On a warm, sunny day, it’s easy to believe that everything will be perfect on your wedding celebration, birthday or reunion. But bad weather can happen and leave you and your guests in a mad scramble to get away from the sudden downpour. If you’re holding the event outdoors, make sure you have tents to take care of the weather problem, says Holidappy. Don’t know what to look for when you look for tents? Here are some tips:
Size
Consult size guidelines so you know what tent goes with what event. You’ll have to consider square footage and number of guests. So whether you have a buffet dinner or cocktail party in mind, make sure your tent is large enough to hold everyone.
Appearance
There are plenty of tent designs available, some in all white, some in entertaining stripes. With plenty of large tents for sale online and off, you have your pick of various options and styles to suit any event you have in mind.
Setup time
If you’re booking a venue for your event, then time is likely of the essence. So don’t forget to check on how long a particular tent takes to set up. Opt for one with a shorter setup time or if you’re set on tents that take longer to set up, then make sure you make allowances for the time and start putting them up early to meet your time table.
Cost
Some tents are more expensive than others so browse until you find the ones you like, at prices that won’t make your wallet weep. There are plenty enough of options out there that you’re sure to find one that fits the bill to a tee.
Walls
Will you need walls or not? If your party or wedding day set in warmer weather, then you probably would want to do away with the walls. But if your outdoor event is going to be held during colder weather, when rain is a distinct possibility, then getting a tent with walls is a definite lifesaver. It will also help keep everyone warm and dry if it rains.
Floors
Some opt for plain ground. Others come with a dance floor while others pack along a full floor under the tent. It depends on what you want. However, if the floor’s uneven, then going for a full tent floor should help straighten that out. It’s also going to help keep the mud and dirt off your guests’ shoes.