<![CDATA[Marquee Hire Party Tent Services Dublin Ireland: Latest News]]> http://marqueehiredublin.com Fri, 30 Jul 2010 07:49:45 +0000 <![CDATA[Event Hire Companies - Adding Life, Colour And Zest To Your Parties]]> http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=19 Sun, 30 May 2010 01:15:48 +0000 http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=19 Anyone who has ever held a party or any other event would certainly know the trouble that's associated with getting all the necessary equipment and to ensure everything runs seamlessly. Also, nowadays people would rather not go to a simple backyard barbecue party which offers nothing more than some barbecue, a few colourful balloons and drinks. This is where a good event hire company will add good value by peppering the event with lots of fashionable and attractive things. However, it's important to identify and hire only the best firms - best in terms of price and also in terms of services and equipment.

Plenty of event hire firms today would offer things like classy martini glasses and breath-taking casino backdrops with fake GBP notes littered across the house. Hiring a top-notch firm means that they will get each and every detail looked into without you needing to break a sweat. Parties that replicate the sixties, the seventies and eighties are a big favorite among party enthusiasts and event hire firms alike. To help the people loosen up; the company could also use a projector to illuminate a section of the floor to make it look and feel like a dance floor. Nowadays, event hire companies will also throw in a few masked models that would portray certain childhood film characters and/or cartoons.

Additionally, you can also opt to lighten up your party by asking the event organisers to add a few game stalls - this would add a special zest, colour, joy and cheer to the party. To add further zest and cheer, consider asking for distorted mirrors to be hung up on some of the walls - also couple this with littering the entire place with multicoloured and eye-catching buntings.

Another very popular idea among the event hire companies is to make the entire party feel like the discovery of the lost city of Atlantis. The team will make this happen via tactics such as installing a water effect projector and having the entire house littered with lost treasure and underwater gems.

Event hire companies have made parting even more fun. Everything and anything is possible - from fancy dress parties, clowns and bearded ladies to magicians and lion tamers. The job of these companies is to make your party a lifelong memorable event.

]]> Anyone who has ever held a party or any other event would certainly know the trouble that's associated with getting all the necessary equipment and to ensure everything runs seamlessly. Also, nowadays people would rather not go to a simple backyard barbecue party which offers nothing more than some barbecue, a few colourful balloons and drinks. This is where a good event hire company will add good value by peppering the event with lots of fashionable and attractive things. However, it's important to identify and hire only the best firms - best in terms of price and also in terms of services and equipment.

Plenty of event hire firms today would offer things like classy martini glasses and breath-taking casino backdrops with fake GBP notes littered across the house. Hiring a top-notch firm means that they will get each and every detail looked into without you needing to break a sweat. Parties that replicate the sixties, the seventies and eighties are a big favorite among party enthusiasts and event hire firms alike. To help the people loosen up; the company could also use a projector to illuminate a section of the floor to make it look and feel like a dance floor. Nowadays, event hire companies will also throw in a few masked models that would portray certain childhood film characters and/or cartoons.

Additionally, you can also opt to lighten up your party by asking the event organisers to add a few game stalls - this would add a special zest, colour, joy and cheer to the party. To add further zest and cheer, consider asking for distorted mirrors to be hung up on some of the walls - also couple this with littering the entire place with multicoloured and eye-catching buntings.

Another very popular idea among the event hire companies is to make the entire party feel like the discovery of the lost city of Atlantis. The team will make this happen via tactics such as installing a water effect projector and having the entire house littered with lost treasure and underwater gems.

Event hire companies have made parting even more fun. Everything and anything is possible - from fancy dress parties, clowns and bearded ladies to magicians and lion tamers. The job of these companies is to make your party a lifelong memorable event.

]]> <![CDATA[How To Select And Decorate A Party Tent]]> http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=18 Sun, 30 May 2010 01:07:31 +0000 http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=18 To properly plan any outdoor gathering, you must consider how to protect guests from sudden changes in weather. Party tents are the perfect answer to temporary outdoor coverage. Choosing the correct event tent may seem like a daunting task at first but in actuality the selection process can not only be simplified but fun as well.

