Which is better to choose fabric for tablecloths
Select fabric for the tablecloth - a task that requires serious preparation. After all, if the decision is made to sew, and not to buy a finished piece of furniture, then the calculation is for long-term use. Therefore it is important to pay attention not only to the shape, size and color, but also to the type and quality of the material. The latter, with proper selection, will allow you to save all the listed parameters.
![The purpose of the tablecloth](https://designtop.decorexpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/podbiraya-cvet-i-risunok-tkani-dlya-skaterti-stoit-obratit-vnimanie-na-eyo-prednaznachenie.jpg)
Selecting the color and pattern of fabric for the tablecloth, you should pay attention to its purpose.
Content
- 1 TOP fabrics used in sewing tablecloths
- 2 How to choose a fabric for tablecloths
- 3 Table top shape
- 4 Frequency of table operation
- 5 Interior type
- 6 Where can one buy
- 7 Video: How to choose the right tablecloths - Textile Center Idea
- 8 50 beautiful tablecloths from different materials for different occasions:
TOP fabrics used in sewing tablecloths
![Jessie's tablecloth on percale dinner table](https://designtop.decorexpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/skatert-dzhessi-na-obedennyj-stol-iz-perkalya-590x590.jpeg)
Most often cotton fabrics are used for tablecloths percale, which has sufficient strength and durability.
![Oval linen tablecloth](https://designtop.decorexpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/ovalnaya-lnyanaya-skatert-s-risunkom-vyshitym-lentami.jpg)
Oval linen tablecloth with a pattern embroidered with ribbons
Depending on the calculated budget and the purpose of the element itself (casual, festive), fabrics for tablecloths can be made from natural, synthetic or mixed fibers. The list of materials in greatest demand, and their qualities are shown in the table.
the cloth | Features | Benefits |
Cotton | The natural fabric possessing the fine absorbing property. There are several types: calico, percale, satin. | Due to the rapid absorption of moisture fabric is ideal for napkins. Easy to wash and iron. Durability and versatility. Low cost. |
Linen | Dear natural material. Quite capricious in operation (easily wrinkled, hard to iron). | Durable, environmentally friendly, long retains the brightness of colors. Light.
A great option for holiday items. |
Zhuravinka | The fabric combines cotton and polyester fibers. Additionally, it is treated with special mixtures that prevent the penetration of dirt and grease into the fibers. | Durable material, perfect for everyday use.
Models with interlacing of satin and satin fibers, will adequately accompany a festive banquet. |
Mati | Semi-synthetic material. Most of the cotton is half, the second part is polyester. Processed by oil repelling compounds. | Many colors and durability allow you to use the fabric for everyday and festive purposes. Easily cleaned from minor dirt. Durable. |
![Snow-white tablecloth from zhuravinki](https://designtop.decorexpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/belosnezhnaya-skatert-iz-tkani-zhuravinka-s-krasivym-tkackim-risunkom.jpg)
Snow-white tablecloth from Zhuravinky fabric with a beautiful weaving pattern
![Mother Cloth](https://designtop.decorexpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/skatert-korichnevaya-s-zolotom-iz-tkani-mati-e1534568551993.jpg)
Brown tablecloth with gold fabric mother
Teflon blends are also used as a fabric treatment for tablecloths. Their quality makes the material waterproof, as well as insensitive to sunlight.
![Teflon tablecloths](https://designtop.decorexpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/teflonovye-skaterti-udobny-i-praktichny-v-ispolzovanii-590x514.jpg)
Teflon tablecloths are comfortable and practical to use.
How to choose a fabric for tablecloths
Before starting to search for fabrics for future tablecloths in the store, it is important to determine the basic parameters of the product. So, you should pay attention to:
- table top shape;
Determine which table is needed tablecloth
- frequency of operation of the table;
The natural texture of the tablecloth for every day is cotton, lace or plain fabric.
For more festive occasions, you can choose satin, velvet, organza or tulle
- type of interior in the room.
Choose the color of the tablecloth that fits to our interior
Table top shape
![Beautiful tablecloth and chair covers](https://designtop.decorexpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/krasivaya-skatert-i-chekhly-na-stulya-v-odnom-cvetovom-oformlenii-590x393.jpg)
Beautiful tablecloth and chair covers in one color design
The size of the future tablecloth, and therefore the amount of material needed, depends on the shape of the tabletop and the height of the table. With this parameter it is necessary to decide in the first place, in order to understand how much tailoring will cost.
![Tablecloth for square table](https://designtop.decorexpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/cvetochnaya-skatert-dlya-kvadratnogo-stola-590x443.jpg)
Flower tablecloth for square table
A square table requires an appropriate form of coverage, a rectangular tabletop can be covered with a square and rectangular cut of fabric.
![Round and square tablecloth](https://designtop.decorexpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/kruglaya-i-kvadratnaya-skatert-na-kruglyj-stol-dlya-prazdnichnyh-sluchaev-590x503.jpg)
Round and square tablecloth for round table for festive occasions
There are also several options with a round table: a round tablecloth or square.
![Round tablecloth with poppies](https://designtop.decorexpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/kruglaya-skatert-s-makami-podojdet-dlya-kruglogo-obedennogo-stola-590x443.jpg)
Round tablecloth with poppies suitable for a round dining table
The oval table top looks best under a proportionally oval tablecloth.
