Choosing the Right Table Linen for Your Event Tables

When planning your wedding or special event, table linen can completely transform the look and feel of your space. Whether you’re styling a relaxed rustic tipi wedding, an elegant sailcloth marquee celebration, or a luxury corporate event, choosing the correct linen size is essential for achieving the right finish.

At Special Event Tipis & Marquees, we’re frequently asked what size tablecloths work best with our event tables, so we’ve put together this simple guide to help.

We always recommend a full floor-length, sweeping linen style for a timeless and elegant finish. However, for some of our rustic solid wood tables, particularly those with exposed wooden legs, many couples choose a shorter drop for a more relaxed and contemporary look.

We regularly recommend both 88 Events Linen Hire and Northfield Linen Hire for high-quality event linen hire.

Recommended Linen Sizes for Our Tables

Trestle Tables

  • 2m x 70cm Slatted Wood Tables: 108’ x 72’ for our long 2m tables.
  • 6ft x 2ft Table
    Recommended linen: 88” x 144”
    Available across all linen ranges. Excess fabric may need to be tucked underneath.
  • 6ft x 2ft 6” Table
    Recommended linen: 88” x 144”
    Available across all ranges and provides a floor-length finish.
  • 6ft x 3ft Table
    Recommended linen: 88” x 144”
    Available in all ranges but will sit approximately 2–3 inches off the floor on either side.
  • 4ft x 3ft Table
    Recommended linen: 88” x 144”
    Available in all ranges, though excess may need tucking underneath on the length while sitting slightly off the floor on one side.

Round Tables

  • 3ft Round Table
    Recommended linen: 96” round drop
    Available across all linen ranges.
  • 5ft Round Table
    Recommended linen: 120” round drop
    Available in the Essential range. Alternatively, a 132” linen can be used from other ranges with excess fabric tucked underneath.
  • 5ft 6” Round Table
    Recommended linen: 120” round drop
    Available in the Essential range. A 132” option from other ranges can also be used with excess material tucked underneath.
  • 6ft Round Table
    Recommended linen: 132” round drop
    Available across all ranges and provides a floor-length finish.

Whether you’re hiring tables for a wedding, private party, or corporate event, getting the linen sizing right helps create a polished and cohesive look throughout your venue. Our team is always happy to advise on the best combinations for tipi hire, sailcloth marquee hire, and event furniture hire packages.

With special thanks to 88 Events, who were kind enough to advise us on their various sizings and recommendations and availability – thank you so much!

Start Planning Your Event

Whether you’re planning a wedding, celebration or special event, we’d love to hear about your plans and help bring everything together. If you’re looking for marquee hire or wedding and event furniture hire in Cumbria, Northumberland or Scotland, our team would love to help you create a space that perfectly suits your style and venue.

Get in touch to explore our full range of furniture and styling options, and start bringing your event plans to life.