The anal sphincters, along with the pelvic muscles that surround the end of the digestive tract, ensure controlled movement of digestive tract contents. There are many possible causes of fecal incontinence; in most cases, incontinence results from some combination of these causes. Critical to normal bowel function are:
Oilcloth is a tightly woven fabric, usually cotton or linen, which is then treated on one side to give it a waterproof finish. The coating traditionally was linseed oil, but is now more commercially sold with a PVC coating.
I recently bought a pretty piece of soft oilcloth fabric, cut it to the size of the dining table we bought last year & use it for family dinners when our granddaughters are here. All I have to do is wipe it off & it's good to go. It's a pretty light green lattice pattern, so kind of classy looking but very functional.