June 7, 2011. Paul Hixon
There is wide selection of wipe clean tablecloths available in the market for kitchen, dining room and garden use. There are various designs, colours and makes to choose from.
You can have traditionally country look for your kitchen or a formal look for the dinner party, a fun and cartoon look for kid birthday parties, flowery designs for evening teas or a Mediterranean look for dining outdoors. Whatever the occasion and the need you can easily find a wipe clean tablecloth to suit perfectly. Given below is the descriptions of some of the materials used for a wipe clean tablecloth.
Acrylic coated cotton tablecloths: These wipe clean tablecloths feel and drape like cotton. They are ideal for formal dinner parties and even evening entertainments where a classic look is desired. Acrylic coated cotton wipe clean tablecloths can be easily wiped clean and be occasionally washed (3o degrees and non-bleach soap powder). They are available in square, round, rectangle and oval shapes. You can even order edgings on a tablecloth. However, there is one small downside and that the spills from liquids such as fruit wines and juices need to be cleaned immediately.
PVC coated fabric: This fabric is often confused with vinyl but they are different. PVC coated fabric is basically a material, which has been printed and laminated. PVC coated fabric wipe clean tablecloth are available in matt finish so avoid the plastic look. They will softly drape over your table. The advantage of this fabric is that the wipe clean tablecloth is extremely durable. It is also ideal for tablecloths, aprons and shopping bags.
Vinyl and Clear Vinyl: vinyl is the classic material used for wipe clean tablecloth. It is completely waterproof and does not require any extra cleaning efforts other than a simple wipe. You can easily leave it out in the sun and rain and no damages will be done. Also, you can cut the vinyl wipe clean tablecloth in any shape and size and it will not fray at the ends.
Clear Vinyl tablecloths are completely transparent and they provide a perfect cover for your linen tablecloths. You can also buy one with printed motifs for plain wooden tables. The choice of wipe clean tablecloth will depend on your requirements.
Updated June 7, 2011. Published February 8, 2011. Paul Hixon