There are three basic elements that need to be considered when selecting and purchasing a party canopy. The first element is coverage. Does the party tent need to be completely enclosed or is the top cover adequate coverage? Available for both rent and purchase, the price of a party tent can vary greatly depending on which accessories items are selected. Open-ended event tents come with the basic frame and top cover. For further protection, additional side panels can be purchased to fully enclose the tent. Aside from protection, fully enclosed party canopies provide privacy, warmth and can enhance the overall elegance of the event. There is no right or wrong decision when choosing between open-ended or enclosed tent structures. Both weather and budget will be key factors in the decision.

The second element to consider when selecting a party tent is size and shape. How many guests will be attending the event? Will the tent be used for standing room only or will table space need to be accounted for? Party tents are available in a variety of sizes and deciding on the correct square footage is important. The broad span of sizes is actually an advantage in the fact that multiple units of different dimensions can be selected to achieve the desired coverage. The smallest party tents for sale are 10’ x 10’ and can be purchased as large as 20’ x 40’. To give an example of the size capacity of the larger party tents, the 20’ x 40’ can accommodate up to eight 60” round tables. Each 60” table can seat approximately 10 people.

The final element to consider when choosing a tent for an event is the color scheme. Is the structure going to be used for a more intimate gathering such as a wedding or is the tent being used for an entertainment type gathering where brighter colors can be used? Party canopies are available in a wide range of colors and patterns. Solid colors, such as white, can be chosen for elegant parties and wedding receptions. Brighter colors and striped patterns will give the party some flare and add fun and excitement. Choose a color that will compliment the mood of the party and the decision will be easy.

Once you have found a party tent that is a perfect fit for your occasion you can decide on decorations. Decorating your tent is entirely optional and can be accomplished with minimal investment. By incorporating small decorating details, the party canopy will blend in with the other elements and give the entire venue a unified look. Decorations can be as simple as flowers and balloons or can be more detailed with the use of string lighting and drape cloths for the canopy legs. Be creative and make the planning of your next event fun. Have others help in the coordination efforts and do not pass on the opportunity to make even the simplest adjustments like decorating your party tent.

]]> To properly plan any outdoor gathering, you must consider how to protect guests from sudden changes in weather. Party tents are the perfect answer to temporary outdoor coverage. Choosing the correct event tent may seem like a daunting task at first but in actuality the selection process can not only be simplified but fun as well.

There are three basic elements that need to be considered when selecting and purchasing a party canopy. The first element is coverage. Does the party tent need to be completely enclosed or is the top cover adequate coverage? Available for both rent and purchase, the price of a party tent can vary greatly depending on which accessories items are selected. Open-ended event tents come with the basic frame and top cover. For further protection, additional side panels can be purchased to fully enclose the tent. Aside from protection, fully enclosed party canopies provide privacy, warmth and can enhance the overall elegance of the event. There is no right or wrong decision when choosing between open-ended or enclosed tent structures. Both weather and budget will be key factors in the decision.

The second element to consider when selecting a party tent is size and shape. How many guests will be attending the event? Will the tent be used for standing room only or will table space need to be accounted for? Party tents are available in a variety of sizes and deciding on the correct square footage is important. The broad span of sizes is actually an advantage in the fact that multiple units of different dimensions can be selected to achieve the desired coverage. The smallest party tents for sale are 10’ x 10’ and can be purchased as large as 20’ x 40’. To give an example of the size capacity of the larger party tents, the 20’ x 40’ can accommodate up to eight 60” round tables. Each 60” table can seat approximately 10 people.

The final element to consider when choosing a tent for an event is the color scheme. Is the structure going to be used for a more intimate gathering such as a wedding or is the tent being used for an entertainment type gathering where brighter colors can be used? Party canopies are available in a wide range of colors and patterns. Solid colors, such as white, can be chosen for elegant parties and wedding receptions. Brighter colors and striped patterns will give the party some flare and add fun and excitement. Choose a color that will compliment the mood of the party and the decision will be easy.

Once you have found a party tent that is a perfect fit for your occasion you can decide on decorations. Decorating your tent is entirely optional and can be accomplished with minimal investment. By incorporating small decorating details, the party canopy will blend in with the other elements and give the entire venue a unified look. Decorations can be as simple as flowers and balloons or can be more detailed with the use of string lighting and drape cloths for the canopy legs. Be creative and make the planning of your next event fun. Have others help in the coordination efforts and do not pass on the opportunity to make even the simplest adjustments like decorating your party tent.

