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The standard "drop" of a tablecloth is 9"-14" with the longer drop being the most formal. A long drop is more elegant, especially for cloths with an elaborate border, but may be unwieldy for every day. Calculating the size needed is easy: Simply measure the width and the length of the table, and add 18"-28" For example, a table measuring 36" wide by 70" long would require a tablecloth that is between 54"-64" wide and 88"-98" long. In this case, we would recommend a 63" x 95" tablecloth (or near that size). Measuring your table is the most accurate way to get a cloth that fits.
As a general rule, tablecloth sizes are appropriate for the number of guests as follows:
Square tablecloths:
Rectangular tablecloths:
Round tablecloths, standard drop (tablecloth size given as diameter of circle):
Round tablecloths, to-the-floor drop:
Mixing square and round tablecloths: