Solid Linen Table Runner with Tassel

Sometimes the best table styling is the simplest. A plain runner in a good color can make a bare wood table look set, frame a centerpiece and tie the dining area to the rest of the room, all without the bulk of a tablecloth.

The Solid Linen Table Runner with Tassel does exactly that. A linen look woven fabric, a hemstitch border and a tassel at each pointed end are the only details, so it suits casual dinners and dressed tables alike. It is reversible, presses flat and comes in four colors and five lengths. That quiet, adaptable style is what makes it such a good table linen.

What makes the solid runner stand out

The simplicity comes first. With a plain surface and only a hemstitch border for detail, the runner works under almost any tableware or centerpiece.

The tassels are the second strength. A tassel hangs from each pointed end, adding a soft finish and a little movement where the runner falls past the table.

The fabric is the third point. It is a linen look woven polyester blend, so it has a natural texture while pressing flat rather than holding fold lines out of the packet.

Reversibility is the fourth. Either face can be shown, which makes the runner more forgiving between washes.

Finally, the colors. Gray, red, khaki and green let you change the table with the seasons without buying a whole new cloth.

Where it looks best, room by room

• Dining tables. A simple line of color on bare wood.
• Kitchen islands. A soft runner under fruit or herbs.
• Sideboards and consoles. A short length under lamps or vases.
• Holiday tables. Red for winter celebrations.
• Boho and farmhouse rooms. Khaki or green for a relaxed look.

On an oak or walnut table, khaki and green look warm and natural. Gray suits modern rooms with white or black furniture. Red brings festive color for winter holidays and pairs well with greenery and gold candle holders.

On a sideboard, a short runner protects the surface and ties the piece to the dining table nearby.

Because the design is so simple, the runner also works as a base for seasonal styling, from spring flowers to autumn leaves.

A plain runner is especially useful when your dinnerware is patterned. Busy plates and a busy runner compete, while a solid runner gives patterned pieces a calm background and lets them stand out.

It also helps in open plan homes. A runner in a color repeated elsewhere, such as green cushions on the sofa or a red rug, links the dining area to the living space.

Choosing the size and placement

Every runner is 12.6 inches wide. Lengths are 59.1, 70.9, 86.6, 98.4 and 110.2 inches.

Measure the table and choose a length that leaves an even overhang at both ends rather than matching the tabletop exactly. A runner that stops at the edge can look like the wrong size, while a little overhang lets the tassels hang freely.

The 59.1 inch length suits sideboards, coffee tables and small dining tables. The 70.9 and 86.6 inch lengths suit most dining tables. The 98.4 and 110.2 inch lengths suit longer tables.

Center the runner along the table and let the pointed ends hang evenly.

A few styling tips help:

• Keep the centerpiece low so guests can see each other.
• Use candles in sturdy holders along the runner.
• Pair with placemats in a neighboring color.
• Turn the runner over if one side picks up a mark.

Pairing it with other pieces

A plain runner pairs well with patterned plates, woven placemats and a vase of fresh flowers. Because it is simple, it lets other pieces take the spotlight.

Browse the table linens collection for placemats that suit each color, or the candle holders collection for holders to line up along the runner.

Care is straightforward. Wipe the runner with a soft, dry cloth between uses. When it needs a wash, machine wash cold on a gentle cycle and hang it to dry. Press it with a warm iron on the reverse, ideally while it is slightly damp. Do not bleach it.

Dye lots vary slightly, so a second runner ordered later may read a shade warmer or cooler than the first. If you want two matching runners for a long table, order them together.

The runner stores flat or rolled, so several colors can be kept on hand and swapped as the seasons change.

For a quick weeknight refresh, simply turning the runner over or switching to another color changes the feel of the table without any other effort.

Think about the whole room when choosing a color. Green echoes houseplants, khaki suits wood and wicker, gray works with modern metal finishes, and red adds warmth to a neutral dining room in winter.

Is the solid runner right for your space?

This runner is a strong fit if you:

• Want a simple runner that suits any tableware.
• Like tassels as a subtle detail.
• Prefer a machine washable runner.
• Change table colors with the seasons.
• Need a length for a standard or long table.

It may not suit a table where you want a bold pattern, or a very wide table that needs a broader runner. A patterned or wider runner will suit those tables better.

For an easy, good looking table every day, this solid runner is a dependable choice. US shipping is free, and most orders arrive in 6 to 9 business days.