]]> <![CDATA[ Marquee Hire – Helping You Live Out Your Perfect Party]]> http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=17 Sun, 30 May 2010 01:03:47 +0000 http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=17

If you are considering making a marquee hire, there are some definite advantages to doing so. A marquee can help turn your private party or event into a more pleasant experience, not just for you, but for your guests as well. The marquee hire that you make can help you with all aspects from planning to execution of your event or party. Your marquee can help you determine what works best for your event and then plan the event around it. There are some obvious advantages to hiring out the tasks that are involved in planning and pulling off a great and memorable event.

Marquee Hire Advantage One

Improved and simplified planning. How big do you want your event or party to be? How many guests do you plan on inviting and how many do you think will attend? What type of entertainment do you want to offer at the venue? Will you be serving refreshments, drinks, or food? Before you make the marquee hire, make sure that the marquee you select is adept at planning this part of the event or party.

Marquee Hire Advantage Two

Improved aesthetics. Consider the party or event aesthetics when you make a marquee hire. There is no rule that says that just because the event may get a bit outrageous that the ambiance and aesthetic appeal of the surroundings do not have to be up to par. You want to have that wow factor to your event, and the marquee can come in handing in showing you how to arrange that effect.

Marquee Hire Advantage Three

Assistance from professionals who know the ropes. One of the biggest downsides to throwing a party or hosting an event is that a couple of people are usually shouldered with much of the responsibility and legwork. When you make a marquee hire of a reputable and knowledgeable marquee, you can rest assured that the event will go off without a hitch because of their professional experience. These people are professionals at what they do; this is how they earn their living. And many are quite passionate about their work. This type of hands on help will make your party or event one for the record books.

When you make a marquee hire, the marquee can be responsible for the planning and implementation of what you want to make happen. This can lessen the burden on you so that you can enjoy yourself and the festivities.

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If you are considering making a marquee hire, there are some definite advantages to doing so. A marquee can help turn your private party or event into a more pleasant experience, not just for you, but for your guests as well. The marquee hire that you make can help you with all aspects from planning to execution of your event or party. Your marquee can help you determine what works best for your event and then plan the event around it. There are some obvious advantages to hiring out the tasks that are involved in planning and pulling off a great and memorable event.

Marquee Hire Advantage One

Improved and simplified planning. How big do you want your event or party to be? How many guests do you plan on inviting and how many do you think will attend? What type of entertainment do you want to offer at the venue? Will you be serving refreshments, drinks, or food? Before you make the marquee hire, make sure that the marquee you select is adept at planning this part of the event or party.

Marquee Hire Advantage Two

Improved aesthetics. Consider the party or event aesthetics when you make a marquee hire. There is no rule that says that just because the event may get a bit outrageous that the ambiance and aesthetic appeal of the surroundings do not have to be up to par. You want to have that wow factor to your event, and the marquee can come in handing in showing you how to arrange that effect.

Marquee Hire Advantage Three

Assistance from professionals who know the ropes. One of the biggest downsides to throwing a party or hosting an event is that a couple of people are usually shouldered with much of the responsibility and legwork. When you make a marquee hire of a reputable and knowledgeable marquee, you can rest assured that the event will go off without a hitch because of their professional experience. These people are professionals at what they do; this is how they earn their living. And many are quite passionate about their work. This type of hands on help will make your party or event one for the record books.

When you make a marquee hire, the marquee can be responsible for the planning and implementation of what you want to make happen. This can lessen the burden on you so that you can enjoy yourself and the festivities.

]]> <![CDATA[Don't Let Indecision About Party Marquee Hire Make You a Party Pooper]]> http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=15 Sun, 30 May 2010 00:55:14 +0000 http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=15 The Bad News

Statistically getting married is one the leading causes of stress. This is largely due to planning the wedding, escalating costs and family politics. Meanwhile planning any event, wedding or other is often stressful. If you are not careful, when the big day arrives, you will be so burnt out you will not be able to enjoy the fruits of your party planning labour!

The Good News

Whether you are planning a corporate event, wedding, party or a fund-raising ball, marquee hire will give you the least event planning stress. Marquee hiring companies in the UK are now equipped to help you decide what marquee to hire to suit your needs. All you need to do is determine very specifically what those needs are.

Things to Consider When Hiring a Marquee or Party Tent

Location of the Hire Marquee Whether the hire marquee is going to be situated in hotel grounds or your own modestly sized garden, the location, available space and ground surface will determine the style and size of marquee that you hire. Once you have decided your event location, the marquee or tent hire company will do a site visit to assess your specific marquee needs. The marquee hire company will then advise you on the type of marquee or tent that will suit the space, the surface it will be placed on and your planned event.

