Tablecloth Size Guide: How to Measure for the Right Fit

Quick answer: Measure your tabletop, decide how far you want the cloth to hang over each edge, then add that drop twice: once for each side. This gives you the finished tablecloth width and length.

A tablecloth “drop” is the distance from the edge of the tabletop to the edge of the cloth. Measure your table first, then choose the drop that suits the way you want the table to look and function.

Use this tablecloth size formula

• Cloth width = tabletop width + (2 × desired drop)
• Cloth length = tabletop length + (2 × desired drop)

Use the same unit for every measurement. If your tabletop is in centimetres, calculate the cloth size in centimetres too.

Two examples

Square table

For an 80 × 80 cm tabletop and a 20 cm drop on each side, add 40 cm to each dimension. The calculated cloth size is 120 × 120 cm.

Rectangular table

For a 120 × 80 cm tabletop and a 20 cm drop, add 40 cm to both dimensions. The calculated cloth size is 160 × 120 cm. The beige tassel tablecloth listing includes a 120 × 160 cm option, which has the same two side lengths in the opposite order.

Check the finished cloth measurements

Product size options usually describe the cloth itself, not the tabletop it fits. The beige woven polyester tablecloth at Passion Fruit is listed in 16 square and rectangular sizes, from 60 × 60 cm to 160 × 270 cm. Compare your calculated width and length with the option shown on the product page before choosing.

If the calculated size falls between two options, compare the drop each option would create. A smaller cloth gives a shorter drop; a larger cloth gives a longer one. The exact fit depends on your table dimensions and the cloth size you select.

Quick measuring checklist

1. Measure the tabletop’s length and width, edge to edge.
2. Choose the drop you want on each side.
3. Multiply that drop by two and add it to both tabletop dimensions.
4. Compare the result with the finished cloth measurements listed for the product.

Common questions

What size tablecloth do I need for a 120 × 80 cm table?

It depends on the drop you want. With a 20 cm drop on each side, the calculated cloth size is 160 × 120 cm.

Are the measurements on the product page table dimensions?

No. For the beige tassel tablecloth, the listed measurements are the tablecloth dimensions. Measure your tabletop separately and calculate the drop before selecting a size.

Where can I compare table linen options?

Browse the Table Linens collection or view the beige woven tablecloth with tassel fringe.

If you're choosing between a full-cover cloth and a centre accent, see our table runner size guide for runner lengths and placemat layout tips.