How To Measure For Oblong Tablecloth

How to Measure for an Oblong Tablecloth

An oblong tablecloth is a rectangular tablecloth with rounded corners. It is a popular choice for dining tables because it is both elegant and practical. Oblong tablecloths come in a variety of sizes, so it is important to measure your table before purchasing one.

To measure for an oblong tablecloth, you will need the following:

A measuring tape
A pencil or pen
A piece of paper

Step 1: Measure the length of your table.

Place the measuring tape at the center of one end of the table and run it to the center of the opposite end. Note down the measurement.

Step 2: Measure the width of your table.

Place the measuring tape at the center of one side of the table and run it to the center of the opposite side. Note down the measurement.

Step 3: Add 12 to 18 inches to each measurement.

This will give you the desired drop or overhang of the tablecloth. The standard tablecloth drop is 6 to 9 inches, so you will need to add 12 to 18 inches to each measurement to account for the extra fabric that will hang over the edges of the table.

Step 4: Write down the finished measurements.

Once you have added 12 to 18 inches to each measurement, write down the finished measurements on a piece of paper. These are the measurements that you will need when you purchase an oblong tablecloth.

Here is an example of how to measure for an oblong tablecloth:

If your table is 60 inches long and 36 inches wide, you would add 12 to 18 inches to each measurement.

The finished measurements would be 72 to 78 inches long and 48 to 54 inches wide.

When purchasing an oblong tablecloth, be sure to choose a size that is at least 12 inches larger than your table on both the length and width. This will ensure that the tablecloth has a nice drop or overhang and that it will fit your table properly.