Kitchen and table linen

Tablecloth size

A tablecloth should hang about 20–30 cm over the edges of the table. Take the table measurements and add 40–60 cm in each direction. The washed linen tablecloth in 150 × 250 cm fits a table of about 90 × 190 cm, a dining table for six. 150 × 320 cm fits a table of about 90 × 260 cm, when the table is extended or you are eight or more.

Linen in the kitchen

A linen tea towel dries glasses and dishes without leaving lint, and it dries on its hook faster than cotton. The long linen fibre also stands up to frequent washing, which matters for kitchen textiles. The tea towels have a hanging loop and come in packs of two.

Stains and washing

Rinse a wine or grease stain with cold water as soon as you can, then wash the cloth as usual at 40°C. Linen also takes 60°C when needed. Washed linen needs no ironing. If you want a smoother surface for a special occasion, iron the cloth while damp. Read the full instructions in the linen washing guide.

Laying the table

The tablecloth comes in Rohdin (undyed linen), a colour that also runs through our bedding, so you can bring the same calm palette to the kitchen as the bedroom. Tea towels are also a good small gift for a host, and there are more ideas in the gift guide.

Why linen lasts in the kitchen

Linen fibre is long and strong, and it is even stronger wet than dry. That is why a linen cloth stands up to frequent washing and rubbing better than many cottons. The fabric dries quickly, so a tea towel doesn't stay damp on its hook and doesn't start to smell as easily.