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How to choose the right tablecloth: designers reveal 5 important rules
05.01.2023 21:00
Updated: 13.04.2023 07:17
If you want your dining area to always look elegant and well-groomed, then don’t forget about the tablecloth.
This simple accessory is quite functional as it helps protect your expensive table from damage.
Textiles also give the apartment a cozy atmosphere.
What to look for when choosing a tablecloth
Avoid fun prints
Sometimes we like various cheerful images, but they rarely fit into the interior. As a result, because of one tablecloth, the apartment begins to look cheap.
Also, you shouldn’t buy tablecloths with any other patterns: this spoils the impression.
Don't buy oilcloth
Many may think that oilcloth is an ideal option for a large family, since children often stain the tablecloth.
However, even for the “everyday” option, oilcloth is not suitable, as it makes the interior tasteless.
It is better to choose a classic tablecloth with impregnation, which does not allow dirt to spoil the textile. You can also consider buying a cotton tablecloth, as it is easy to clean, notes designer Yulia Tychino , an expert of the online publication "BelNovosti".
Correct dimensions
It is worth remembering that the everyday tablecloth should extend beyond the table edge by 20 centimeters. If you are setting the table for a special occasion, it is better to focus on a ledge of 40 centimeters.
For especially special occasions, it is recommended to buy a floor-length tablecloth.
Bright accent
Even a plain white tablecloth without patterns is an accent, as it speaks of the impeccable taste of the owners. Simplicity is considered the most elegant and correct solution.
Consider the shape of the table
You can find a tablecloth of any shape, since it must match the "shape" of the table. In some cases, it is allowed to use two tablecloths at the same time.
For example, one becomes the main one and repeats the shape of the table, and the second becomes an independent accent.
