Feature	The Yard House Table Covers	Plastic Table Covers	Regular Cotton Table Covers
Material	Performance-treated cotton	Fully plastic or vinyl	Cotton
Wipeable Surface	✅ Yes – everyday spills wipe off easily	✅ Yes – completely wipeable	❌ No – absorbs spills
Anti-Slip	✅ Yes – treated to stay in place	May slip or shift. Depending on the weight	❌ No – tends to slide on smooth surfaces
Machine Washable	✅ Yes – easy to wash like regular fabric	❌ No – not suitable for machine washing	✅ Yes
Can Be Ironed	✅ Yes – top surface can be ironed for a neat look	❌ No – melts under heat	✅ Yes
Stain Resistance	✅ Many like coffee and wine don’t stain. Some stains need washing. Haldi and curry can be challenging.	✅ No stains, but discolours over time and can have an unsanitary look.	❌ Some stains need washing. Haldi and curry can be challenging.
Plastic-Free	✅ Yes	❌ No – made from plastic	✅ Yes
Drapes Naturally	✅ Yes – thicker than cotton, but drapes better than plastic.	❌ No – looks stiff, sticks out unnaturally	✅ Yes
Prints	✅ Handblock, screen prints and woven fabrics that blend Indian roots with global charm.	❌ Generally basic or unattractive	✅Ranges from mass to bespoke
Made in India	✅ Yes	✅ Sometimes	✅ Sometimes
Child-Friendly	✅ Yes	✅ Yes	✅ Yes, but requires more care
Ease of Maintenance	✅Easy	✅Easy	❌High
Durability	✅Long-lasting with both function and aesthetics	✅Long lasting	❌More prone to staining, fading, tearing and shrinkage over time
Design Aesthetics	✅ Instantly elevates table settings and interiors	❌ Minimal – more functional than decorative	✅ Instantly elevates table settings and interiors
Fade Resistant	✅ Fairly fade proof	❌ May warp or discolour	❌Colour fades over time
After-Life	✅ Repurpose as protective art-mats, into utility aprons, shelf liners etc.	❌ Cannot be re-stitched/ repurposed	✅ Repurpose as you would any cotton fabric

Clean & Care Instructions:
Wipe clean immediately with a damp sponge or cloth—especially for turmeric or curry stains.

DO NOT SCRUB with hands or anything abrasive

Edge care: Gently wipe edges regularly to prevent dirt buildup or light streaks.

Washing: If used heavily, wash in a washing machine every 3 weeks, then line-dry in sunlight. Expect up to 5% shrinkage in woven cottons on first wash.

Stain removal: For tough stains (e.g. turmeric) a few methods could be tried:

1.⁠ ⁠Apply a paste of baking soda + water (or detergent) for 10 minutes, then wipe.

2.⁠ ⁠Pre-soak in Vanish before washing.

3.⁠ ⁠Treat with a stain remover like Pidilite “Stain Off” followed by soaking in Vanish before washing
4. Sun-dry — stains diminish over time.

Placemats can be puckered after a wash - They will flatten out after ironing.

Do not bleach or dry-clean, as this damages prints and treatment. Use gentle washing only.

Drying: After washing, air-dry in warm sunlight—it helps fade residual stains and preserves treatment.
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Ironing: Use a cotton/linen setting to smooth creases. Alternatively, let the linen lie flat on your table—it’ll naturally settle.

Hot cookware: Avoid placing hot pots or pans directly on the linens—they don’t protect the table from heat damage.

Functionality over time: Water-resistance may reduce ~10–15% after multiple machine washes but remains wipeable to a good extent; anti-slip treatment stays intact.

No, The Yard House tablecloths are not waterproof. They are made from high-performance cotton and are designed to be wipeable and resistant to spills, but they are not plastic-coated, laminated or fully waterproof.

Our table linens have a special finish that allows you to quickly wipe away everyday messes like water, sauces, or drinks. However, since they are made from natural cotton and not synthetic materials, they remain breathable — which means they are not completely impervious to moisture over long periods.

For best results, we recommend wiping spills promptly and allowing the tablecloth to dry fully before storing, to avoid mildew or mold.

Yes, you can wash the tablecloth in the washing machine in the warm setting.

For more tips on how to care for your products, visit the "Maintenance & Care" section.

Cotton fabric is treated with coatings that bond with the fibre to give it water resistance.

There is a gradual depletion of water resistance with the first few washes - to the extent of around 10%, after which it stays as-is. What this means is, after about 10 washes, you may not be able to leave liquids on for a prolonged duration without some gradual seepage. It will still be wipe-able, but for shorter durations. In any case, immediate attention to spills is recommended, as this is not plastic and is cotton based.

The anti-slip, however, will not deplete and will last through the life of the product.

Try to minimize washes to prolong the life of the product.

The treatments are PU and silicone based - similar to the ones used in kids' reusable diapers and mattress protectors and are completely safe.

To be avoided.

While the table cloth itself can withstand the heat, it is not an insulator and is unlikely to protect the surface of the table. Always place hot vessels with an insulating coaster / pot-holder.

For more tips on how to care for your products, visit the "Maintenance & Care" section.

Haldi has been used for hundreds of years for dyeing clothes & has been very effective - So it's not letting us off the hook that easily!

Haldi and pickle oil are certainly stubborn.

While coffee/ ketchup / chocolate etc wipe off 100% without a trace, haldi tends to linger.

Bleaching is a bad idea because it fades the prints away.

Here's what to do -

• Wipe on the spot immediately (carefully enough not to spread it around)
• leave a paste of baking soda + water for 10 mins
• Wipe off

There would still be a residual stain on lighter prints. This will further dull down and become very faint after 1 wash. ( Do try to avoid frequent washing though!).

If you have unsteady hands and messy kids at home, we'd recommend choosing the darker shades.

But no matter what - hygiene is guarateed.

Yes, the cover may shrink between 2-5% after washing.

It would be prudent to pick a size which gives a 6"-8" drop at least to accommodate for this.

If you need assistance in choosing the size, please message us on 9353063281 - we're happy to assist.

No, the colour does not bleed.

However, as a general practice it's recommended to wash it separately.

We have shipped internationally.

Please email on shop@theyardhouse.in or WhatsApp on 9353063281 for assistance.

Yes, we offer customization! Please reach out to us at 7019743156 or email us at shop@theyardhouse.in with your requirements. We will respond with the pricing details. (including 100/- customisation fee).

Kindly note that customized orders will be delivered within 2-3 weeks. These orders are available on a prepaid basis only and are not eligible for Cash on Delivery (COD). Custom orders are non-returnable.

We want you to have what you love. If you feel like you would like to exchange/ return the product for the following reasons, we offer a one-time exchange/return free of charge:

• Exchange for size related issues
• Exchange because the wrong one was ordered
• Exchange because you have a change of mind about the print after receiving the product

However, please note that -

• A second exchange on the same order will not be accepted.
• ⁠Orders cannot be cancelled, once they are shipped.
• ⁠Return process will be initiated once we receive the goods.
• ⁠Please ensure that the product is unused, not damaged and all the tags and bar codes, invoice slips are intact at the time of return. Further, the damaged/defective Products must be returned in the original condition they were received in.

For detailed steps on how you can initiate return - follow this link: Returns & Refund Policy