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Although we love a total design makeover, small swaps — like setting out fancy wine glasses or upgrading your placemats — can make a big difference in setting the mood. An easy place to start is by choosing the best tablecloth to accent your dining room table.
Choosing the best tablecloth for your dining room relies on a few factors. Price can vary with size, design, and materials, but the best tablecloths make every meal feel special. We’ve found quality table linens for every budget — including entertaining upgrades and use-it-year-round staples. Every tablecloth on this list is machine washable, so there’s no need for an extra trip to the dry cleaner. Read on for our list of the best tablecloths to get your dining space ready for everyday, holiday, and outdoor entertaining.
The bold pattern on this tablecloth will get the conversation started at your next holiday meal. The design is hand-printed in India and is the result of an exclusive partnership with textile company Block Shop and Food52. Its blend of linen and cotton means you don’t have to baby it when cleaning up after a meal (did we mention it's machine-washable?), plus, it also has just the right amount of carefree rumple after washing.
Material: Linen and cotton blend | Available Lengths: 70 x 90 inches | Machine Washable: Yes
Your holiday dinner spread (or quick weeknight meal) deserves this effortlessly chic tablecloth from Serena & Lily. It’s patterned with a classic gingham in either two-toned blues, red, or yellow, which makes it easily transition through the seasons. Cotton construction also means this tablecloth is easy to machine wash after spills and stains — just be sure to pretreat it with a stain remover and dry it on the lowest setting to avoid shrinking. It's also perfect for transitioning to an outdoor table setting, so it's wonderful to keep on hand for every season.
Material: Cotton | Available Lengths: 66 square inches; 60 x 108 inches; 60 x 120 inches | Machine Washable: Yes
Designed in New York City and crafted in India, this quietly beautiful square tablecloth could easily become an heirloom piece in your collection. It’s made with care and crafted by hand, featuring embroidered palm trees and leaves, plus detachable weighted tassels to keep the corners in place.
The deep green hue is appropriate year-round for meals both big and small; dressy or casual. We think a set of matching moody candlesticks would look right at home atop this beautiful table linen.
Material: Cotton and linen blend | Available Lengths: 70 x 70 inches | Machine Washable: Yes
This Amazon find is a rare diamond thanks to its 100% linen construction for a very attractive price. The rustic linen tablecloth is made to toss casually over your tabletop for a carefree, relaxed way to set the table. This tablecloth is available in six different sizes and an impressive 26 colors, including goes-with-everything charcoal and cream hues; all with a classic hemstitched edge. Add cloth napkins and matching placemats in complementary colors, and you’re all set to serve a special meal.
Material: Linen | Available Lengths: 52 x 52 inches; 60 x 90 inches; 60 x 108 inches; 60 x 120 inches; 60 x 132 inches; 60 x 144 inches | Machine Washable: Yes
Are you having dinner in Provence or is that just the scent of lavender on the breeze? This beautifully block-printed tablecloth will transport you to the lavender fields of southern France with hues of amethyst, warm cream, and grassy-green chartreuse. It’s guaranteed colorfast and won’t fade — no matter how many times you use, love, or spill rosé on it.
Material: Cotton | Available Lengths: 59 x 59 inches; 59 x 86 inches; 71 x 71 inches; 71 x 106 inches; 71 x 128 inches; 71 x 142 inches | Machine Washable: Yes
An understated tablecloth is a stunner in modern farmhouse kitchens. The chunky buffalo checkered pattern of this one is available in multiple lengths and five subdued, pre-faded hues (although we’re partial to gray for its versatility). Soft and durable thanks to its cotton construction, this fall-friendly tablecloth is one we’d proudly use all year long.
Material: Cotton | Available Lengths: 52 x 52 inches; 52 x 70 inches; 60 x 84 inches; 60 x 102 inches; 60 x 120 inches; 70 inches round | Machine Washable: Yes
If you can't have dinner at the seaside, bring the beach to your table year-round with this classic nautical design. Thick blue stripes give it an “anchors aweigh!” theme, but it’s also offered in pink and black. Stain-resistant fabric and a sturdy 1-inch hem make this durable polyester tablecloth a smart choice for casual dinner parties or even birthdays for little ones. Additional sizes are available with a zippered edge.
Material: Polyester | Available Lengths: 14 x 72 inches; 14 x 108 inches; 60 x 84 inches; 60 x 120 inches; 52 inches round; 60 inches round | Machine Washable: Yes
Set the table with this tablecloth patterned with yellow-breasted robins, and you’ll swear spring is just around the corner (no matter what time of year it is). Its frosty gray background is winter-appropriate, but the budding leaf motif can take you through the warmer months. This tablecloth has an impressive 7,000+ glowing reviews. It also comes in over 10 different available lengths to fit any sized dining room table.
Material: Cotton | Available Lengths: 54 x 54 inches; 54 x 72 inches; 60 x 60 inches; 60 x 90 inches; 60 x 108 inches; 60 x 120 inches; 70 x 90 inches; 70 x 108 inches; 70 x 120 inches; 63 inches round; 69 inches round | Machine Washable: Yes
Fans of creamy neutrals will fall for this beige and tan striped tablecloth. Decorated with simple tassels on all four sides, it’s just the right amount of understated elegance. We especially like its blend of fabrics, as the mixture of linen and cotton offers the best of both materials.
It won’t wrinkle immediately after washing, and it’s soft to the touch. With an impressive variety of sizes that can accommodate dining room furniture ranging from petite breakfast nook tables to large dining tables, you may just find yourself ordering more than one.
Material: Linen and cotton blend | Available Lengths: 55 x 55 inches; 55 x 70 inches; 55 x 86 inches; 55 x 102 inches; 55 x 120 inches | Machine Washable: Yes
Looking for something delicate and soft? This lace tablecloth is an Amazon top seller for wedding receptions, bridal and baby showers, and—of course—romantic dinners. The intricate open lace pattern is especially durable thanks to its nylon construction. This design comes in a handful of colors, but the bright white is our pick; you can even layer it over a solid-color tablecloth for added texture. And yes: It can be washed at home (use the gentle cycle and skip the dryer).
Material: Nylon lace | Available Lengths: 60 x 120 inches | Machine Washable: Yes
Pattern and color may draw you to a new tablecloth, but it’s not the only thing that matters when choosing one for your table. Ease of care matters, especially if you plan on using it regularly, or during meals where spillage and stains are likely to happen. All of the tablecloths on this list are machine washable, although some require cold wash cycles to reduce shrinking, and not all can be tossed in the dryer.
The materials matter, too. Synthetic fabrics, like polyester-blended fabrics, are inexpensive and easy to wash. But due to their shorter fibers, they tend to pill easily, and may not last as long — especially if you regularly launder them. On the other hand, natural fibers — think cotton and linen — are more durable and offer a softer texture, though they can wrinkle easily and may require ironing.
Finally, there’s size to consider. To find the right size tablecloth for your table, measure both the width and the length of the table. Decide how much of a drop you want (that’s the amount of fabric overhang), and double it. For example, if your table measures 60 x 75 inches, and you want an 8-inch drop, you’d add 16 inches to your width and length measurements. For round tables, just add double your desired drop length to the diameter. Generally speaking, it’s best to save dramatically long drops for formal events — like that big holiday dinner.
pvc transparent film Rochelle Bilow is a food writer and commerce editor with over a decade of professional experience. Previously a senior associate editor and social media manager at Bon Appétit and Cooking Light magazines, Rochelle is also a novelist, a culinary school graduate, and a former professional baker and line cook. Rochelle has written extensively about home and kitchen products in the luxury space; in researching this article, she researched dozens of tablecloths across various price points.