Wholesale Tulle Fabric Bolt Roll 40 Yards

This collection has two kinds of 54" wide tulle: soft tulle on 40-yard bolts and pearl tulle on 10-yard rolls, each in white, ivory, and black. Choose soft tulle when you need a lot of yardage for runners, chair bows, swags, or backdrop layers. Choose pearl tulle when a smaller area will be seen up close, like a sweetheart table, cake table, or photo backdrop. If you are dressing many tables on a budget, start with the Soft Tulle Fabric Roll 54" x 40 yds in White.

What's in This Collection

• Soft Tulle Fabric Roll 54" x 40 yds (White, Ivory, Black): 100% polyester sheer tulle, approximately 54" wide and 40 yards (120 feet) long. It is plain mesh with no embellishment, so it gathers, ties, and layers without snagging on anything. This is the lower cost per yard of the two options and the one to buy when you are covering a whole room.
• Pearl Tulle Fabric Roll 54" x 10 yds (White, Ivory, Black): Tulle with pearl accents spaced across the fabric, 54" wide and 10 yards (30 feet) long. It costs more per yard and comes in a shorter length, but the pearls add texture that shows in close-up photos. Use it where guests and cameras will be closest.

The two rolls share the same width and color range, so you can run soft tulle across guest tables and use pearl tulle on the head table in the same color without the room looking mismatched.

How to Choose the Right Tulle Roll

• By project size: For runners on 10 or more tables, chair bows for a full room, or gathered swags along a long wall, soft tulle's 40 yards goes further. For one statement table or a short backdrop panel, a 10-yard pearl roll is often enough.
• By event type: Soft tulle works for weddings, quinceañeras, baby showers, birthdays, and church events where you want a light, airy layer. Pearl tulle fits more formal moments like a bridal table, cake display, or ceremony arch where detail matters.
• By budget: Spend on soft tulle for coverage and save pearl tulle for one or two focal areas. This keeps the room consistent while putting the higher-cost fabric where it gets noticed.
• By color: White reads bright and crisp. Ivory is warmer and pairs well with ivory or champagne linens. Black is a strong choice for evening events and gives sharp contrast over white or metallic tablecloths.

How Much Tulle Do You Need?

Tulle is sold by length, so a little planning prevents running short or ending up with too much.

• Table runners on 6 ft tables: A 6 ft table (72") with a 12" hang at each end needs about 96" of tulle, or roughly 2.7 yards. One 40-yard roll makes about 15 runners.
• Table runners on 8 ft tables: An 8 ft table (96") with the same 12" hang needs about 120", or roughly 3.3 yards. One 40-yard roll makes about 12 runners.
• Fuller runners: The full 54" width is wide for a runner. Fold it lengthwise in half (about 27") or in thirds (about 18") for a layered look that is less see-through.
• Chair bows: Cut a 40-yard roll lengthwise into three 18" strips and you have about 120 yards of sash material. Tie one test chair, measure what you used, and divide to see how many chairs one roll covers.
• Swags, table skirts, and ceiling layers: Gathered tulle uses much more fabric than a flat runner. Measure the straight length first, then plan at least double that for a gathered look.
• Pearl tulle accents: A 10-yard roll is 360", enough for three 120" runners on 8 ft head or cake tables.
• What goes underneath: Tulle is sheer, so the tablecloth shows through. For a floor-length base on a 60" round table, a 120" round tablecloth gives a 30" drop that reaches the floor. Browse tablecloths in every size to build the base layer.

How Tulle Works With the Rest of Your Tables

• Layer over a solid runner: Tulle on its own is light and see-through. Lay it over a satin or polyester runner from our table runner collection when you want the color to read stronger from across the room.
• Tie bows on chair covers: A tulle bow over a fitted cover adds softness without much setup time. Pick covers and bands from our chair linens to match your tulle color.
• Frame the centerpiece: Pool a short length of tulle around the base of your table centerpieces to tie the centerpiece into the runner.
• Finish the place setting: Run tulle under your charger plates for a layered look that shows the plate rim clearly.
• Wrap the napkins: A thin strip of tulle tied around folded napkins is a quick alternative to napkin rings and uses up leftover fabric.

Wrinkles, Care, and Storage

• Expect some creases: Tulle can hold fold lines from the bolt or from storage. Hang it and steam on a low setting, keeping the steamer moving a few inches away from the fabric.
• Watch the heat: Polyester tulle can melt or glaze under high heat. Skip the hot iron. If you must iron, use the lowest setting with a thin pressing cloth on top.
• Pearl tulle needs gentler handling: Keep steam and irons off the pearl accents, and spot clean or hand wash gently rather than machine washing.
• Roll, don't fold: After the event, roll tulle loosely and store it dry and out of direct sunlight to limit creasing and fading.
• More care guidance: For general washing, steaming, and storage tips across event fabrics, see our linen care guide. Always follow the care details on each product page.
• Use the leftovers: Extra tulle works for favor bags, gift wrap, bows, and future events, so a partial roll is rarely wasted.

Notes for Venues and Professional Decorators

These rolls are not listed as flame retardant. If you plan to hang tulle from a ceiling, over an arch, or as a backdrop, check your venue's drapery rules before you install it. If you are building inventory for repeat events, order all the rolls you need for one color in a single order so you can compare them side by side before the event.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it cheaper to buy a tulle roll than to rent tulle runners?

For most events, yes. One 40-yard soft tulle roll makes about 12 to 15 runners for 6 to 8 ft tables, and you keep the roll afterward. Compare the cost of one roll against your rental quote per runner to see the difference for your table count.

What is the difference between soft tulle and pearl tulle?

Soft tulle is plain 100% polyester mesh on a 40-yard bolt, best for covering a lot of space at a low cost per yard. Pearl tulle has pearl accents across the fabric and comes on a 10-yard roll. It costs more per yard and is best used on a focal area like a head table or backdrop.

Will tulle wrinkle, and how do I get the creases out?

Tulle can show creases from the bolt or storage. Hang it and steam on low, keeping the steamer a few inches away and moving. Avoid high heat, since polyester can melt, and keep heat off pearl accents entirely.

Will the color look the same as it does on my screen?

Screens show color differently, and because tulle is sheer, the color you see at the event also depends on what is underneath. Ivory over a white tablecloth reads lighter than ivory over ivory. Plan your base linens and tulle color together, and buy all the tulle for one event at the same time.

Is this tulle flame retardant?

These rolls are not listed as flame retardant. If your venue requires certified materials for ceiling draping or backdrops, confirm with the venue before hanging tulle overhead.