![White oval tablecloth](https://designtop.decorexpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/belaya-skatert-s-tisnennym-uzorom-dlya-stola-ovalnoj-formy-590x494.jpg)
White tablecloth with an embossed pattern for an oval-shaped table
In this case, you should pay attention to the edges of the tablecloth. According to the standards of etiquette, the fabric should not hang below 20 cm from the edge of the table.
Frequency of table operation
![Plain linen tablecloth](https://designtop.decorexpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/prostaya-lnyanaya-skatert-otlichno-podojdet-dlya-povsednevnogo-ispolzovaniya-590x426.jpg)
A simple linen tablecloth is perfect for everyday use.
In the event that the table is dining and is used regularly, it is worth making a choice in favor of table textiles, the most durable and least branded fabrics. In this case, the tablecloth will last a long time. At the same time, a pair of sets is still needed to provide a shift for washing.
![Cloth with small dim pattern](https://designtop.decorexpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/takzhe-mozhno-ispolzovat-skatert-s-melkim-neyarkim-risunkom-dlya-postoyannogo-ispolzovaniya-590x427.jpg)
You can also use a tablecloth with a small dim pattern for permanent use.
If the table refers to the type of furniture that is used, as a rule, for celebrations, then the fabric on the tablecloth should be chosen appropriate.
![Festive option for a small table](https://designtop.decorexpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/krasivoe-sochetanie-dvuh-raznyh-po-cvetu-i-fakture-skatertej-na-kruglom-stole-dlya-prazdnichnogo-uzhina.jpg)
Beautiful combination of two tablecloths of different color and texture on a round table for a festive dinner
You can also stay on durable options, but in a more festive colors.
![Cloth as the main element of textiles](https://designtop.decorexpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/skatert-kak-osnovnoj-ehlement-tekstilya-v-processe-servirovki-prazdnichnogo-stola.jpg)
Tablecloth as the main element of textiles in the process of serving the holiday table
Interior type
Matching the tablecloth with the setting is an important condition for the harmony of the whole interior. Whether it is a dining room or a living room.
So, a room in the Scandinavian style requires natural table textiles in a single color. It is better to use muted colors (sea wave, gray, white).
![Natural striped tablecloth](https://designtop.decorexpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/naturalnaya-polosataya-skatert-dlya-kuhni-v-skandinavskom-stile-590x409.jpeg)
Natural striped tablecloth for the Scandinavian style kitchen
![White tablecloth for white room](https://designtop.decorexpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/mozhno-ispolzovat-beluyu-skatert-i-kontrastnye-ehlementa-tekstilya-dlya-togo-chtoby-ozhivit-odnotonnyj-interer-590x426.jpg)
You can use a white tablecloth and a contrasting element of textiles in order to revive the solid interior
The room with the English type of interior will look harmonious with a dark neat tablecloth.
![English style kitchen](https://designtop.decorexpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dizajn-obedennoj-zony-v-anglijskom-stile-590x443.jpg)
Design of a dining area with a beautiful tablecloth and covers on the chairs in the English style
![White linen tablecloth](https://designtop.decorexpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/belaya-lnyanaya-skatert-otlichno-podojdet-dlya-chaepitiya-v-tradicionnom-anglijskom-stile-590x437.jpeg)
White linen tablecloth is perfect for tea drinking in the traditional English style
The style of the French hinterland will be perfectly combined with light tablecloths with a floral print.
![Cloth for the kitchen in the style of Provence](https://designtop.decorexpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/skatert-dlya-kuhni-v-stile-provans-590x427.jpg)
A Provence-style tablecloth in soothing colors would be appropriate for a Provencal style kitchen.
![Checkered Dimmed Tablecloth](https://designtop.decorexpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/takzhe-dlya-provanskoj-kuhni-podojdet-kletchataya-neyarkaya-skatert-590x410.jpg)
Also for the Provencal cuisine checkered dimmed tablecloth
Where can one buy
To get fabric for a tablecloth, having already its characteristics, is simple. It is enough to find a store with the appropriate name. To buy a decent option at a low price, you should pay attention to domestic factories or Belarusian manufacturers. There are shops specializing in table textiles. Often the names of such outlets coincide with the names of fabrics.
A convenient option in this case is the online store. By visiting the resource catalog, you can select materials for the tablecloth by the name of the fabric, by color, manufacturer and price.
Video: How to choose the right tablecloths - Textile Center Idea
50 beautiful tablecloths from different materials for different occasions:
![Washing the bed in a typewriter](https://designtop.decorexpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/pered-pervoj-stirkoj-nuzhno-vnimatelno-izuchit-ehtiketku-komplekta-i-opredelit-kakoj-rezhim-podojdet-dlya-stirki-205x170.jpg)
![Kitchen Towels](https://designtop.decorexpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/polotenca-odna-iz-vazhnyh-dekorativnyh-sostavlyayushchih-interera-kuhni-205x170.jpg)
![Blanket for a boy from the shreds with their own hands](https://designtop.decorexpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/odeyalo-dlya-malchika-iz-loskutkov-svoimi-rukami-205x170.jpg)
![The main use of calico](https://designtop.decorexpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/osnovnoe-primenenie-byazi-ehto-poshiv-postelnogo-belya-205x170.jpg)
![Knitting in the style of enterlak](https://designtop.decorexpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/vyazanie-v-stile-ehnterlak-205x170.jpg)