Buying or Purchasing printed tablecloths and table covers can be confusing if you are not familiar with the process and the printing methods and terminology. HR departments, Schools, Purchasing, Event Organizers, Small Business Owners this guide is to assist you in your purchase. Logoclothz explains the whole process for printed table covers from the different styles of table covers, fitted, throw and stretch fit. Also answering your most popular questions about graphics, print process. What is an art file? what is a print template? why can you not print my photo?. We answer all the questions here for you. We hope to make your experience in purchasing a custom printed promotional table cover easier and more informed so you get the very best from your dollars spent on your promotion or event. At logoclothz we believe that helping our customers understand the process is of benefit to everyone. Promotional products can be simply a nightmare to order. You never know until you receive the product if it is right. We ensure every step of the way that you will be delivered the items you are wanting and with the fit and finish you come to expect from dealing with professionals. We have spent many years in this industry, we service many large accounts and can offer blind shipping, white label and distribution services directly from our factory. We consider all out customers family and we welcome new clients every day. We trust this guide will assist you in answering your questions about purchasing custom printed logo tablecloths.

1. 15 Things You Need to Know When Ordering
Custom Printed Table Covers
We have compiled these 15 helpful nuggets for those of you needing help
with purchasing custom branded logo tablecloths.
Have you ever found yourself put in a position in which you did not know
where to start?
Perhaps your employer tasked you with ordering a printed table cover for
your company or school.
What is a table cover? We have a logo. Many questions may pop up and
make the task seem overwhelming.
We are here with help. Take a breath it’s just a tablecloth 😉 We’ve got this
for you!

2. Total Reading Time 20 minutes. 😉
Subjects Covered
1. How to measure your promotional display table.
Learn how to measure a table for the cover to fit properly.
2. Most common table sizes
We list the most common table sizing.
3. One size fits all logo printed table cover.
We will teach you what the most common table sizes are and if there is such a
thing as a “one size fits all” table cover.
4. What does “Print Ready Art File” mean?
We explain what is required in order to obtain a print ready art file and what “print
ready” means.
5. Print ready art file needed for you company logo tablecloth
Detailed specs of the needed art file.
6. What is CMYK and RGB
We explain the difference and why it matters to your tablecloth colors.
7. Specific color matching
We can match your color, read on to understand how.
8. PMS Pantone color system
We explain what this is and why it helps.
9. Checking and understanding your art file
Everything you need to know about how to check an art file and what to do if your
file is not printable.
10.Images we can and cannot print
A simple non geeky explanation, read on
11.Using our print templates
How to set up your artwork on our templates.
12.How to create a contemporary design for your printed table cover
One of our Logoclothz designers explains how to.
13.What is a Table Throw?
We explain the custom printed table throw.
14.Fitted Table cover or Drape for your company logo tablecloth?
Common question answered with images.
15.Spandex stretch contour table covers
We explain the stretch covers for you in detail.
We also have 3 great FREE resource links for you at the end of the PDF 😉

3. The FIRST thing to do when searching for a printed table cover would be to
find the dimensions of your table.
Just like when measuring cubes, you need to know the width, length, and
height of your table.
The width refers to the distance of the table from front to back when
standing in front of the table.
The length refers to the distance of the table from left to right when
standing in front of the table.
The height refers to the distance from the top of the table down to the floor.
You must know the size of your table for the table cover fit properly.
In order to have the logo displayed fully on the proper panel, you need to
know your table dimensions.

4. Not knowing the dimensions, your image could end up on the wrong panel
of the table.
Many times, we have heard people say, “I have a standard 6ft
table”, however, there is no such thing.
All tables seem to come in different shapes and sizes.
Widths commonly range from 18” to 30” and heights commonly range from
30” to 42”.
Understanding that there are no standard sizes, we can tell you that there
are the “Most Common” sizes.
What are the most common table sizes?
• 4ft table 48″ L x 24″ W x 30” H
• 5ft table 60” L x 24” W x 30” H
• 6ft table 72″ L x 30″ W x 30” H
• 8ft table 96″ L x 30″ W x 30” H

5. How do I measure my table?
If you are in the United States make sure to measure using inches.
We here at Logoclothz.com measure the length first, width, and then the
height. If you are in possession of the table, use a measuring tape to
measure the width, length, and height.
Logo is incorrectly printed; half is on top and half on the front of the table.