Guest numbers will also determine how large the marquee needs to be. Ensure your available location space is large enough to accommodate all your guests comfortably.

Surface that the Hire Marquee or Tent will Rest On It is a good thing to know in advance what to expect in terms of marquee style so do research what is possible. For example, a clear-span frame has no interior supporting poles and does not require pegs to be secured to the ground. The clear-span style marquees are thus the style required for hard-standing such as a concrete floor or patio.

If you provide your marquee hire company with the details of your location over the phone they might be able to provide some details in advance of their site visit. Draw up a floor plan of the site, include exits, parking and where you plan to site your marquee.

Last but Not Least, You Must Know Your Budget There is a marquee for hire to suit most party planning budgets. This budget needs to cover more that just the hire of the marquee. It should include decorations, chairs, tables, tablecloths, lighting, flooring and plenty more besides. Share the budget total with your marquee hire representative as they can if required arrange for all these 'extras' via an additional party planning service. They will then be able to apportion your budget accordingly, saving you the stress of doing so!

]]> The Bad News

Statistically getting married is one the leading causes of stress. This is largely due to planning the wedding, escalating costs and family politics. Meanwhile planning any event, wedding or other is often stressful. If you are not careful, when the big day arrives, you will be so burnt out you will not be able to enjoy the fruits of your party planning labour!

The Good News

Whether you are planning a corporate event, wedding, party or a fund-raising ball, marquee hire will give you the least event planning stress. Marquee hiring companies in the UK are now equipped to help you decide what marquee to hire to suit your needs. All you need to do is determine very specifically what those needs are.

Things to Consider When Hiring a Marquee or Party Tent

Location of the Hire Marquee Whether the hire marquee is going to be situated in hotel grounds or your own modestly sized garden, the location, available space and ground surface will determine the style and size of marquee that you hire. Once you have decided your event location, the marquee or tent hire company will do a site visit to assess your specific marquee needs. The marquee hire company will then advise you on the type of marquee or tent that will suit the space, the surface it will be placed on and your planned event.

Guest numbers will also determine how large the marquee needs to be. Ensure your available location space is large enough to accommodate all your guests comfortably.

Surface that the Hire Marquee or Tent will Rest On It is a good thing to know in advance what to expect in terms of marquee style so do research what is possible. For example, a clear-span frame has no interior supporting poles and does not require pegs to be secured to the ground. The clear-span style marquees are thus the style required for hard-standing such as a concrete floor or patio.

If you provide your marquee hire company with the details of your location over the phone they might be able to provide some details in advance of their site visit. Draw up a floor plan of the site, include exits, parking and where you plan to site your marquee.

Last but Not Least, You Must Know Your Budget There is a marquee for hire to suit most party planning budgets. This budget needs to cover more that just the hire of the marquee. It should include decorations, chairs, tables, tablecloths, lighting, flooring and plenty more besides. Share the budget total with your marquee hire representative as they can if required arrange for all these 'extras' via an additional party planning service. They will then be able to apportion your budget accordingly, saving you the stress of doing so!

]]> <![CDATA[How To Decorate Wedding Marquees For That Special Day?]]> http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=14 Sun, 30 May 2010 00:47:22 +0000 http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=14 PƖοttіחɡ tһе decoration fοr wedding marquees varies frοm decorating traditional wedding reception venues іח tһаt a marquee offers a blank canvas аѕ oppose tο аח already (аחԁ οftеח highly) decorated function room. Assuming уου hire a clear-span framed structure (without interior structural poles) уου аƖѕο һаνе аח even, uncluttered space wһісһ provides limitless decoration possibilities.

If уου ѕtаrt tο рƖοt уουr wedding decoration аѕ soon аѕ уου know wһісһ type οf tent уου аrе hiring, уου саח ensure tһаt іt looks spectacular аחԁ accommodates аƖƖ уουr wedding venue needs.

Wedding Marquee Budget

Yουr budget ѕһουƖԁ include significance fοr tһе marquee hire, table decorations, chairs, lighting, table cloths аחԁ flowers etc. Yου mау аƖѕο want tο hire outdoor heaters depending οח wһаt time οf year уου аrе getting married, ѕο ensure tο include persons іח уουr budget.

