive table or for every day?
Who would have thought that choosing a tablecloth is so difficult? The choice of tablecloth is a difficult decision, which should be approached with all responsibility. It is not as easy as it may seem. It is necessary to take into account the design, kitchen interior, the case on which the table is laid, the presence of children in the house, etc. Before choosing the perfect tablecloth, you need to know as much as possible about what they are and most importantly what quality.
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How to start searching the tablecloths on the table?
Beautiful tablecloths can be found everywhere, but not all fit. Size, quality, material, reason, design, color, interior room and much more is important. Before you begin to choose, you need to answer a few questions.
- Tablecloth required on the table in the living room or in the kitchen?
- Is it needed for every day or only for holidays? If for a holiday, then what?
- Are there any children in the house? (In this case, practicality should be put in the first place).
From this you can understand what you need to focus on when searching.
Material
For most people in life, the main thing is practicality. This also applies to the interior and, of course, tablecloths. A stain that cannot be washed off can ruin your mood.
Tablecloths are made of various materials.
Most often they are made from:
- cotton;
- flax;
- synthetics;
- Teflon;
- burlap;
- silks.
They all have their advantages and features.
Cotton is very popular due to its beauty and practicality. Cotton tablecloths are not capricious, and the stains on them are quite well washed. Cotton is suitable for both daily use and for holidays.
ATTENTION! You should not buy a cotton tablecloth of a snow-white shade if you plan to use it more than once. She will quickly lose her whiteness. Although it will look great on the holiday table.
Also part of the housewives prefers a linen tablecloth. The list of its advantages includes only a presentable appearance. But this option is not practical. To iron such fabric is a whole problem. And after washing, they quickly and irrevocably lose their shape and decrease in size, which is not very pleasant. But as a decor she has no equal.
But the synthetic tablecloth or oilcloth, can not be called a festive option. But it is perfect for everyday use in the kitchen. In the house with children the oilcloth is the perfect solution. Although for many housewives is very important presentable kitchen. But here you can find a solution.You can lay a transparent oilcloth over cotton cover. It is practical and beautiful at the same time.
But there are synthetic tablecloths. In this case, practicality loses appearance. As with oilcloth, this is only suitable for the kitchen. In the living room this will not look. And the fact that they are made of synthetic material suggests that they are easily flammable. They should be careful and watchful. This option is resorted to by people who ask themselves: “What can you put on the table instead of the tablecloth?” It is hard to call the tablecloth a tablecloth, because it completely lacks all the drawbacks of an ordinary tablecloth.
Few people know about Teflon. But this does not mean that this is a bad option. They are made of natural material, and the top is covered with a water-repellent layer, which is very convenient. This cover does not require special care. Enough wet rags, and you can forget about stains. It can be laid instead of oilcloth on the kitchen table.
Burlap tablecloths are not so popular. But lately, more and more people are starting to pay attention to them. And it’s not for nothing that amazing wedding and festive tablecloths are made from burlap.
Silk is a bit more complicated. The number of advantages and disadvantages of this material more than others. It looks very solemn and even luxurious. Silk will last a very long time, as it is resistant to moisture and is very durable. But at the same time this option is quite capricious in the care and also very expensive.
The form
Also very important criterion when buying a tablecloth. But the options are not so much as when choosing a material. If the table is already bought, then the variety is not so great. The first is to rely on the shape of the tabletop. The contour of the tablecloth can strictly correspond to it.
Everything, for the most part, depends on taste and preferences. Someone prefers the classics, and someone prefer the modern style.
How to measure the table when choosing a tablecloth?
Before going to the store, as a rule, the question arises of how to measure the countertop correctly in order to buy a tablecloth that will lie perfectly, and not “roll” on it. To do it right, there are a few rules to follow.
- If the tabletop is rectangular in shape, first measure the length and width, then add 20-30 cm, depending on how many centimeters the cover should hang down. And in the end multiply the results by 2.
- If the tabletop is round, then its diameter is measured and double edge length is added, which will hang down.
- Oval and round tablecloths are measured in the same way as for a rectangular table.
- If the surface is square, it is necessary to additionally measure the diameter. So that the corners are not visible, the diameter of the selected cover must be greater than the diameter of the tabletop.
If it is not possible to measure the table, and you need to quickly decide what size to buy a tablecloth, it will be better to choose a larger size. So the probability of a mistake is small.
NOTE! The tablecloth should hang at least 20 cm from the surface. If it is needed for a holiday, it should hang at 25-40 cm or even to the floor.
Color and design
Types of tablecloths for the table, there is a huge amount. But the color and pattern must be chosen from personal preferences. In the kitchen we spend most of the day. While eating, I want to sit at the neat product in a pleasant shade and material. Tablecloths by design can be divided into plain and patterned. Plaid, polka or striped fabrics are very popular. If you choose neutral colors, they will look appropriate in almost any kitchen.
In search of the perfect option, you can show originality and stay on the double tablecloths. It looks very stylish when the fabrics overlap with each other or, on the contrary, contrast. In any case, this stylish solution will not go unnoticed. Double tablecloths look very sophisticated and elegant.
Also often crocheted tablecloths with lace. They are used for the living room.
Many people like to focus on the tablecloths and choose bright colors and patterns. It looks original and fresh. A drawing, as a rule, is chosen to be contemporary in order to keep up with the times, or they prefer a design that will carry over several centuries into the past.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION! In no case should not forget about the interior. If the search has reached the color and pattern of the tablecloth, then first of all it should organically fit into the room.
What kind of shade, pattern and design should be provided in advance when planning the room. It should not be visible and stand out from the background of the room. Or, on the contrary, emphasis should be placed on the tabletop, if it was previously planned. But do not mix everything that you like, forgetting that it does not match with each other.
This rule applies not only to the choice of tablecloth, but also to everything that relates to the decor of the room. If the variety is too large, and you can not stop at one option, then you should choose a neutral color and pattern. The main thing is that it does not spoil the whole picture. Later, if the hostess is precisely defined and knows what she wants, the tablecloth can always be changed.
Optional accessories
Everyone wants to make a festive table special and for this purpose they resort to various, additional accessories. What are not prepared to do the hostess to surprise the guests? For this purpose, there are several options, one of which will definitely have to taste.
- Runner
So often called the path to decorate the table. There are several options for the runner. You can lay one along (in this case it is not necessary that the tablecloth hangs down) or across (can be used as dressing glasses).
- Podtalniki.
It is not necessary that they be from the same material. They can even be made of wood, plastic, bamboo, rattan, etc.
- Cloth Wipes
Napkins with unique colors and embroidery on the tablecloth can also decorate the festive atmosphere and make it special. But they are rarely resorted to, if it is an ordinary family dinner.
Conclusion
Today we can say with confidence that such a huge assortment of tablecloths on the shelves of stores has never been.There are tablecloths on the table in modern style, in Provence style or from exotic material that can be transferred to another continent.
Tablecloths - "the sea", and the ideal one or a maximum of five. It’s more than difficult to choose, but it’s very nice if you know exactly which one will look perfect both on the table and in the whole room. After all, designers in the preparation of interior design, considerable attention is paid to the choice of tablecloth.
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