What Are Oilcloth Tablecloths And How Can They be Useful Around Your Home
If you are wondering what oilcloth tablecloths are and how is it different from the other tablecloths, then worry not as today will be the day that you will be able to differentiate all those types of tablecloth.
Oilcloths have been around since the 19th century. It was first used as floorcloth to cover the floorings. It was very popular back then because it was cheap and easy to maintain. With its waterproof and stain-proof features, people can easily clean oilcloths with damp rugs and other types of cloth. It was mistakenly called linoleum back then.
If you are wondering what oilcloth tablecloths are and how is it different from the other tablecloths, then worry not as today will be the day that you will be able to differentiate all those types of tablecloth.
Oilcloths have been around since the 19th century. It was first used as floorcloth to cover the floorings. It was very popular back then because it was cheap and easy to maintain. With its waterproof and stain-proof features, people can easily clean oilcloths with damp rugs and other types of cloth. It was mistakenly called linoleum back then.
Oilcloth was also used as a substitute for expensive leather and was used as the outer layers of leather luggage bags, shoes, and other leather-made merchandise.
Today, most people confuse oilcloth tablecloth with PVC tablecloth, especially when one mentions PVC oilcloth tablecloth. And we totally understand why people commonly mistake the one with the other one. The main reason why people make that mistake is because both clothes have the same feel to them; they feel waterproof and plastic. But if you investigate further, you will discover that there are significant differences between the two that will certainly help you in identifying the difference. We will discuss below;
First of all, oilcloth tablecloths are made from 100% cotton and then coated with PVC to make it waterproof, while PVC tablecloths are 100% plastic. Because oilcloth tablecloths are made from pure cotton, it will feel a lot softer and will fit better on your table as compared to PVC tablecloths. Oilcloth tablecloths will also be able to smoothen out the sharp edges of your table, while PVC tablecloths will only add sharper edges to your table because plastics cannot easily fold and are less malleable than cotton.
Oilcloth can be very useful in your home for various reasons. First of all, you can use an oilcloth tablecloth as your table cover to save time and effort in cleaning stains and food spoils. It also protects your precious table from the usual wear and tear. Stains on wooden tables can be very hard to deal with, water also softens it and aggravates its’ wear and tear. Metal tables, on the other hand, can get rusty with food stains and water spills. It is only by using a tablecloth that you can save the table from damage and maximize its longevity. And of course, you can even enhance the look of your table and your kitchen with various oilcloth tablecloth designs available in the market.
Oilcloth tablecloths are also very easy to maintain. It can easily be washed with a wet cloth or with soap if there are hard stains to remove. Furthermore, they are long lasting and environmentally friendly compared to other products.
Because oilcloths have many uses, they are usually sold in rolls to custom fit according to the customer’s need. Other uses of oilcloth include:
Shelf coverings
Curtains
Seat covers
Placemats
Grill covers
Patio umbrellas
Wallpaper coverings
Desk protectors
Garage covers
Car covers
Aprons, gloves, bags
Five Ways To Beautify Your Kitchen
Giving your kitchen a makeover takes time and effort and it can be easy to lose sight of the fact that a little attention to detail can go a very long way. Once you understand that, you can understand that you don’t necessarily have to rip out and replace all of your counters and cabinets just to have a beautiful kitchen.
Giving your kitchen a makeover takes time and effort and it can be easy to lose sight of the fact that a little attention to detail can go a very long way. Once you understand that, you can understand that you don’t necessarily have to rip out and replace all of your counters and cabinets just to have a beautiful kitchen.
A beautiful kitchen is about maximising the space you have with your taste. So, if you are a lover of rustic antiques like the ones shown here, then you’ll be fairly likely to have wooden kitchen worktops and make use of scrubbed wooden dining tables. If you prefer something a little sharper and sleeker in looks, go for black marble or granite worktops instead. Your kitchen’s look is all about you and what you like, so you can enjoy the room as you see fit. Beautifying this space is about the little details, not the huge changes. So, how can you beautify your kitchen?