Wedding Marquee Size

Ideally уου ѕһουƖԁ draw up a floor рƖοt οח a small piece οf graph paper ѕһοwіחɡ a scaled down version οf уουr marquees floor space. Pencil іח wһеrе уου рƖοt tο һаνе tables аחԁ chairs, tһе DJ οr band аחԁ аחу additional large items wһісһ wіƖƖ bе һοחеѕtƖу fixed іח stipulations οf tһеіr рƖасе surrounded bу tһе wedding tent. Yου wіƖƖ need tο know һοw many guests уου wіƖƖ bе seating іח order tο ensure уου order tһе rіɡһt sized tent, chairs аחԁ tables etc.

Wedding Marquee PƖасе

If tһе wedding marquee іѕ situated іח large open grounds уου mіɡһt want guests tο delight іח both tһе indoor space offered bу tһе marquee аѕ well аѕ tһе outdoor space. If tһаt іѕ tһе case, tһе outside area mіɡһt bе јυѕt аѕ vital іח stipulations οf visual appeal аחԁ саח bе mаԁе tο look especially enchanting wіtһ outdoor illumination attached tο tһе outside frame. If bυt, уου аrе unlikely tο bе using tһе outdoor space, уου сουƖԁ limit уουr decoration οf tһе outside οf tһе marquee tο a few balloons, flowers аחԁ a banner tο welcome guests via tһе main entrance.

Wedding Marquee Theme
Given tһаt уου һаνе tһіѕ ɡοrɡеουѕ blank canvas tο work wіtһ іח stipulations οf decorating уουr wedding уου сουƖԁ bе quite adventurous аחԁ theme уουr decorations.

Wedding Theme tһουɡһtѕ:

•    Medieval dinner
•    Hawaiian nights
•    Turkish delights
•    60’s – 80’s theme
•    Hollywood (οr Bollywood) theme

If уου аrе рƖοttіחɡ a themed wedding marquee, ԁο ѕοmе research οח tһе Internet οr іח magazines fοr tһουɡһtѕ οf colours, fabrics, decorations аחԁ floorings. Yου mау аƖѕο want tο Ɩеt уουr guests know tһеrе іѕ a dress code!

I.e.: Fοr Hollywood themed marquee:

•    Red carpet flooring up tһе centre isle
•    Gold аחԁ silver style decorations οח tables
•    White table cloths wіtһ perhaps gold sequins scattered sparingly οח tables
•    Golden lanterns аחԁ showy wall decorations
•    Posters οf Hollywood stars οח tһе walls
•    Guests advised tο dress tο impress ‘Hollywood style’

Decorating tһе Walls οf tһе Marquee

Sοmе wedding marquees аrе already lined οr draped wіtһ a silky type οf fabric. Tһеу саח bе coloured, patterned οr plain. Unlined tents аrе plainer аחԁ less expensive. Lanterns, hanging decorations аחԁ sari fabrics саח bе used tο liven up plain walls аחԁ ceilings.

Decorating tһе Floor οf tһе Wedding Marquee

Carpet саח warm up wһаt mіɡһt appear tο bе a сοƖԁеr wedding venue option, though іt саח bе impractical аחԁ expensive. Matting іѕ a more familiar marquee flooring option wһіƖе a hardwood floor offers luxury, weather proofing аחԁ a dent іח tһе wallet! If tһе floor below уουr marquee іѕ hard, i.e. patio οr concrete etc, уου саח manage without extra flooring аחԁ іf іt іѕ sited οח grass, аѕ long аѕ tһе impose a curfew іѕ dry going without flooring саח bе аח adequate аח inexpensive option.

Decorating tһе Poles οf a Wedding Marquee

Mοѕt marquees don’t һаνе supporting poles, bυt іf tһеу ԁο уου саח decorate tһеm bу winding artificial leaves аחԁ flowers around tһеm οr a nice transparent, floaty fabric tied up wіtһ a giant bow.

]]> PƖοttіחɡ tһе decoration fοr wedding marquees varies frοm decorating traditional wedding reception venues іח tһаt a marquee offers a blank canvas аѕ oppose tο аח already (аחԁ οftеח highly) decorated function room. Assuming уου hire a clear-span framed structure (without interior structural poles) уου аƖѕο һаνе аח even, uncluttered space wһісһ provides limitless decoration possibilities.

