How to Measure a Tablecloth

How to measure a tablecloth for your next event with these quick and easy tips.  Before you grab your measuring tape and calculator, please know that a Bergen Linen team member would be happy to walk you through the steps below.  We understand that sometimes it is easier with a friendly voice on the other end of the line.

Wondering what tablecloth will fit your party table?  First, you will need to know these two key pieces of information:

• Table’s length and width (or a round table’s diameter).
  • To calculate a table’s diameter, simply measure from end-to-end starting at the widest point.
• Your drop preference.
  • A “drop” is the length of fabric extending past a table’s edge.  For a more formal look, a longer drop would be used.)

Measuring for Square and Rectangle Tables

• Multiply the preferred drop length by 2 and add the result to the table’s length. This is your tablecloth’s length.
• Then, multiply the preferred drop length by 2 and add that result to the table’s width. This is your tablecloth’s width.

(You are multiplying the drop length by 2 so each side of the table is accounted for.)

Common Square Party Linen Rental Tablecloth Sizes

• 30″ Table (4 guests) 85″ Square Tablecloth (Full Drop)
• 42″ Table (8 guests) 72″ Square Tablecloth (Half Drop)
• 54″ Table (8 guests) 85″ Square Tablecloth (Half Drop)

Common Rectangular Party Linen Rental Tablecloth Sizes

• 6′ Table (6 guests) 60″ x 102″ Rectangular Tablecloth (Half Drop)
• 8′ Table (8 guests) 60″ x 126″ Rectangular Tablecloth (Half Drop)
• 8′ Table (8 guests) 90″ x 156″ Rectangular Tablecloth (Full Drop)
• 6′ Table ( 6 guests) 90″ X 156″ Rectangular Tablecloth (Puddle Drop)

Measuring for Round Tables

• Multiply the preferred drop by 2 and add this number to the diameter.  This is your tablecloth’s measurement.

Common Round Party Linen Rental Tablecloth Sizes

• 48″ Table (4-5 guests) 76″ Round Tablecloth (Half Drop)
• 60″ Table ( 8-10 guests) 90″ Round Tablecloth (Half Drop)
• 72″ Table (10-12 guests) 108″ Round Tablecloth (Half Drop)
• 48″ Table (4-5 guests) 108″ Round Tablecloth (Full Drop)
• 60″ Table (8-10 guests) 120″ Round Tablecloth (Full Drop)
• 72″ Table (10-12 guests) 132″ Round Tablecloth (Full Drop)

We hope that you have enjoyed our tips on how to measure a tablecloth (or rather a table).Table cloth sizes can be a little tricky so please feel free to email info@bergenlinen.com or call (800) 789-8115 with any questions.  For a quick response, please be sure to have your table sizes handy.  Catering venues, restaurants, event designers and DIY party planners are welcome to our event linen rentals.  Ready to place an order? Please email orders@bergenlinen.com or try our request form.