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How To Store Tablecloths The Right Way
Do you face problems of un-pressed, bad smelling tablecloths while going to use them for a sudden dinner party? If yes then the problem is the way you store the tablecloth, and not in your tablecloth. Today I will tell you certain tips to store your tablecloths properly.
Before storing - It is very import that before storing them you wash them properly so that there are no traces of food in them which can attract pests. Drying them perfectly is equality important as moisture is the main reason for fungus attacks.
Hanging - One of the first things that needs to take place is that you hang the table covering. For hanging fold your table cloth 3-4 times depending on its length and then put it on the hanger making only one fold. I will not recommend using wires for hanging as they can leave rust marks and even lead to sharp creases which can weaken the cloth fabric. Try to use wooden, plastic or padded hangers as they will not create much strain on the hanging part, using a towel or cloth on the hanger can also be a good idea in this respect. The best benefit of hanging is that air can play through your fabrics and keep them pest free and won't allow any foul smell in your tablecloth.
Storing Flat - If you don't have space to hang your tablecloths then no problem, you can keep them flat as well. Fold them and wrap them in acid-free tissue paper and store in a cool place. Acid-free tissue papers doesn't turn your tablecloth yellow like the normal ones so try to use them only. Plastic bags, wooden shelves, cardboard boxes can also turn them yellow due to the flumes that are ejected by them. You can also use a bag for storing your tablecloth, but make sure you don't use too small of a bag, which can result in too many folds and wrinkles.
Organize - Keep your tablecloths organized so that you can get the correct one very easily when required. I have seen many times that people tend to forget the color of the tablecloth they need and end up opening up all the tablecloths in the closet to get the one they need. I suggest that you use a label on the hanger with the tablecloths size in it, this makes retrieving the correct one very easy. When storing them flat, use ribbons to keep same size tablecloths in one bundle with their matching napkins, you will be glad you do this later on.
I too try these tips and believe me these are very helpful. Another thing I would like you to do is that unfold and refold your tablecloths at least twice a year to reduce the stress of folding at the same place for a long time.
Before storing - It is very import that before storing them you wash them properly so that there are no traces of food in them which can attract pests. Drying them perfectly is equality important as moisture is the main reason for fungus attacks.
Hanging - One of the first things that needs to take place is that you hang the table covering. For hanging fold your table cloth 3-4 times depending on its length and then put it on the hanger making only one fold. I will not recommend using wires for hanging as they can leave rust marks and even lead to sharp creases which can weaken the cloth fabric. Try to use wooden, plastic or padded hangers as they will not create much strain on the hanging part, using a towel or cloth on the hanger can also be a good idea in this respect. The best benefit of hanging is that air can play through your fabrics and keep them pest free and won't allow any foul smell in your tablecloth.
Storing Flat - If you don't have space to hang your tablecloths then no problem, you can keep them flat as well. Fold them and wrap them in acid-free tissue paper and store in a cool place. Acid-free tissue papers doesn't turn your tablecloth yellow like the normal ones so try to use them only. Plastic bags, wooden shelves, cardboard boxes can also turn them yellow due to the flumes that are ejected by them. You can also use a bag for storing your tablecloth, but make sure you don't use too small of a bag, which can result in too many folds and wrinkles.
Organize - Keep your tablecloths organized so that you can get the correct one very easily when required. I have seen many times that people tend to forget the color of the tablecloth they need and end up opening up all the tablecloths in the closet to get the one they need. I suggest that you use a label on the hanger with the tablecloths size in it, this makes retrieving the correct one very easy. When storing them flat, use ribbons to keep same size tablecloths in one bundle with their matching napkins, you will be glad you do this later on.
I too try these tips and believe me these are very helpful. Another thing I would like you to do is that unfold and refold your tablecloths at least twice a year to reduce the stress of folding at the same place for a long time.
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When it comes to buying tablecloths you need to understand that you must buy them online. Most people think that a tablecloth is a tablecloth but the truth is that all tablecloths are different.