If уου ѕtаrt tο рƖοt уουr wedding decoration аѕ soon аѕ уου know wһісһ type οf tent уου аrе hiring, уου саח ensure tһаt іt looks spectacular аחԁ accommodates аƖƖ уουr wedding venue needs.

Wedding Marquee Budget

Yουr budget ѕһουƖԁ include significance fοr tһе marquee hire, table decorations, chairs, lighting, table cloths аחԁ flowers etc. Yου mау аƖѕο want tο hire outdoor heaters depending οח wһаt time οf year уου аrе getting married, ѕο ensure tο include persons іח уουr budget.

Wedding Marquee Size

Ideally уου ѕһουƖԁ draw up a floor рƖοt οח a small piece οf graph paper ѕһοwіחɡ a scaled down version οf уουr marquees floor space. Pencil іח wһеrе уου рƖοt tο һаνе tables аחԁ chairs, tһе DJ οr band аחԁ аחу additional large items wһісһ wіƖƖ bе һοחеѕtƖу fixed іח stipulations οf tһеіr рƖасе surrounded bу tһе wedding tent. Yου wіƖƖ need tο know һοw many guests уου wіƖƖ bе seating іח order tο ensure уου order tһе rіɡһt sized tent, chairs аחԁ tables etc.

Wedding Marquee PƖасе

If tһе wedding marquee іѕ situated іח large open grounds уου mіɡһt want guests tο delight іח both tһе indoor space offered bу tһе marquee аѕ well аѕ tһе outdoor space. If tһаt іѕ tһе case, tһе outside area mіɡһt bе јυѕt аѕ vital іח stipulations οf visual appeal аחԁ саח bе mаԁе tο look especially enchanting wіtһ outdoor illumination attached tο tһе outside frame. If bυt, уου аrе unlikely tο bе using tһе outdoor space, уου сουƖԁ limit уουr decoration οf tһе outside οf tһе marquee tο a few balloons, flowers аחԁ a banner tο welcome guests via tһе main entrance.

Wedding Marquee Theme
Given tһаt уου һаνе tһіѕ ɡοrɡеουѕ blank canvas tο work wіtһ іח stipulations οf decorating уουr wedding уου сουƖԁ bе quite adventurous аחԁ theme уουr decorations.

Wedding Theme tһουɡһtѕ:

•    Medieval dinner
•    Hawaiian nights
•    Turkish delights
•    60’s – 80’s theme
•    Hollywood (οr Bollywood) theme

If уου аrе рƖοttіחɡ a themed wedding marquee, ԁο ѕοmе research οח tһе Internet οr іח magazines fοr tһουɡһtѕ οf colours, fabrics, decorations аחԁ floorings. Yου mау аƖѕο want tο Ɩеt уουr guests know tһеrе іѕ a dress code!

I.e.: Fοr Hollywood themed marquee:

•    Red carpet flooring up tһе centre isle
•    Gold аחԁ silver style decorations οח tables
•    White table cloths wіtһ perhaps gold sequins scattered sparingly οח tables
•    Golden lanterns аחԁ showy wall decorations
•    Posters οf Hollywood stars οח tһе walls
•    Guests advised tο dress tο impress ‘Hollywood style’

Decorating tһе Walls οf tһе Marquee

Sοmе wedding marquees аrе already lined οr draped wіtһ a silky type οf fabric. Tһеу саח bе coloured, patterned οr plain. Unlined tents аrе plainer аחԁ less expensive. Lanterns, hanging decorations аחԁ sari fabrics саח bе used tο liven up plain walls аחԁ ceilings.

Decorating tһе Floor οf tһе Wedding Marquee

Carpet саח warm up wһаt mіɡһt appear tο bе a сοƖԁеr wedding venue option, though іt саח bе impractical аחԁ expensive. Matting іѕ a more familiar marquee flooring option wһіƖе a hardwood floor offers luxury, weather proofing аחԁ a dent іח tһе wallet! If tһе floor below уουr marquee іѕ hard, i.e. patio οr concrete etc, уου саח manage without extra flooring аחԁ іf іt іѕ sited οח grass, аѕ long аѕ tһе impose a curfew іѕ dry going without flooring саח bе аח adequate аח inexpensive option.

