With Valentine’s Day fast approaching many couples will be planning a nice meal either at home or at a restaurant. So the question is do linen tablecloths make a difference when eating?
If you’ve ever been in a restaurant with a dirty, hard tablecloth you’ll know just how off putting it can be. There was even a survey carried out in the USA that found in 2005, people attending restaurants with white tablecloths has increased by over 40% compared to the previous year. It also proved that these same diners are spending more on their meals when dining out. So it’s needless to say that in the restaurant industry, good quality tablecloths make a difference in the customers eyes.
What are the linen tablecloths to look out for?
Good linen tablecloths will look clean, crisp yet soft and luxurious to the touch. They also needs to be practical so that they protect the table(s) surface from scratches and other damage from food and drink spillages etc… so the tablecloth material is important.
There are a number of tablecloth materials that can be used, from polyester, cotton, pvc and paper… each has its advantages and disadvantages. Pvc and polyester for example is ideal if you work in a café that serves greasy food (as it’s easy to maintain), however if you were to walk into a top end restaurant you wouldn’t expect to fin these material on the tables.
Cotton tablecloths are usually seen in top end restaurants, and even though they may require a bit more effort than pvc materials, the luxurious look they give off will certainly be worth it (in your customers eyes at least).
What colours to go for?
If you have a more formal restaurant white is usually the preferred colour, as it gives off a clean but quality feel to the table. However if you want to be a bit more daring and add a bit of colour to the table, you can by adding a colourful base tablecloth.
What size?
The size of tablecloth you go for all depends on the size of the table, obviously it needs to be big enough to cover the entire table, but it also shouldn’t be so long that it drapes on the floor. Tablecloths that drape on the floor can get dirty quickly and ever be hazardous to your guests… so measure you table(s) before purchasing one.
If you are a restaurant owner or just someone looking to impress on Valentines day, don’t by pass the importance of quality linen tablecloths!
With Valentine’s Day fast approaching many couples will be planning a nice meal either at home or at a restaurant. So the question is do linen tablecloths make a difference when eating?
If you’ve ever been in a restaurant with a dirty, hard tablecloth you’ll know just how off putting it can be. There was even a survey carried out in the USA that found in 2005, people attending restaurants with white tablecloths has increased by over 40% compared to the previous year. It also proved that these same diners are spending more on their meals when dining out. So it’s needless to say that in the restaurant industry, good quality tablecloths make a difference in the customers eyes.
What are the linen tablecloths to look out for?
Good linen tablecloths will look clean, crisp yet soft and luxurious to the touch. They also needs to be practical so that they protect the table(s) surface from scratches and other damage from food and drink spillages etc… so the tablecloth material is important.
There are a number of tablecloth materials that can be used, from polyester, cotton, pvc and paper… each has its advantages and disadvantages. Pvc and polyester for example is ideal if you work in a café that serves greasy food (as it’s easy to maintain), however if you were to walk into a top end restaurant you wouldn’t expect to fin these material on the tables.
Cotton tablecloths are usually seen in top end restaurants, and even though they may require a bit more effort than pvc materials, the luxurious look they give off will certainly be worth it (in your customers eyes at least).
What colours to go for?
If you have a more formal restaurant white is usually the preferred colour, as it gives off a clean but quality feel to the table. However if you want to be a bit more daring and add a bit of colour to the table, you can by adding a colourful base tablecloth.
What size?
The size of tablecloth you go for all depends on the size of the table, obviously it needs to be big enough to cover the entire table, but it also shouldn’t be so long that it drapes on the floor. Tablecloths that drape on the floor can get dirty quickly and ever be hazardous to your guests… so measure you table(s) before purchasing one.
If you are a restaurant owner or just someone looking to impress on Valentines day, don’t by pass the importance of quality linen tablecloths!