What is a Felt Liner?
What is a Felt Liner?
A felt liner, also sometimes called a silencer, is a dense white felt fabric that is cut slightly smaller than the finished table cloth or place mat and is placed between the table and the cloth or mat. The felt liner helps protect the dining table from dents and scratches, and helps add opacity to the table cloth, making the color pop better than it would on a dark-grain table top. It also protects the table cloth by wicking away spills, helping to reduce stains. Finally, it helps absorb noise at a lively or crowded dinner - hence, why it is sometimes referred to as a silencer. Leontine Linens make felt liners to order and typically suggests them with every table cloth or place mat order. It is best to order them at the same time as you order your cloth or place mats to ensure they properly nest underneath with no show-through.
