Striped Woven Cotton Table Runner for Rectangular Tables

This table runner is not a full tablecloth but a decorative accent piece intended to be placed lengthwise down the center of a rectangular table. It is made from 100% cotton woven fabric with a jacquard stripe pattern. The runner measures 14 inches wide by 72 inches long (35.6 x 183 cm). The pattern consists of alternating 1-inch (2.5 cm) wide stripes in natural cream and soft sage green. The fabric weight is 200 grams per square meter. Both ends are finished with a 0.5-inch (1.3 cm) hem that is mitered at the corners. The runner is unlined and single-layer. It is intended for indoor use on dining tables, buffet tables, or coffee tables to add color and texture. The cotton fabric is absorbent and not stain-resistant; spills will soak through to the table surface underneath. The runner does not provide heat protection; use trivets for hot dishes. It can be used alone or layered over a solid tablecloth. Care instructions: machine wash cold on gentle cycle, mild detergent, do not bleach. Tumble dry low; remove promptly to minimize wrinkles. Warm iron if needed. Expect up to 3% shrinkage in length after first wash. The jacquard weave may have slight irregularities in the stripe alignment due to the weaving process; this is normal and not a defect. The runner weighs 0.5 lbs (0.23 kg). It is suitable for everyday use as well as for seasonal decorating. The fabric may fade over many washes; to slow fading, wash in cold water and dry away from direct sunlight. The runner is not fire-resistant. To prevent shifting, a non-slip pad can be placed underneath. The product is packaged in a paper sleeve. No assembly required. The runner should be stored flat or rolled; folding may create creases that are difficult to remove without ironing. The ends are hemmed with matching thread; loose threads can be trimmed with scissors. This runner is not intended for use on round or oval tables, as the straight edges will overhang unevenly. The width is narrow; it is designed to accommodate centerpieces, candles, or a row of plates, not to cover the entire table surface. The colorfastness is rated for 20 washes before noticeable fading under normal conditions. The product contains no added flame retardants.