6. Going to an event? Ask someone at the venue if they know the size of the
tables being provided.
At a school or university? Ask someone in the housekeeping department
for the table sizes.
What do I do when I do not know the size of my table?
If you are in no way able to obtain the size of the tables being provided,
consider ordering a convertible table throw.
Convertible table throws include Velcro strips which help adjust the size to
fit both 6 and 8ft tables.
The table cover is easy to adjust and includes a full-color imprint on the
front.
A “two for one”, the convertible throw is a great deal & solution to the
unknown table size problem.
Is there a, “one size fits all company logo tablecloth?”
The honest answer to this question is, no, unfortunately. You will have too
much fabric resting on the floor if your table cover is too big for your table.
You would then have to tuck the fabric under the table to prevent people
from stepping on and destroying it.
Alternatively, a tablecloth will not cover all sides down to the floor if it is too
small for your table.

7. Having the right size table cover for your event will add a professional look
to your display.
Obtaining your print ready art file
Next, you need to obtain a print-ready art file for what you are printing onto
the table cover.
For best results in printing, we require a vectored art file. A vectored art file
refers to the file type as being editable using one of several design
programs.
We would ask for an Adobe Illustrator file, an EPS or an editable PDF file.
With these file types, we can increase the size of the image without any
image degradation, blurriness or pixilation.
We have templates available to help in the creation of your custom printed
table drape.

8. On the left is a vectored image – The right is a poor-quality image enlarged
To locate the correct art file look through your computer or company
network and pay note to the file extension.
File extensions designate the format and what program opens it. All files
are named and end with a file extension which starts with a period.
The file extension for an Adobe Illustrator file is, “.AI”.
The file extension for an EPS file is, “.EPS”.
The file extensions for a PDF file is, “.PDF”.
We can also print from JPG, PNG, PSD, and IND files.
These types of files need to be built to full-size and to 150 dpi for the best
print possible.
If the image looks blurry to you when at full size it will print blurry.

9. A helpful hint would be to zoom in close to view the detail of your image.
PNG files usually will have a transparent background, however, JPG files
will not.
For JPG files you need to adjust the background color to match the fabric
color you are printing on.
If you are printing on black fabric the background color of your JPG file
should be black, and so on.
If you have any questions, contact us at 833-420-5646
What Does, “Print Ready Art File Mean?”
Print-ready art file refers to a vectored file that has been built to the
specifications below.
Vector files use mathematical equations that generate files upon rescaling
which allow for a perfect and crystal-clear image quality.
Vector files are utilized mostly, by graphic designers using Adobe Illustrator
which specializes in vector files.

10. Your logo and all other branding elements should be created in vector
formats.
A vector file is very versatile for resizing branding elements such as your
logo.
These files can be rescaled to fit supports of any size without image
degradation or blurriness.
Vector files can then be saved as other file types very easily for use on the
web or for print.
Print Ready Artwork Specifications
When setting up your art file ensure that you are working in CMYK or to
use solid coated PMS values.
This will ensure you know what to expect in terms of color once your
product is printed.
Working in CMYK versus RBG can greatly affect how the colors appear
once printed.
We print using CMYK so make sure the art file is set up this way.

11. Make sure to convert any text into outlines or curves; we do not have all
fonts saved in our system.
If you do not convert the text to outlines or curves the font used could be
substituted for a different one.
This could completely change the appearance of your image when the file
is opened.
By converting the text to an outline or curve you are changing the editable
text into a shape.
This ensures that when the file is opened by anyone that the text will
appear as intended.
It will make it so that you can no longer edit the text. I always save an
editable file and another file with the text outlined.
Embed all placed images into your file, at least 150 dpi when at full size. If
the image is not embedded and the file is opened on another person’s
computer, they will not be able to open it properly.
The computer does not know how to read the file if the image is not
embedded.
Using Adobe Illustrator, you can embed images using the links panel or
embed option. The embed option is found in the top menu bar under
objects.
If using any of our templates, do not change the size of the template nor
flatten any of the layers.
CMYK and solid coated Pantone values need to be designated within the
file.
Ensure that all elements are power clipped using a clipping mask within the
different panels or panel.

