Table Sizing Tips!

Tip #1: How long should the tablecloth drop be?

Many top linen manufacturers recommend a drop of 6 to 12 inches from the edge of the table to the end of the tablecloth.
Warning: Full-length tablecloths on guest-seated tables may cause discomfort as guests may struggle with excess fabric around their legs.

Tip #2: How to Calculate Tablecloth Drop

Most standard tables are 30 inches in height. To calculate the drop of a tablecloth:

1. Subtract the table width from the tablecloth width.
   • Example: A 5’ round table (60”) with a 90” round tablecloth:
     90” – 60” = 30”
2. Divide the difference by 2 to get the drop on all sides.
   • 30” ÷ 2 = 15” drop

Tip #3: How to Hide Table Legs Using a Square Tablecloth

Many hotels and reception venues use square tablecloths on round tables to achieve better coverage and legroom.

• Example:
  • 90” x 90” Square Tablecloth on a 5-foot round table
  • More affordable and hides table legs better than a standard 90” round tablecloth.

Comparison:

90” x 90” Square Tablecloth on a 5-ft Round Table
Less expensive
Covers table legs

• 60” x 120” Rectangle Tablecloth on an 8-ft Table
  (Standard coverage for rectangular tables.)