What is a narrow tablecloth called?

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When decorating a festive feast, it is very important not only to decide on the menu and cutlery, but also to pay maximum attention to the textiles involved in the decoration.

You can stylishly emphasize the texture of the table by highlighting areas of its surface using a runner.

Often this type of textile is also called a tablecloth runner.

Table decoration - runner

Runner is usually called a type of narrow naperon (top covering that protects the main tablecloth from stains and abrasion) covering the surface of the dining table.

Quite often, this type of tablecloth is used when decorating wedding tables, both in restaurants and outdoors.

It looks very impressive and solemn.

Reference! In most cases, it is customary to place main dishes, plates of fruit and bouquets of flowers on such a tablecloth.

Types and materials

There are different types of runners. They can be either narrow or wide, with a long or short overhang, simple or unusual in shape.

The material used to make these tablecloths can also differ significantly.

Most often you can find these types of runners:

made of fabric (plain, textured or printed);
made of burlap (sometimes combined with lace);
made of lace (great option for a classic wedding);
from ribbons of different colors, widths, styles and textures (to create a more “voluminous” decor);
made of paper (the most budget option);
made of wood (a good choice for a rustic wedding);
in a glamorous style (from fabrics with sparkles, sequins and beads).

Decor options

The runner can be placed along the table, diagonally or across. The last option allows you to create the effect of a “dialogue” between people.

If the table has a beautiful wooden tabletop or elegant carved legs, such a table runner will look great even without the main tablecloth.

The table can be covered either with one common runner in the middle so that its width is enough for all seats, or with separate ones (one for every two seats located opposite each other).