Update your cabinet handles. Draws and doors often come with handles when you have a kitchen installed or you move into a new home. A simple change from chrome handles to wooden knobs can make such a difference, especially if you are going for a warm, rustic charm in your kitchen.
Use light colours. Dark colours can shrink a room right down and if your current kitchen is on the dark side, swap for something pastel. A lick of paint can give a room a freshness it needs and when the natural light floods through, everything brightens up.
Metallic is in! Switch out your dated plastic sink and drainer and replace them from a variety of stainless steel sinks. Sleek and modern, metals in the kitchen can match beautifully. Your appliances and oven can all be in sync – no pun intended – and your sinks can match them, too!
Kitchen lighting is known to be quite harsh and bright. Strip lights are very fluorescent and of course, in a place you need to be able to see clearly while chopping and preparing food, it’s helpful. However, by changing over your lighting you are changing the mood of the space. Spotlights over the cooking area and low-hanging drop lights or chandeliers over the eating area give the entire room two entirely different looks.
Flowers are a beautiful way to change the look of your kitchen. It’s not just the colours, but the shape of the vases you use. Use several different types of vases for a different look wherever you place the blooms.
Beautifying your kitchen space isn’t about total replacement. It’s all about making it look homely, welcoming and perfect for your family. Put your stamp on it, as when children take over other rooms in the house you need a solace. Sure, it’s a place to cook, clean and eat, but it’s nice to be able to go into the kitchen to find your zen while you witness the stampede from there!
Summer's Nursery
Current nursery - in mamas & papas theme.
Whilst going through the assessment for Summer to come live with us, we had a tough journey. It was the not knowing where we stood or whether she would be granted to come live with us, or if not would we all loose her to adoption with another family. Going through this hard period we did not want to disturb the boys, so we decided that we would not make any changes to the house, and we did not prepare a bedroom for her etc..
When we were given the fantastic news that Summer was coming to live with us, we then had to make the massive adjustment, a baby girl was coming to live with us! We decided to move Jacob into Lewis's room to share with Lewis - they get on great anyhow, and Lewis has the biggest room and we didn't think it would be to fair to move Liam (A teenager) around, or ask him to share a room with Lewis - even though they do most of the time get on, they do not always see eye to eye.
Once the boys agreed and were happy, we then made the changes so Summer could have Jacob's old room; the nursery. We got the cot out of the loft, purchase a single white wardrobe and that was really it, that was all we did - no decorations because we did not have anytime to do so, and also Jacob's old room was not too boyish. It would do for now!
The time has now come to decorate Summer's room, and we decided on a Peppa Pig theme, mainly because she likes to sit and watch Peppa Pig with Jacob and I think she would enjoy her room with lots of Peppa Pig around.
We are going for Pink walls with Dulux Endurance Matt Emulsion Paint Sorbet colour, white ceiling and white gloss skirting. There is no need for a new carpet, as the one in there now is in perfect condition and a neutral cream.
What we have brought so far:
Peppa Pig Lampshade from Amazon seller - Spearmark @ £9.28.
Peppa Pig bedding from Amazon seller - Price-Right Home £19.89.
Peppa Pig rug we purchased one from The Range @ £14.99
Peppa Pig curtains from Argos @ £21.99
Peppa Pig wall sticker height chart sticker from Kids Wall Stickers @ £9.95.
Peppa Pig wall Hot Air balloon stickers from Kids Wall Stickers @ £9.95.
Peppa Pig large personalised wall sticker from Amazon seller - That Vinyl Place @ £7.99.
Peppa Pig Sling Book Case from Argos @ £29.99
What I would like, but I haven't found yet, is Peppa Pig bunting style border to go around the top of the wall.
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I am looking forward to getting her room done as I know she is going to love it! Watch out for the postings for when her room is done!