Decorating tһе Poles οf a Wedding Marquee

Mοѕt marquees don’t һаνе supporting poles, bυt іf tһеу ԁο уου саח decorate tһеm bу winding artificial leaves аחԁ flowers around tһеm οr a nice transparent, floaty fabric tied up wіtһ a giant bow.

]]> <![CDATA[Benefits of Approaching a Marquee Hire Service Company]]> http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=13 Sun, 30 May 2010 00:44:10 +0000 http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=13 These days most of the people prefer to hire marquee for organizing any event not only for their versatility but also because these Party Hire create relaxed and open atmosphere at the venue.Wedding tents, corporate marquee tent or event party tents create lively atmosphere in comparison to the parties held in private suite of a hotel or a closed hall.Maximum number of people will prefer to have a party in an ordinary open space covered by tent over the function room because it will be visually more impressive. Whether you are organizing a wedding, birthday party, farewell party or a business award dinner, a marquee hire is the best way to make the event more successful.You must keep in mind that only Wedding Hire marquee will not be able to create a memorable environment and you will have to arrange for good quality sound system so that guests can enjoy. There are any interior designers who can decorate the wedding or the party tent in the best way. In-fact, a few marquee hire companies give interior designing services to their clients and that too at competitive prices. The list of services they offer might include:Event cateringPortable toiletsBar or waiter servicesTransport servicesAudio/visual equipmentGenerators and air conditioning unitsBy taking the help of a Wedding Marquee Hire, you can arrange of a hassle free party at competitive price. These service providers offer a whole event package to clients based on their requirements and theme of the party.It is always better to give the party arrangement work to a marquee hire company so that you can focus more on things like sending out invites, shopping for the party dress, accommodation arrangements and many more things. All this will be less burdensome for you and the party will be a smooth affair for your guests.

]]> These days most of the people prefer to hire marquee for organizing any event not only for their versatility but also because these Party Hire create relaxed and open atmosphere at the venue.Wedding tents, corporate marquee tent or event party tents create lively atmosphere in comparison to the parties held in private suite of a hotel or a closed hall.Maximum number of people will prefer to have a party in an ordinary open space covered by tent over the function room because it will be visually more impressive. Whether you are organizing a wedding, birthday party, farewell party or a business award dinner, a marquee hire is the best way to make the event more successful.You must keep in mind that only Wedding Hire marquee will not be able to create a memorable environment and you will have to arrange for good quality sound system so that guests can enjoy. There are any interior designers who can decorate the wedding or the party tent in the best way. In-fact, a few marquee hire companies give interior designing services to their clients and that too at competitive prices. The list of services they offer might include:Event cateringPortable toiletsBar or waiter servicesTransport servicesAudio/visual equipmentGenerators and air conditioning unitsBy taking the help of a Wedding Marquee Hire, you can arrange of a hassle free party at competitive price. These service providers offer a whole event package to clients based on their requirements and theme of the party.It is always better to give the party arrangement work to a marquee hire company so that you can focus more on things like sending out invites, shopping for the party dress, accommodation arrangements and many more things. All this will be less burdensome for you and the party will be a smooth affair for your guests.

]]> <![CDATA[What Are The Benefits Of Marquee Hire For Outdoor Weddings]]> http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=12 Sun, 30 May 2010 00:37:42 +0000 http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=12 There are many benefits of hiring a marquee for an outdoor wedding or reception party. The main benefit is that a marquee provides a stylish canopy which gives shelter from unpredictable British weather conditions, such as strong winds, sunshine and rainfall.

Some people choose to hire a marquee their wedding reception, whilst others hold the whole wedding day inside the marquee. They may hold everything from the wedding day lunch, wedding ceremony, the speeches, wedding reception meal and even the disco afterwards. They may only venture outside for the wedding photographs.

Hiring a temporary structure like a marquee enables you to pick and choose what you do on your wedding day. If the weather is good, then you may move the ceremony outside or take the photography inside if it rains.

Some people choose to erect their wedding marquee in the grounds of a hotel, giving the hotel the responsibility of organising the meals, furniture, flower arrangements, creating themed decor and even ‘putting up’ the relatives. This is an ideal solution when organising a large wedding with hundreds or guests. Thus giving you more time to relax and enjoy your special day.

An added benefit of positioning your wedding marquee next to a hotel is your guests may take advantage of the hotels facilities, car park and ultimately their accommodation.

