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Linen & Damask Table Runners for Beautiful Table Settings
Add colour, texture and understated elegance to the table with Malmaison’s curated collection of table runners. Selected for everyday dining, long lunches and elegant entertaining, these versatile pieces create a beautiful focal point without covering the entire table.
Discover European-made linen and linen-blend table runners in timeless stripes and refined French-inspired damask. From the relaxed character of a classic red stripe to the soft pastel tones and intricate weave of pure linen jacquard, each design brings its own personality to the table.
A table runner can be styled directly over timber for a relaxed setting or layered over a tablecloth to introduce additional colour and texture. It also creates a natural foundation for candles, flowers, serving pieces and seasonal centrepieces.
Complete your setting with Napkins, Placemats and Table Runners, then layer with Dinnerware, La Rochère Glassware and French Cutlery & Utensils for a beautifully layered table with timeless French-inspired character.
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Classic Striped Table Runners
A simple stripe brings relaxed French Country character to the table. Easy to style and versatile enough for everyday dining, striped runners work beautifully with white ceramics, natural timber, clear glassware and linen napkins.
Pure Linen Damask Table Runners
For a more refined setting, pure linen jacquard brings beautiful woven detail and subtle colour to the table. Decorative damask and delicate hemstitched borders create an elegant foundation for celebrations, dinner parties and special occasions while remaining timeless enough to enjoy throughout the year.
An Elegant Alternative to a Tablecloth
A table runner is one of the simplest ways to dress a table while allowing the beauty of the surface beneath to remain visible.
Placed lengthways through the centre of a dining table, it naturally draws the eye towards flowers, candles, serving pieces or a favourite bowl. On a timber table, linen adds softness and contrast. Layered over a tablecloth, a runner introduces another dimension of colour, pattern and texture.
For relaxed everyday dining, keep the setting simple with ceramics, French glassware and loosely folded linen napkins. For entertaining, use the runner to anchor a centrepiece, then build the setting around it with elegant glassware, classic cutlery and complementary table linen.
A beautiful runner can also extend beyond the dining table. Depending on its size, it can add softness and decorative detail to a sideboard, buffet or console, allowing a favourite textile to remain part of the home even when the table is not set.
Why Choose Malmaison Table Runners?
Malmaison has been curating French and French-inspired homewares since 2003, with a focus on pieces that bring beauty and character to everyday living and entertaining.
Our table runner collection reflects that approach through considered materials, timeless patterns and refined European craftsmanship. The current collection includes European-made linen and linen-blend pieces, from relaxed stripes to intricately woven pure linen damask.
Designed to coordinate effortlessly with the wider Malmaison Table Linen collection, dinnerware, French glassware and cutlery, each runner offers an easy way to create a table that feels personal, layered and beautifully considered.
Helpful Notes & FAQs
What types of table runners are available at Malmaison?
The current collection includes striped linen-blend table runners and pure linen jacquard damask runners in softly coloured French-inspired designs. Styles and availability may change as new table linen collections are introduced.
What are Malmaison table runners made from?
Materials vary by design. The current collection includes a European-made linen/cotton blend runner and selected European-made table runners crafted from 100% linen jacquard. Refer to the individual product page for exact composition and care information.
Are Malmaison table runners made in France?
The current table runners are made in Europe and selected for their quality and French-inspired aesthetic. They are not presented as a collection of products made specifically in France. Refer to each individual product page for its exact origin.
What is a damask table runner?
Damask is a woven fabric in which the decorative motif is created within the weave rather than simply printed onto the surface. Malmaison’s current French Motif runners are crafted from 100% linen jacquard and feature softly coloured decorative motifs and hemstitched borders.
What is the difference between a table runner and a tablecloth?
A tablecloth covers most or all of the tabletop, while a table runner is a narrower length of fabric usually placed through the centre of the table. A runner allows more of the table surface to remain visible and can be used on its own or layered over a tablecloth.
Can I put a table runner over a tablecloth?
Yes. Layering a table runner over a tablecloth is an elegant way to introduce additional colour, pattern and texture. Choose complementary tones rather than feeling that the fabrics need to match exactly for a more relaxed and collected look.
Can I use a table runner directly on a timber table?
Yes. Table runners work particularly well directly on timber because they add softness and texture while still allowing much of the natural tabletop to remain visible.
How long should a table runner be?
The ideal length depends on the size of your table and the look you prefer. Some people favour a runner that sits entirely within the tabletop, while others prefer a longer runner with fabric falling slightly over each end. Always compare the individual runner dimensions with your table before purchasing.
How wide should a table runner be?
Width varies between designs. A narrower runner creates a subtle decorative strip through the centre of the table, while a wider design provides a more substantial foundation for serving pieces and centrepieces. Check the dimensions listed on each product page when choosing the best proportion for your table.
How do I style a table runner?
Place the runner lengthways through the centre of the table and use it to anchor flowers, candles, serving bowls or other decorative pieces. Add dinnerware, linen napkins, French glassware and classic cutlery to complete the setting.
Can a table runner be used on a sideboard or console?
Yes. Depending on its dimensions, a table runner can also be styled on a sideboard, buffet or console to introduce softness, colour and pattern beneath lamps, flowers, ceramics or decorative objects.
Can I coordinate Malmaison table runners with other table linen?
Yes. Selected table runners coordinate beautifully with Malmaison Napkins, Tablecloths and Placemats. Some designs also have coordinating pieces within the same range, while others can be mixed with complementary colours and textures for a more relaxed table.
How should I care for a linen table runner?
Care requirements vary according to the fabric and weave. Pure linen jacquard and linen-cotton blends may require different washing and ironing methods, so always follow the care instructions provided on the individual product page.
Do table runners help protect the dining table?
A table runner provides an additional layer between decorative or serving pieces and the tabletop and may help reduce everyday marks or scratches. It should not, however, be relied upon as complete protection from very hot dishes, spills or moisture.
Do table runners make good gifts?
Yes. A beautiful linen table runner makes a thoughtful gift for weddings, engagements, housewarmings and hosts, particularly for someone who enjoys entertaining or creating a beautifully styled table.