Custom Printed Tablecloth Buyers Guide

Why use a custom printed tablecloth?

Custom printed tablecloths are an affordable and highly effective way to turn any table into a branded promotional desk. High-quality bespoke graphics featuring the name and logo of your business or organisation can transform a standard event table, making it easy for potential customers to find you at busy events. Lightweight and quick to set up, branded tablecloths and table runners can be carried to a venue and need minimal prep time.

What are some common uses for custom printed table cloths?

Bespoke tablecloths are a versatile form of branding and are suitable for use in a wide range of situations. Some of the most popular applications include:

Marketing events – trade shows, conferences, exhibitions, and expos.
Educational events – school open days, careers fairs, university events, etc.
Outdoor events – festivals, country shows, sports events, fundraisers.
Street markets – branded food stalls, pop-up restaurants, craft fairs, etc.
Public sector spaces – hospitals, libraries, GP surgeries, council events.

Different styles of custom printed tablecloths

There are a variety of different styles and types of custom printed table cloths to choose from. Some common options include:

Open or closed back cloths

Where an open back can give easier access to the space underneath the table for sitting or storage.

Stretch fabric tablecloths

Fit around the legs of the cloth to give a taut and snug fit. These cloths are easy to set up and keep the printed images flat and easily readable.

Box fitted tablecloths

These have a square box shape that extends right to the floor, giving a smart fitted look.

Table runners

A cheaper alternative to a fully printed cloth. A branded table runner can be laid on top of a separate plain table cloth.

Round custom printed tablecloths

These can be used for hosting guests at corporate events and fundraisers, as well as for personalising weddings and parties.

Graphics

There are two main graphic options for custom printed tablecloths:

Logo printed tablecloths – These low-cost tablecloths come in a choice of standard colours and your company name or logo is dye-sublimation printed in on the front of the cloth.

Full print tablecloths – With these tablecloths, the entire surface, including the background, is custom printed with the colours and messaging of your business. This allows the creation of more complex designs and permits matching the colour of your branding for a highly professional look.

Our tablecloths are printed using dye sublimation, which involves infusing the inks into the weave of the fabric under pressure and at temperature. This results in superb quality graphics with sharp details and vibrant colours. Dye sublimation printing also results in very durable graphics, making this the best choice for long-term use.

How to design and format your artwork

We provide digital templates for all our custom branded tablecloths to help you with the design process. All file format and technical specifications are provided. Once you are happy with your design, place an order on our website and then we will email you a link where you can upload your artwork. We double check all artwork before starting to print, to make sure we get the best results.

If you need help with formatting or want us to produce a new design from scratch, our in-house design team can help. Our graphic design studio offers a range of design packages for surprisingly low prices. Simply give us a brief and your digital content, and we will produce a highly professional and high-impact design.

Features of custom tablecloths

In addition to the material and printing method, some other features of custom tablecloths include:

Machine washable fabrics – great for refreshing cloths between events
Wipe-clean materials – makes it easy to clean spills and stains
Non-iron materials – these fabrics look smooth and crease-free out of the bag
Outdoor use – for outdoor events, choose a tablecloth with weatherproof graphics

How to choose the right tablecloth for you

Things to look out for when choosing a custom printed table cloth

When choosing which custom printed tablecloth to buy and where to buy it, there are a few key things to look out for:

Material quality – It is important to have a high-quality material that looks smart and professional. Inferior tablecloths can look cheap and crease easily.
Print Type – All of our fabric tablecloths are printed via Dye-sublimation for vibrant and durable results. Some other suppliers will use heat-press vinyl or other methods which can peel off and give a lot less flexibility with graphic sizes, colours etc.
Durability – For a reliable tablecloth that can be used for many events and washed, high-quality fabrics and printing are important. Our tablecloths use long-lasting materials and durable commercial-grade printing.
Table quality – When choosing an event table, look for simple robust designs from long-established manufacturers. Our tried and tested folding tables have a metal frame and hard-wearing plastic top.

Material options

Our standard tablecloths are made from a durable and machine washable 210 gsm polyester fabric that has an anti-stain and anti-crease finish. This material is lightweight, while having enough weight to hang evenly and neatly.

Stretch table cloths use a 270 gsm elasticated fabric to create a smooth, crease-free surface for your branding and logos.

Our Premium tablecloth option is printed onto a heavy-weight poly suedette fabric. It has a quality napped finish with enhanced crease and soil resistance. The material can be brush or vacuum clean like upholstery and is the best option when quality is the most important factor.

Sizes

Custom printed tablecloths are available for use with the industry standard sizes of event tables, including 4ft, 5ft, and 6ft rectangular trestle tables. Round tablecloths are similarly available for 4ft, 5ft, and 6ft tables.

Tables and bundle kits

To ensure that you have the perfect size table to go with your custom printed tablecloth, folding event tables are available in 4, 5, and 6 ft models. These lightweight and portable tables fold in half for ease of transport and storage. They feature a highly robust metal frame with an easy-clean polypropylene top.

We offer some excellent value kits and bundles that include a folding event table with either a custom printed tablecloth or plain cloth and branded table runner. These kits give you everything you need for a professional and high-impact promotional event desk.

Why buy a custom printed table cloth from Discount Displays?

Reliable product quality

With 30+ years of experience, we have helped countless businesses and organisations across the UK find the display tools and products they need for success. Our extensive experience has allowed us to select the very best manufacturers and products.

Superior graphics

Using the latest digital printers and inks, we can produce stunning quality graphics for your branded tablecloth—helping you to stand out at your next event.

Personalised service

As a UK company with a large team of expert advisors, we can help you find the perfect solution for your event. Please call us on 020 8664 5660 if you need any further information about our custom tablecloth range.

Fast deliveries

We print all our tablecloths in-house. This means we can offer our customers fast turnarounds, with most tablecloths printed and delivered in 3–5 working days.

Unbeatable low prices

We buy in bulk and print everything in-house, which lets us give our customer the best prices. Our price match promise means that we will beat the price of any other supplier.

Quote Summary

My basket