TABLE CLOTH

Linen is broadly used to include the

tablecloth, silence cloth, runners,
placemats, and napkins. It comes in
varied types of materials, including fiber,
plastic, and paper. They provide the
background for the dining table, as they
come in different colors, styles, textures,
and designs to fit the theme, occasion, or
atmosphere in the dining room. They are
chosen to blend with the other table
appointments and create the desired
dining ambience.
KINDS OF LINEN:
 SILENCE CLOTH
-a thick material used in dining table under
the table cloth which deadens noise of dishes
and prevents tablecloth from sliding.

 TABLECLOTH
-a cloth used to over the table and improves
overall look of the table.
 TOP CLOTH
-small pieces of materials placed on top of
tablecloths. It lessens the need of changing the
large tablecloth more frequently.

 TABLE RUNNERS
-long, narrow strips of cloth used on bare tables
without under liners. These can be used even
without tablecloths especially when the tabletop is
of special finish.
 PLACEMATS
-it is placed underneath the individual plates and
dishes to catch crumbs, and protect the tablecloth,
a protective table pad usually made of paper,
plastic or cloth for restaurants and households.

 NAPKINS
-a small piece of table linen that is used to wipe
the mouth and to cover the lap in order to protect
clothing of guests. It can be folded plain or in a
variety of fancy shapes when set on the table.
 DOILIES
-small ornamental piece of lace or linen or
paper used to protect a surface from scratches by
hard objects such as vases or bowls; or to
decorate a plate of food. It can be round, oblong,
or square depending on the material placed over
it. It is placed under the salt and pepper, or other
dishes on the table.
SELECTION OF CARE OF
LINENS
Linens must be selected base don the
following considerations:

a. OCCASION
b. TYPE OF MATERIAL
c. COLOR & DESIGN
d. DURABILITY
e. VERSATILITY
Linens must be made of absorbent material. They
must be also be durable to withstand frequent
washing and colorfast to be always presentable in
the dining room.

The color and design of the linen must be

selected to blend with the overall color motif and
style of dining room and it is wiser and more
practical in the long run to purchase linens of a
durable material. The more use can be made of
one’s linen, the less investment is needed.