What this calculator does
Tablecloth size works out tablecloth dimensions needed for a table, from its size and how far you want the drop. Enter your own figures above and the answer updates as you type: nothing is fixed in the code, so the result reflects exactly the numbers you supply.
The formula this calculator evaluates is printed under the tool and explained below, so you can check the working by hand or reuse it in a spreadsheet.
The formula
FormulaTablecloth length/width = table length/width + 2 × drop length; round tablecloth diameter = table diameter + 2 × drop
The inputs explained
| Field | What to enter |
|---|---|
| Table shape | Choose from Rectangular / square, Round. |
| Table length (cm) | A number, measured in cm. Starts at 180. |
| Table width (cm) | A number, measured in cm. Starts at 90. |
| Table diameter (round) (cm) | A number, measured in cm. Starts at 120. |
| Desired drop (cm) | A number, measured in cm. Starts at 25. |
Worked examples
Every figure in the tables below is produced by this page’s own calculator at build time, so the numbers and the tool always agree. Select any row to load that scenario.
How the answer changes with table length
Every other input is held at the calculator’s starting values while table length varies. Select any row to load that scenario into the calculator.
How the answer changes with table length