12. If you have any questions with regards to using our templates, please feel
free to contact us. We will be glad to assist in any way we can.
What is CMYK?
Short for Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Black, CMYK is a color mode in
which all colors are created.
These colors are created using a mixture of these four process colors.
CMYK is the standard color mode used in offset printing for full-color art
files.
Because such printing uses inks of these four basic colors it is often
referred to as four-color process printing.
In comparison, display devices such as televisions, computers, tablets, and
smartphones use a different color mode called RGB.
RGB is short for Red, Green, and Blue.
Monitors create color by mixing Red, Green, and Blue light.
When printing colors, on t-shirts, table covers, or paper, all colors are
created by mixing actual ink.
One of the most difficult aspects of printing in color is color matching;
properly converting the RGB colors into CMYK colors.

13. Color matching is when the printed looks the same as what appears on
the monitor.
PLEASE NOTE: You should always expect a slightly a different variation in
color whether we print your logo in CMYK or anyone else. The reason
being is that there is nothing in the physical world to match CMYK colors
with.
All printers use different printing machines which are all calibrated to
specific settings and different brand inks. This will all affect how colors
appear once printed.
What is the Best Way to Ensure my Colors are Matched?
Matching your company logo tablecloth color. When you visit any paint
shop and look for a red color, you will see hundreds of shades in that same
hue.
Each of these values is numbered in order to help painters match colors as
accurately as possible. The Pantone Matching System is the best way to
ensure that your colors are matched as close as we can achieve.
What is the PMS or Pantone Matching System?

14. The Pantone Matching System is a standard color space used in a variety
of industries. It is used for printing and in the manufacture of colored paint,
fabric, and plastics.
The Pantone Matching System is a color standardization system that helps
in color identification and matching. It uses the Pantone numbering system
to identify colors.
Through this numbering system, print and other equipment manufacturers
can match colors without having to contact one another.
Most programs that support printing allow you to specify colors by
indicating the Pantone value or number within the file. This assures that
you achieve the correct color when the file is printed, even though the color
may not appear the same on your monitor.
A Pantone value consists of a 3- or 4-digit number followed by a letter of
the alphabet; C, U or M, for example, which stands for “coated,” “uncoated”
and “matte,” respectively.
While the digits refer to the Pantone color itself the suffix indicates the
material or media being printed on. The media being printed on affects how
the inks are mixed to achieve a specific color. The color palette in the PMS
consists of about 1,114 colors.
The PMS was developed by Pantone LLC (Carlstadt, NJ, USA), which was
acquired in 2007 by X-Rite, Inc. (Grand Rapids, MI, USA). Same Pantone
Value, Different Result in Colors.
The type of material being printed on will affect the appearance of colors. In
separate swatch or chip books, Pantone shows you how their colors look
on coated, uncoated, and matte paper.
Therefore, you have the number of the color (PMS Red 032) followed by a
suffix. The suffix indicates what stock your PANTONE Color is to be printed
on.
If you want PANTONE Red 032 on shiny paper, you would specify the color
in this manner: PANTONE 032 C. C stands for “coated”.

15. You then have U, which stands for “uncoated”, and then M, which stands
for “matte”.
Examples: 186C = coated 186U = uncoated 186M = matte
These three are the most important PANTONE Library abbreviations. At
Logoclothz we ask for solid coated values ending with the letter “C” when
color matching.
You may, however, also encounter the abbreviation CV followed by C, U or
M.
CV stands for Computer Video, which is the electronic representation of the
PANTONE Colors.
Now discontinued but still shown in old versions of software, CV merely
means that the color is an on-screen simulation.

16. What do I look for when looking for the best result in printing our
company logo tablecloth?
When you receive your printed item, you would want for the image to be
bright and vibrant. You would want to see crisp lines so that any small
detail stands out from the background.
You also want for the print to last and not wash away, peel or crack.
Anything white in your design should look stark white and anything black
should be a dark, rich black.
Pantone values should be matched as close as possible while keeping in
mind the different materials it is being printed on. We will print per the
artwork approved so it should not be anticipated that any misspellings be
magically be fixed.
Where Do I Look to Find My Art File?
In a corporation, you can contact your marketing department or employer
and ask for an Adobe Illustrator file, EPS or editable PDF file.
You may have a corporate branding guide you can refer to. If you are a
small company, you can check through the original art files used to create
your logo.
Most graphic designers will send complete art files once a logo has been
approved. If you are working with a university or school you can ask for
assistance from the SGA, Principal or even someone from the art
department.
Your last option would be to search the internet or to refer to a business
card or printed sample and send it to us.

