Good everyday tablecloth?

[ha98ed14]

Having the Christmas linens out made me realize I like having a tablecloth on. Do you have an everyday one you like that can go in the washer? I want two: wear one, wash one. I have an odd table: 47 x 94 oval, so need a oval tablecloth.

[maestramommy]

I like the finished look of a tablecloth too. I even bought one when we first got married. Hasn't been out since the first kid started sitting at the table. Right now it would be downright hazardous to have one. :p

But I got my tablecloth at IKEA.

[PunkyBoo]

I really like the ones that are coated fabric. They repel stains and spills pretty well. I got them at Bed Bath and Beyond with the 20% coupon. I have this one: http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/product.asp?SKU=111522&COL=963&RN=2528& but it's not nearly as dark or brown as it looks online - it's very neutral in our dining room. Easy to wash, easy to clean, and the stripe pattern in it, while neutral, hides any stains that might set in.

[marie]

I really like the ones that are coated fabric. They repel stains and spills pretty well. I got them at Bed Bath and Beyond with the 20% coupon. I have this one: http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/product.asp?SKU=111522&COL=963&RN=2528& but it's not nearly as dark or brown as it looks online - it's very neutral in our dining room. Easy to wash, easy to clean, and the stripe pattern in it, while neutral, hides any stains that might set in.

:yeahthat: I have that one in the blue and the now-discontinued yellow check. They're perfect for the inevitable spills. The only stain that my blue one now has is some oil from potato pancakes that I didn't wipe up right away.

[Pear]

I have that same BBBY tablecloth. It stands up to the kid onslaught really nicely. My only complaint is that I wish it came in more patterns.

[indigo99]

Depending on how worried you are about using PVC and phthalates in your home, you may want to be careful with the laminated tablecloths. I know that there are some new rules preventing some of them from being used for bibs for instance.

[megs4413]

I get mine at Target. Whenever I see a new one with a design/pattern I like I pick it up. I love having my table "dressed" all the time. They're not the fanciest things, but they always have a variety of options and sizes...I have a square kitchen table.

[Jo..]

This won't help the OP, but Snugglebuggles once gave me a tip on tablecloths for square tables. So this is for all of you that have a square table in your nook or kitchen. I was having a hard time finding a tablecloth to fit mine, which is 54"x54". I ordered a plain red one on Amazon, but it felt thin and cheap, stained easily, and wrinkled in the wash.

Snugglebuggles told me I could use a SHOWER CURTAIN as a tablecloth. They are the PERFECT size, come in ten million prints and colors, are usually thick, water and stain resistant, and wash beautifully.

I am currently using this faux suede one from Kohls, and I really like it.
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f254/joellenh/005-35.jpg
It's under $26 right now -20% coupon= just under $21. I think I paid less, so watch for 30% and a sale on any shower curtain/table cloth your heart desires. :wink2:
http://www.kohls.com/kohlsStore/bathroom/shower_accessories/shower_curtains/casual/patterns/PRD~128847/FauxSuede+Shower+Curtain.jsp

I will never go back to regular tablecloths again.

[Mommy_Mea]

I am in the market for a good laminated tablecloth too. DS1 (and soon DS2) just makes too much of a mess to keep using cloth table coverings. I have been considering these:

http://www.etsy.com/listing/71853494/custom-small-laminated-cotton-oblong-or

It is a modern oilcloth, PVC free. I love the patterns. Etsy has a bunch of sellers for the laminated cotton/oilcloth. I am sure they could make you a custom size as well.

[LMPC]

We have one from Target that just's plain white that we use for a clean look. It's cotton..not coated...and really easy to wash. Stains come right out! We don't leave it on...just use it for meals..then wash.

[TwinFoxes]

Depending on how worried you are about using PVC and phthalates in your home, you may want to be careful with the laminated tablecloths. I know that there are some new rules preventing some of them from being used for bibs for instance.

The BBB ones are cotton, not vinyl, so I think they don't have the same issues as the old fashioned ones. They're more like the etsy ones pp linked to.

[ahisma]

I got a great deal on some fabric from Ikea that I'm going to hem and use - I got enough for two table cloths for under $20. You don't even need to know how to sew, Ikea sells the iron on stuff right there. Easy peasy and some great prints to pick from.

ETA: This fabric, but it's warmer (more turquoise) IRL. http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/90185527/

[ha98ed14]

Depending on how worried you are about using PVC and phthalates in your home, you may want to be careful with the laminated tablecloths. I know that there are some new rules preventing some of them from being used for bibs for instance.

Could someone elaborate on this? I know that ph..lates (sp?) are bad to store food in, but is there a problem with having a tablecloth with them? I mean, we aren't eating directly off the tablecloth, right? Are they bad to have in the house at all?

[ahisma]

Could someone elaborate on this? I know that ph..lates (sp?) are bad to store food in, but is there a problem with having a tablecloth with them? I mean, we aren't eating directly off the tablecloth, right? Are they bad to have in the house at all?

They off-gas. They're not permanently adhered to the surface and some conditions (such as a heat) encourage them to off-gas.

[Globetrotter]

I have affordable washable ones from BB&B. They come in a variety of colors and are easy care and they stand up to heavy use and frequent washing!

http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/product.asp?SKU=106971

I also like to buy them at the Crate and Barrel outlet, and those are not AS easy to maintain but not bad at all, and they are pretty :)