The rule is simple: a tablecloth should drop 20–30 cm over each edge.
Tablecloth and runner sizes for different tables
The rule is simple: a tablecloth should drop 20–30 cm over each edge. For an 80×80 cm square table use about 130×130 cm; for 120×80 cm about 170×130 cm; for a round table 90 cm across, about 150 cm diameter. A runner should be as long as the table plus 30 cm of total overhang, and 30–40 cm wide. For banquet tables (180–240 cm) choose single-piece cloths, not joined. On tall bar tables linen is often skipped or replaced with square placemats.
FAQ
How much drop?
20–30 cm for restaurants; floor-length up to 70 cm for formal setups.