17. How Do I Know if My Art File is Print Ready?
If you have any questions regarding your art file, please feel free to contact
us. We will be more than glad to assist you.
You can also email your art file to Sales@logoclothz.com . Include the
words, “Please check my Art File” in the subject line. We will review the file
and let you know if it is print ready or of any options to resolve any issues
found.
In the event the file is not print ready we will in most cases have a solution.
Please note photographs are more difficult to correct.
What Do I Do if My Art File is Not Print Ready?
If you are not able to obtain a print-ready art file for your company logo
tablecloth you may need to hire someone to assist you.
We offer artwork conversion servicing where we will recreate your image
into a print-ready format for a low fee.

18. This service will work for any image that does not contain photographs. For
images that contain photographs, you would need to contact the original
designer.
The only way to correct issues with photographs is to obtain the RAW file
or higher resolution file. With our conversion service, we would send you
finished art files for you to keep on record for future use.
These are images that we cannot convert.
Images below that can be converted to vector format.

19. How Do I Set Up My Art File Using a Template?
Setting up your art file using our templates is the best way to control what
we are printing. You will need a design program to open the template and
some basic knowledge of how to use the program.
With our templates, you will know exactly what to expect before we send
your order to print. Each panel of the table will be shown using guidelines
within the template.
Please make sure to not change the size of the template and to work in
CMYK versus RGB. Working in CMYK will give you a better idea of how the
colors will appear once printed.
If you are using any Pantone values, use solid coated and ensure they are
called out in your art file. Please make sure to convert any text into outlines
or curves. If you do not convert the text to outlines or curves the text may
be substituted for a different font.
If you are using any photographic images, they must be at 150 dpi when at
full size. All images should be power clipped within the table drape
template on one layer. If you need any assistance, please feel free to
contact us.

20. How Can I Create a Contemporary Layout that Covers the Entire Table
Drape?
Utilizing our templates, you can create some cool designs that cover the
entire table cover. Say all you have is a logo and you want to print the logo
on something more than just a solid colored background.
Printing such a simple design, that would be so 90s. Keeping in mind that
you want the logo to be the focal point of your table cover you want to find
a background image that compliments it.
You want a background image that does not compete for attention with the
logo. You would want something that flows with the logo and makes the
viewers eyes move to the focal point.
There are some websites out there where you can download a free
background in a vector format. You can also find an image at a high
enough resolution for us to print with.
Get creative and have fun!
Now that you know the size of the table you will be using and what file type
is needed, you need to determine the style tablecloth that best suits your
branding needs.
There are currently three popular styles that help convey a more modern
and professional look. Table drape, fitted tablecloth and spandex stretch
table cover. Read on to select your best option for your company logo
tablecloth.
Left to Right: Table Throw, Fitted Tablecloth, Spandex Table Cover

21. What is a Table Throw?
Table throws will cover all sides of your table down to the floor. They are
easy to use as you would just throw it over the table and pull the sides
down flat.
Throws are also known as table drapes and are more versatile. You could
use the throw on different size tables with a little tucking if needed. Our
tablecloths are made from polyester which allows us to print bright, vibrant
colors and are machine washable.
With table throws there is extra fabric on each corner which folds over itself
when the cover is put on a table. The suggested imprint area for each size
table is 12” shorter than the actual length of the panel you are printing on.
This will ensure that no important design element is covered by extra fabric
when the cover is put on.
CONSTRUCTION:
Our table throws will have rounded corners to prevent the fabric from
pooling up on the floor.
They will also have a seam where the different panels are sewn together
during manufacturing. Only the front panel of our table throws are printed.
The rest of the panels are made from stock rolls of fabric.
This means if you order a black table throw the front panel is completely
printed, including the black background. The rest of the panels are pre-
dyed and then sewn together with the front panel.
We strive for a perfect match when printing the front panel to match the
other panels. It is not always an exact match.
You should anticipate a slight color variation between the front panel which
is printed and the other panels which are pre-dyed.

22. Pink, Dotted Lines Represent Seams.
What is a Fitted Logo Tablecloth?
Fitted tablecloths have a more modern and formal appearance when used
to dress tables when compared to the table throw. They are made to fit a
specific size table and are like tailored made suits.
Like tailored made suits fitted table covers will help you stand out among
the crowd and draw attention as they bring that “extra” style to your display
table.
For fitted tablecloths to fit properly, however, you need to know the exact
length, width, and height of your table. Our fitted table covers have the
option to be made with or without pleated corners as shown below.
With the pleats, there will be extra fabric on each corner of the table that
folds over itself. Without the pleats, the table would look like a clean and
dressed up display-table, each side would lay flat down to the floor.

