6 ft vs 8 ft Table Cover: Which Size Do You Need?
Table covers are sized to the table they go over, so the first question is simple: is your table a 6 ft or an 8 ft folding table? Those are the two standard sizes at most shows, and Apex covers are built to fit them.
Match the cover to the table
| Table | Cover size | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| 6 ft folding table | 6 ft cover | Most trade-show and market booths, registration desks |
| 8 ft folding table | 8 ft cover | Wider counters, product displays, larger booths |
Our pleated table covers come in 4 ft, 6 ft and 8 ft; our stretch covers come in 6 ft and 8 ft. Both are closed-back (4-sided) and printed full-color.
How to choose
Measure the table, or check the label — folding tables are almost always sold as 6 ft or 8 ft. Order the cover that matches. A 6 ft cover on an 8 ft table won't reach; an 8 ft cover on a 6 ft table will pool at the ends. If you run both table sizes across events, it's common to own one of each.
A note on the small (4 ft) option
Pleated covers also come in a 4 ft size for compact demo or sampling tables. Stretch covers start at 6 ft.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know my table size? Standard folding tables are 6 ft or 8 ft long; measure the top edge if you're unsure.
Pleated or stretch? That's a separate choice about look and fit — see Pleated vs Stretch table covers.
Are they machine washable? Yes — both are wrinkle-resistant and machine washable.
Shop pleated or stretch covers, or see all table covers.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know whether my table is 6 ft or 8 ft?
Measure the length of the table top, or ask the show's exhibitor services what they supply — trade show rentals are usually 6 ft or 8 ft rectangular tables. Order the cover to the table length, not to your booth width.
What happens if I order the wrong size?
A pleated throw is fairly forgiving because it drapes, so a slightly large one still looks intentional. A fitted stretch cover is not — it is cut to pull tight to a specific table length and will not fit a different one.
Is there a 4 ft option?
Yes, in the pleated style. It suits a small demo table, a registration desk or a market stall rather than a standard trade show booth table.
Are table covers machine washable?
Yes. Both styles are dye-sublimated polyester, so the ink is bonded into the fibre and the cover washes without the print cracking or fading.