Tablecloth Fabric Calculator

Enter table dimensions and drop length — get fabric yardage for a custom tablecloth

Calculate fabric for a custom tablecloth that fits your table perfectly.

🍽️ Table Measurements

Table Shape

Table Length (in)

Table Width (in)

Drop Length

Fabric Settings

Fabric Width

Pattern Repeat (in)

About This Tool

A custom tablecloth fits perfectly and matches your décor exactly. Whether you're making a casual everyday cloth or an elegant floor-length cover, this calculator tells you how much fabric to buy. Enter your table dimensions and choose your drop length — how far the cloth hangs over the edge. Casual drops are 8-10 inches, formal is 15 inches, and floor-length is about 30 inches. The calculator handles rectangular and round tables.

How to Use

1. Measure your table length and width (for round tables, measure diameter) 2. Select drop length based on formality 3. Choose your fabric width 4. Calculate total yardage needed

Formula

Tablecloth width = Table width + (Drop × 2) + 1" for hems Tablecloth length = Table length + (Drop × 2) + 1" for hems For round: Diameter = Table diameter + (Drop × 2) + 1"

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the standard tablecloth drop?

Casual dining uses 8-10 inches. Formal dining uses 15 inches (reaches about lap level). Floor-length for events is 30 inches. For buffet tables, one side might be floor-length while the serving side is shorter.

How do I make a round tablecloth?

Cut a square of fabric larger than your final diameter. Fold in quarters, measure radius from the folded corner, and cut an arc. When unfolded, you have a perfect circle. Hem with a rolled or narrow hem — wide hems don't work on curves.