23. Left to Right:
No Pleats, Pleated Corners
One advantage to ordering a fitted tablecloth without pleats versus one with
pleats is that the corners will not fold over themselves. Sometimes the
folded corners will hide a portion of an image printed on any given side.
Fitted covers are made from polyester and are machine washable using
cool water and a low heat setting.
Left to Right: Fitted Tablecloth, Table Throw
What is a Spandex, Stretch Printed Tablecloth?
Spandex Table Covers are the most modern looking covers and are the
most wrinkle resistant. They will have leg wings which are where the legs of
the table will fit into.
This helps to stretch the table cover out and get rid of any wrinkles. At the
same time, it will give your table the much-desired contour appearance.
The low arches at the bottom of the cover in both the front and back help
make for a stealthy, slick appearance.
Spandex table covers are an ever increasingly popular style. They will help
to make you stand out in a room full of old-fashioned, pleated table covers.
With spandex printed table covers you will have the option to order them
with an open or closed back. If the cover is ordered with an open back the

24. arch in the rear will be high enough to allow you to sit at the table. You can
then sit at the table without your legs resting up against the fabric. The high
arch in the back will also make it easy to store things under the table if
needed.
Stretch Printed Spandex Promotional Table Covers
Can I wash my printed table covers?
Yes, you can machine wash printed table covers using cool water on a
delicate cycle. When drying, tumble dry on a low heat setting. You should
never have a dry cleaner wash your tablecloths as they tend to use harsh
detergents and chemicals.
You should never use a detergent containing bleach. Dye sublimated table
covers will last quite a long while even after several times of washing.
So, let’s recap on what we have learned so far.

25. 1. We have learned how to measure a table so your cover will fit
properly. You know that the width, length, and height are important to
know for the imagery to lay on the correct panel.
2. Also discussed what the most common table sizes are and if there is
such a thing as a “one size fits all” table cover.
3. We also reviewed what options you have if you are in no way able to
find the size of the table you would be using.
4. Next, we reviewed what is required in order to obtain a print-ready art
file and what “print ready” means.
5. We learned what a “vector” file is and why it is suggested to use one
for printing your logo.
6. In addition to vector files being acceptable for printing, we went over
the other file types and their file extensions, that would also work.
7. We then reviewed how to use our Adobe Illustrator templates when
setting up your art file. We also provided some tips to make the
process as easy as possible.
8. Next, we reviewed what “RBG” and “CMYK” refer to and the
difference between them in terms of color. We should all know now,
that you want to set up your art file in CMYK to better control how the
colors will print.
9. We also reviewed how to best ensure that your colors are matched.
10. Regarding color matching your company logo tablecloth, we
learned about the Pantone Matching System and the difference
between printing on different media. Reviewed the difference
between the same Pantone values that end with different letters and
how this affects colors.
11. What to look for when looking for a good quality print and where
to look to find your print ready art file.

26. 12. Learned of the options you have if you are not able to obtain a
print-ready art file and the image types we are able to convert for you.
13. If using our Adobe Illustrator templates, we went over some tips
to help you create a contemporary layout that helps make your table
cover stand out among the rest.
14. Lastly, we learned of the different styles of table covers used in
the trade show industry and the difference between them.
Company Logo Tablecloth Wrap up – That Wasn’t So Bad.
So now that you have gotten the hardest part out of the way by getting
started you are well on your way to ordering a printed table cover.
You know the size of the table you would be using and what imagery to
print onto the cover.
What file formats are required for printing and how to tell the difference
between the file types you have.
You should also be able to determine if you are printing the imagery in
CMYK or if color matching, in Spot colors, and what those spot colors are.
Then, once you finally have everything you need to start an order, you just
need to select your printed table cover style.
Here are some additional resources we have found that will assist in the
designing and creation of your company logo tablecloth.

27. • 50 Pro Tutorial Tips on how to design your logo
• The Ultimate guide to design and logo placement a FREE E Book
• 99 Designs blog discusses image files and the differing types
If you have any questions, we are here to help.
Feel free to contact us at 833-420-5646 or email cs@logoclothz.com
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