Table linens are textile products used to decorate and protect your dining table. They come in a variety of materials, styles, and sizes to suit different occasions and preferences. Here's a breakdown of table linen products:
Tablecloths
- Tablecloth: A large piece of fabric that covers the entire surface of a table.
- Table overlay/Table topper: A smaller tablecloth that covers only the central part of the table, often used on top of another tablecloth for added decoration or protection.
- Table skirt: A fabric piece that drapes around the edge of a table, hiding the legs and creating a finished look.
- Table runner: A long, narrow piece of fabric placed lengthwise down the center of the table.
- Table scarf: Similar to a table runner, but narrower and often used for decorative purposes on a console table or sideboard.
Placemats
- Placemats: Individual mats placed at each diner's seat to protect the tablecloth or table surface from spills and scratches.
- Placemat set: A set of placemats, typically sold in quantities of 4, 6, 8, or 12.
Napkins
- Napkins/Cloth napkins: Fabric squares or rectangles used for wiping hands and faces while dining.
- Paper napkins: Disposable napkins made from paper pulp, used for similar purposes as cloth napkins.
- Cocktail napkins/Dinner napkins: Cloth napkins in different sizes, with dinner napkins being larger than cocktail napkins.
- Linen napkins/Cotton napkins/Polyester napkins: Napkins made from different fabrics, offering variations in absorbency, durability, and style.
- Napkin set: A set of cloth napkins, typically sold in quantities of 4, 6, 8, or 12.
Other Table Linens
- Table pad/Table protector/Table cover/Table throw: Protective coverings placed underneath a tablecloth or directly on the table surface to protect it from stains, scratches, or heat.
- Table linen collection: A set of table linens that coordinate in style or color, often including a tablecloth, placemats, and napkins.
- Embroidered tablecloth/Printed tablecloth/Lace tablecloth/Hemstitched tablecloth/Damask tablecloth: Tablecloths with various decorative finishes and embellishments.
Table linens come in a wide variety of materials, including cotton, linen, polyester, lace, and vinyl. The choice of material will influence factors like durability, absorbency, formality, and ease of care.
