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Fitted wipeable table cover/plastic with corners - square - bit like a shower cap for a table

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soupyspoon · 31/08/2025 09:20

Is there such a thing?

I dont want a big roll of clear table cover which is all Ive found on googling. I dont want a table cloth that hangs over the sides, I want something that is sort of like a square shower cap but for a table, so it just fits over, with elasticated edges to pull it in?

Does this exist?

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BetweenTwoFerns · 31/08/2025 09:22

I doubt it because it would be impractical for most activities that a table is used for.

soupyspoon · 31/08/2025 09:26

I just found this after posting!

This is exactly what Im looking for but the sizing is all wrong, not sure what sort of table is only 88cm wide!!

Ours when its folded up is about 110cm by 110cm

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/357350258000?_trkparms=amclksrc%3DITM%26aid%3D1110006%26algo%3DHOMESPLICE.SIM%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20201210111451%26meid%3Db387c779a607432494e1ad1886d1981d%26pid%3D101196%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D12%26sd%3D376457908815%26itm%3D357350258000%26pmt%3D1%26noa%3D0%26pg%3D2332490%26algv%3DSimplAMLv5PairwiseWebWithBBEV2bAndUBSourceDemotionWithUltimatelyBoughtOfCoviewV1%26brand%3DUnbranded&_trksid=p2332490.c101196.m2219&itmprp=cksum%3A357350258000b387c779a607432494e1ad1886d1981d%7Cenc%3AAQAKAAABQKf%252BZDynwIBzPFOUXzsYfl6V00AKQ%252B%252B7P%252BQrUe%252FaNcA%252F6g5%252BKJDCW80yl3sDyiOtDc%252Bwp382udDvnYxF7ZDSjYqJm5GyOUkm75MegRvdMcZOp66%252FyDudCANRlWAoDDDX9SO7txcJUj%252BklVWCqRAPIawAsiZp6w1vC8fYaUKRoYEqLiR9eyokBrOvkPqu89ewihuIkH73zE2Hd2FCAw6OWBvcPQkAg7t%252B4patLylf9CIlilXKHq6JQ4AFvgTRxLxrLazzHS1UyCuOI7riABW3i2FW6AYuqog4y2wqq9hVnj8CD15m2nHzBl9V7jNmvWgK1kUbmNquMWfUHmbVvRbAP70nwxzvw%252FugkWK3U4agYcfL6c6YzhbIJhYzbOAe3Z6RrPj1YR%252BB2fkij7oTDsArA9qX8oL1rlmOKFjPH2M1dAek%7Campid%3APL_CLK%7Cclp%3A2332490&itmmeta=01K3ZKDJSG9AFD783SM98RD9KM

Waterproof Tablecloth Rectangular Elastic Edged Fitted Table Top Cover Cloth UK | eBay UK

Elastic Tablecloth Table Cloth Cover Protector. -Elastic edge design, insure that the cover hold and stay on your table, and can fit more table size. 1 x Fitted Table Cover. -Great table decoration for dining room, restaurants, weddings, cafe, picnics,...

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/357350258000?_trkparms=amclksrc%3DITM%26aid%3D1110006%26algo%3DHOMESPLICE.SIM%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20201210111451%26meid%3Db387c779a607432494e1ad1886d1981d%26pid%3D101196%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D12%26sd%3D376457908815%26itm%3D357350258000%26pmt%3D1%26noa%3D0%26pg%3D2332490%26algv%3DSimplAMLv5PairwiseWebWithBBEV2bAndUBSourceDemotionWithUltimatelyBoughtOfCoviewV1%26brand%3DUnbranded&_trksid=p2332490.c101196.m2219&itmmeta=01K3ZKDJSG9AFD783SM98RD9KM&itmprp=cksum%3A357350258000b387c779a607432494e1ad1886d1981d%7Cenc%3AAQAKAAABQKf%252BZDynwIBzPFOUXzsYfl6V00AKQ%252B%252B7P%252BQrUe%252FaNcA%252F6g5%252BKJDCW80yl3sDyiOtDc%252Bwp382udDvnYxF7ZDSjYqJm5GyOUkm75MegRvdMcZOp66%252FyDudCANRlWAoDDDX9SO7txcJUj%252BklVWCqRAPIawAsiZp6w1vC8fYaUKRoYEqLiR9eyokBrOvkPqu89ewihuIkH73zE2Hd2FCAw6OWBvcPQkAg7t%252B4patLylf9CIlilXKHq6JQ4AFvgTRxLxrLazzHS1UyCuOI7riABW3i2FW6AYuqog4y2wqq9hVnj8CD15m2nHzBl9V7jNmvWgK1kUbmNquMWfUHmbVvRbAP70nwxzvw%252FugkWK3U4agYcfL6c6YzhbIJhYzbOAe3Z6RrPj1YR%252BB2fkij7oTDsArA9qX8oL1rlmOKFjPH2M1dAek%7Campid%3APL_CLK%7Cclp%3A2332490

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soupyspoon · 31/08/2025 09:26

BetweenTwoFerns · 31/08/2025 09:22

I doubt it because it would be impractical for most activities that a table is used for.

