Design of tablecloths

Each housewife strives in her home to create the most comfortable environment that will emphasize the individual lifestyle and aesthetic preferences of her family. To do this, there are many different techniques - all these are so lovely to the heart elements of the decor, details. For many such an integral part of the interior of the room and kitchen is a tablecloth. And here it is very important that the design of the tablecloth is combined with the rest of the room. How to choose the right product that will delight the eye and not bring much trouble? Let's look at the choice of tablecloths in this article.

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Why do I need a tablecloth?

The role of such textiles depends on where it is destined to be. In any case, it is part of the interior, but apart from this:

• An important function is to protect the furniture cover from various damages. This is especially necessary if the furniture is antique and expensive as a memory of the past.
• Decorative bedspread can not only protect the table from damage, but also mask the old ones. For example, if there were scratches from the knife on the surface of the table, which someone decided to cut food without using a cutting board, it is necessary to hide damage to prying eyes.
• At the festive table the tablecloth is a kind of decoration, emphasizes the atmosphere of solemnity, so its individual elements are important.

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How to choose a tablecloth?

An unequivocal answer to the question of what kind of tablecloth is better, no. This product should be selected on several points, without respect of which your purchase either does not fit into the interior, or will cause too much trouble.

When choosing "clothes" for your table, you need to consider several criteria, due to which you can choose the ideal option.

• Shape and size of the table;
• The room in which the table is located;
• Room design;
• Purpose of the product to be purchased.

Size and shape of the tablecloth

Before buying a new dress for the room, measure the length and width of the table. It is for these indicators to choose the product. If you have a round or oval table, measure the diameter of the large and small circles on the basis of which such tables are designed.

Important! Everyday tablecloth should hang from the edges on 15-20 cm on each side, so you should choose one that will be 30-40 cm longer than the width and length of the measurements you received.

Fabric for the product

Tablecloths come not only in different sizes and shapes, but also different quality fabrics. In addition, that the design of tablecloths from different fabrics can be different, but for each of them there are pros and cons:

• Cotton bedspreads are easy to wash, they do not need any special care, they do not need to buy a lot of extra money. The fabric is pleasant to the touch, so it is an excellent everyday option for furniture in the living room or on the veranda.
• Linen tablecloths look chic, but they are suitable only for special, solemn occasions. Linen fabrics are very easy to crease after washing, and ironing them is not an easy task. In addition, linen cloth products are short-lived, so do not use them all the time.
• As an answer to the question of what kind of tablecloth to choose for the kitchen, the ideal option will be a cover made of synthetic material, for example, an ordinary oilcloth. Costs it is inexpensive, because of what for serious damages it is not a pity to throw out. Care of it is simple: the dirt is easily eliminated by wiping with a damp cloth.

Important! If you have children at home who work with plasticine or paints directly on the table, then buy the oilcloth as a basic tablecloth or as a transparent cover. This acquisition will save you money, nerves and time.

• Another type of material is Teflon and plasticized fabrics. Above, they are covered with a water repellent, so these tablecloths can be used in the kitchen. A variety of design tablecloths of these materials allow you to pick up products that fit into the style of your kitchen.

Color and design of

When choosing a tablecloth, it is worth paying attention to the coloring of the fabric. With monophonic materials, problems do not arise: they easily fit into the interior, in which there is a similar color scheme.

With products made of fabric with a pattern is somewhat more difficult: they can be thematic and bright. Such products fit into the basic design is not always. For example, "clothing" with parrots, trees or flowers will only work if the entire room is made in a similar style: bright and thematic.

Important! For a classic room is more suitable blanket with a neutral pattern.

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Table cloth variants for a rectangular table

The design of a tablecloth on a rectangular table depends on its purpose:

• If the product is bought for everyday use, it is better to choose a cotton cloth with or without drawing( depending on the room).The length of the tablecloth should not greatly exceed the length of the table.
• You can also buy a tablecloth-case. They are sewn to order according to the parameters you specify. The fabric for the "veil" you choose on your own, based on your preferences.

If you want to make this tablecloth with your own hands, then you need:

1. Choose the fabric for your creation.
2. Cut a rectangle whose sides correspond to the length and width of the table.
3. Then, from the same fabric, cut a length from the side of the rectangle to which you are going to sew this blank, and about 20 cm wide.
4. The resulting blanks are sewn to the edges of the base. The sides are sewn together.

Important! For a festive feast, a tablecloth is more suitable, the edges of which will reach the floor. Most often these are snow-white or light products made of flax, a non-boring pattern is possible. Such elements will give solemnity and beauty to the interior.

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Tips for choosing a tablecloth

When choosing the perfect product, remember several rules:

• The color and design of the tablecloth should be neutral. If you can not understand what you need, note which color is most common in the elements of the room.
• Beautiful and expensive bedspreads should be used only in special cases. For everyday use, the product is more suitable, and easy to care for.
• For a sliding table, purchase two tablecloths at once, which you will use in different cases.

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Decoration elements

An important element in the design of any thing, including tablecloths, are ornaments:

• This can be embroidery placed on the edges of a tablecloth, or fringe and lace around the perimeter of the product. Such tablecloths will look spectacular and perfectly suited for special occasions or as a gift.
• If you use several tablecloths competently, you can achieve very interesting results. For example, putting on top of the main cover a narrower( the so-called "path").They can be of different colors and from different fabrics. Do not be afraid to experiment!
• You can make all the furniture in the same room. Excellent for this fit cases of the same fabric as the table covering the product. They can be bought in stores or made by yourself.
• You can replace an ordinary and somewhat annoying tablecloth with several openwork napkins, placing them on the surface of the table. And already on these napkins to put dishes with food, plates for guests and vases with fruit.

We hope that the tips from this article helped you to choose the design of the tablecloth that will bring new accents to the whole atmosphere and emphasize the atmosphere of tranquility, home silence or solemnity of the planned event. All the beauty and comfort in the house!