What is a Table Skirt?
A table skirt is a decorative covering for a side table, end table, or other accent table. Unlike a tablecloth, a table skirt may or may not cover the top of a table and a table skirt drapes to the floor. There are several possible uses for a table skirt and they mostly serve a decorative purpose. However, there are some practical purposes for table skirts as well. Decoratively speaking, a table skirt is more like a tablecloth in that they generally cover the top of the table in addition to all sides. Though a table skirt can be attached to the perimeter of a table, leaving the top exposed, most decorative fabric table skirts cover the entire table. Whether a table skirt covers the entire table or just the perimeter, it can be both a decorative and practical accent to furniture. A side table with shelving underneath that doubles as storage is a practical piece of furniture. If you prefer to hide the items being stored under the table, a table skirt is a decorative way to do that. It ma