Im not sure I follow, it would be very practical, thats why I want one!!

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BetweenTwoFerns · 31/08/2025 09:30

I was just imagining the edges getting full of crumbs and then later, full of paint and glitter. That’s probably just my dc though!

limetrees32 · 31/08/2025 09:32

Have you tried googling "fitted or stretch tablecloth" ?
Wou;d table cloth clips be any help ?

TooManyCupsAndMugs · 31/08/2025 09:38

We have a clear plastic one that doesn't hang down - my DH cut it to exact size of the table. I was sceptical but it looks fine, you don't really notice it and it's saving our table!

Rainbowshine · 31/08/2025 09:39

You could just get a piece of oilcloth and some clips, to hold it in place

Vroomfondleswaistcoat · 31/08/2025 09:40

I've seen things advertised for beds, that make sheets fit, is there any such thing for tables? Like clips that you can put on the corners of those plastic covers? Or clothes pegs? Just something to keep the cloth in place?

Vroomfondleswaistcoat · 31/08/2025 09:41

Great minds, @Rainbowshine !

soupyspoon · 31/08/2025 09:41

BetweenTwoFerns · 31/08/2025 09:30

I was just imagining the edges getting full of crumbs and then later, full of paint and glitter. That’s probably just my dc though!

I still dont follow! Im being thick here, what edges do you mean? This is for children so I need to check Im not causing me more problems than Im trying to solve

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soupyspoon · 31/08/2025 09:43

Vroomfondleswaistcoat · 31/08/2025 09:40

I've seen things advertised for beds, that make sheets fit, is there any such thing for tables? Like clips that you can put on the corners of those plastic covers? Or clothes pegs? Just something to keep the cloth in place?

That is a very good idea, I will check this out

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123ZYX · 31/08/2025 09:43

I bought some suitable fabric, cut it to a cross shape plus a seam allowance and sewed down the edges when I wanted something similar.

PoppySaidYesIKnow · 31/08/2025 09:46

They sell the fabric in Dunelm. Buy the length you need then cut it with say a two inch or whatever size edge your table has as an overhang and then buy the clips to keep it in place.

LittleBearPad · 31/08/2025 09:47

Why can’t the edges hang down?

Saisong · 31/08/2025 09:49

I have come across a site that sells oilcloth tablecloths where they make box corners exactly to the size of your table. I can't find the link right now though <helpful>

BetweenTwoFerns · 31/08/2025 10:21

There’s going to have to be some wrinkles on the edges isn’t there? Folds. On an ordinary tablecloth the crumbs would fall to the floor but on one that’s like a shower cap there will be, I imagine, nooks and crannys that can get crumbs in.

PrancingBean · 31/08/2025 10:27

I have one. I looked up elasticated table cloth on Amazon which is where I bought it.

PrancingBean · 31/08/2025 10:32

But my table is quite small! I think I’ve been rather unhelpful here.

helpfulperson · 31/08/2025 10:37

What you are looking for are often sold as picnic table covers. You may have more luck searching for that.

Giggorata · 31/08/2025 10:39

I bought a clear pvc cover from TEMU, which I like because you can still see the wood grain of the table. It is also quite robust.

minipie · 31/08/2025 10:41

Saisong · 31/08/2025 09:49

I have come across a site that sells oilcloth tablecloths where they make box corners exactly to the size of your table. I can't find the link right now though <helpful>

I’ve got this

It was from Wipe easy tablecloths

Look for the “box corners” add on option, you have to give them the dimensions of your table, maybe add 10cm, can’t remember but instructions are clear on the website.

it’s brilliant - our oilcloth fits perfectly, no budging, no clips, no rolling up edges to catch crumbs

soupyspoon · 31/08/2025 10:43

PrancingBean · 31/08/2025 10:32

But my table is quite small! I think I’ve been rather unhelpful here.

Well I seem to have found some but they're all incredibly narrow

My table is small and in its non extended state is 110cm by 110 cm and the ones I have found are only 88cm wide!!

Thats like a bench!

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minipie · 31/08/2025 10:44

Link here

the box corners option is a bit hard to find, under Accessories and then Optional Extras but link above should show it

Inpraiseof · 31/08/2025 10:44

Couldn't you use table cloth clips?

wuminty · 31/08/2025 10:44

If you figure out a way to tuck the cloth under the edges, keep it in place with double sided tape underneath.

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