Oilcloth
 
   

Oilcloth Tablecloth

 What is oilcloth?

Oilcloth is a specially treated fabric which is waterproof. Originally, oilcloth was made from oil impregnated canvas, leading to the name “oilcloth.” Today's oilcloth is a vinyl that is bonded and supported with a woven cotton mesh. The surface can be wiped clean. The fabric has been tested and passes the National Fire Protection Agency 701 classification for commercial and residential use.

Oilcloth is waterproof and stain resistant. Fading may occur under direct sunlight for extended periods of time since the oilcloth does not contain a UV inhibitor. Oilcloth is a 10.3oz weight vinyl.


How do I care for oilcloth?

You can wipe oilcloth clean using a warm, soapy sponge then dry it off with a soft cloth. Machine washing is not suggested. Store folded or rolled. Any creases from folding will smooth out over time-- faster in a warm environment. If you want to speed the process up you could use the steam setting on an iron with a pressing cloth between the iron and the oilcloth (DO NOT TOUCH THE IRON TO THE OILCLOTH).


What can I use oilcloth for?

There are so many things you can do with oilcloth-- table covering, placemats, lunch bags, dog food mat, high-chair mat, book cover, beach bag, raincoats, shower curtain, shelf liner, apron, wallet..... what ever you would like to be pretty and waterproof!

Update your old furniture by re-covering that old card table. You simply staple the edges underneath. We have also had lots of customers re-cover the cushions on their outdoor (and indoor) chairs.

How wide is the oilcloth? What does it cost?

The oilcloth is 47" wide. It costs $8.75 per yard.


What if I need a piece that is wider than 47"?

Oilcloth can be sewn using a size 16 sharp needle on your machine. If you are going to sew it by hand, use nice heavy duty needle and a thimble. To strengthen your seams, you may want to seal them with a bead of silicone glue (available at most art supply or hardware stores). Silicone glue dries clear and flexible.


How do I hem oilcloth?

One of wonderful qualities of oilcloth is that the raw edges will not unravel or fray. If you are doing a tablecloth you can just cut a nice straight edge, or use pinking shears for a slightly decorative edge.
 

Oilcloth is easy to clean with a warm, soapy sponge. Fabric is waterproof in addition to being stain and soil resistant.
 
 

Multi-purpose Oilcloth Bags

Carry your towel, swimsuit, groceries: carry everything!  Made of fun Mexican oilcloth fabric, these bags are handy for throwing suits in for the beach, packing a picnic, haulingl books or knitting, stashing groceries, or just carrying absolutely all your things everywhere. 
Easy to clean and no machine washing or ironing is required.

 
 

Oilcloth Market Bags

These market bags are great for groceries or toting your kids' things to and from school. If anything spills, you just wipe it out easily.
   

Oilcloth Yardage

 We have the largest selection of oilcloth in the Southwest: reds, oranges, blues, yellows & greens—a standing inventory of more than 200 rolls in different designs and colors, ready to cut to your needs.

We sell oilcloth by-the-yard, $8.75/yard
We Also Have Tote and Market Bags - These make perfect swimming gear, gym, or book bags! A practical thing to do is to keep cosmetics/toiletries in the oilcloth bag for traveling--if something should happen to leak, it stays in the case and you just wash it out!
This is an oilcloth project that one of our customers did. What a fun way to dress up a tabletop, chairs (indoor or outdoor) or TV trays! Simply cover the surface & staple the oilcloth edges underneath.

 

Love the store. I finished my oilcloth table and TV trays (old garage sale finds) and was so excited at how cute they turned out. Just wanted to share them with the store that made it possible.

Dorian from Austin, Texas
 

El Interior
1009 West Lynn
Austin, TX  78703
p. (512) 474-8680
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