In the old days they said that all roads lead to Rome. If we talk about a private house or apartment, then, perhaps, it can be argued that all the paths lead to the kitchen. Here, all family members get together and therefore the interior of this room should look harmonious. The “main violin” in the entire kitchen ensemble plays, of course, the place where households are going to dine, and therefore the oilcloth on the table is one of the most important accessories that helps create an atmosphere of coziness and comfort. If it is chosen correctly, then its coloring does not hurt the eyes, taking care of it takes very little time, and the drawing has pleasant thoughts.
Why has oilcloth on the table become so popular?
In many homes, housewives still prefer to use a kitchen tablecloth. Despite the fact that she looks very aesthetically pleasing, caring for her often causes a lot of problems. After all, just one inaccurate movement is enough - and jam or tea will leave a clear noticeable mark on its surface, and you will have to do its washing. Beautiful oilcloths on the table are much better in this regard. It is very easy to wash off any traces of a meal from them and therefore they are most preferred by those who appreciate practicality. Thanks to new inventions, there are now types of oilcloth on store shelves that have scratch and cut resistant surfaces. However, the usual colored oilcloth on the table also looks very impressive. After she has served her age, she can be safely thrown away and put a new one instead. Domestic oilcloth on the table, the price of which starts with about 60 rubles. per linear meter, in its quality is not inferior to foreign samples, the cost of which is usually higher.
Selection recommendations
Quality criteria depend directly on the consumer. Some of them prefer a cloth-based oilcloth that lasts longer, but also costs more. In this case, the main criterion is quality. And someone prefers a non-woven baseboard oilcloth. Its price is several times less, but it also wears out much faster. On average, such an oilcloth on a table costs from 40 to 50 rubles. When choosing, it makes sense to pay attention to the material of the product. Styrene and PVC oilcloths have a pungent odor and may contain toxic substances. If on their surface there are too bright patterns, then such products must necessarily have a hygienic certificate. Its absence can cause allergies from toxic solvent vapors, which are used for printing inks. Oilcloths made of polypropylene are of low price, but at the same time they deteriorate from hot dishes, wrinkle and slide off the table.
The disadvantage of chintz or silk-based coatings is that mold can form on their inside. Openwork oilcloth is great for a holiday, but if you use it often, then dirt will quickly gather in the relief pattern. The best option is a gauze-based product treated with
water-repellent impregnation. Neither a knife, nor a fork, nor water, nor dust are afraid of such a table oilcloth. As for the shade of the coating, it should be selected to match the curtains or wallpaper. In the summer hot season, cold-colored oilcloth will look best on the table, and in winter it is worth laying an oilcloth with summer motifs. With it, tea will seem more aromatic, and winter cold evenings will be faster.