Whilst those who are fortunate enough to have access to a large garden, suitable for a marquee, choose to organise every last detail themselves. This may seem a more stressful and time consuming an option, but it does allow for much more freedom to create a more bespoke wedding day experience.

Putting a marquee within your own garden allows for ‘on the fly’ changes, if for example, the weather takes a turn for the worst, you can move indoors or if more guests arrive than expected, you can accommodate them within your house. Additionally if your caterers let you down, you can organise additional food yourselves more easily.

Types of Wedding Marquee

There are 2 main types of marquee available for hire on the market today, the first and the most common type of marquee is called ‘clear-span’. Clear-span marquees are basically very large tents that do not have the need for guy ropes or metal support struts. This means their interiors are clear from internal poles and frame work.

The main benefit of this is that you have the freedom to organise the interior space at your wedding marquee, without being restricted about what goes where. Where as, if you were hiring a function room, you may be restricted by the owners or the shape and size of the venue.

The second type of marquee available for hire, is called a ‘shaped marquee’, they tend to be either octagonal or hexagonal in shape. The main use for shaped marquees is as a secondary marquee which can be used for caterers who need food preparation areas, as a cloakroom or a storage area for a band. They can also be used as an alternative to traditional marquees when a different shaped marquee option is needed to fit into the required space.

Organising Wedding Marquees

When organising marquee hire for a wedding you must decide how many guests you are inviting, what furniture, staging and décor you require, in order to work out what size marquee you need to hire.

Other factors which are important when arranging your marquee are, the location of your wedding, the time of year, whether you require furniture hire, audio / visual equipment hire and whether or not you want a mobile disco. All these things are vital as they have a direct impact upon the marquee hire process.

If you are having your wedding in mid-summer, then it is more likely that you will need to book your marquee hire some 6 months if not a year in advance of the date of your wedding.

This is because a lot more weddings are held during the summer and marquee hire companies may be fully booked for the months in advance.

That is not to say that marquees are not hired during the winter, as hire companies provide indoor heating in colder months of the year, which helps to make Christmas themed marquee hire very popular.

Wedding marquees are usually erected a few days before your wedding day and packed away a few days after, so make sure you allow for this when you are booking wedding marquee venue.

Some marquee hire companies devote their time to providing the best marquee hire service and leave other things like catering and furniture hire up to you to organise. Other companies offer the whole package, from event planning, themed fittings design, flower arrangements, catering services, furniture hire, mobile disco or live band booking, stage hire and event photography.

]]> There are many benefits of hiring a marquee for an outdoor wedding or reception party. The main benefit is that a marquee provides a stylish canopy which gives shelter from unpredictable British weather conditions, such as strong winds, sunshine and rainfall.

Some people choose to hire a marquee their wedding reception, whilst others hold the whole wedding day inside the marquee. They may hold everything from the wedding day lunch, wedding ceremony, the speeches, wedding reception meal and even the disco afterwards. They may only venture outside for the wedding photographs.

Hiring a temporary structure like a marquee enables you to pick and choose what you do on your wedding day. If the weather is good, then you may move the ceremony outside or take the photography inside if it rains.

Some people choose to erect their wedding marquee in the grounds of a hotel, giving the hotel the responsibility of organising the meals, furniture, flower arrangements, creating themed decor and even ‘putting up’ the relatives. This is an ideal solution when organising a large wedding with hundreds or guests. Thus giving you more time to relax and enjoy your special day.

An added benefit of positioning your wedding marquee next to a hotel is your guests may take advantage of the hotels facilities, car park and ultimately their accommodation.

Whilst those who are fortunate enough to have access to a large garden, suitable for a marquee, choose to organise every last detail themselves. This may seem a more stressful and time consuming an option, but it does allow for much more freedom to create a more bespoke wedding day experience.

Putting a marquee within your own garden allows for ‘on the fly’ changes, if for example, the weather takes a turn for the worst, you can move indoors or if more guests arrive than expected, you can accommodate them within your house. Additionally if your caterers let you down, you can organise additional food yourselves more easily.

Types of Wedding Marquee

There are 2 main types of marquee available for hire on the market today, the first and the most common type of marquee is called ‘clear-span’. Clear-span marquees are basically very large tents that do not have the need for guy ropes or metal support struts. This means their interiors are clear from internal poles and frame work.

The main benefit of this is that you have the freedom to organise the interior space at your wedding marquee, without being restricted about what goes where. Where as, if you were hiring a function room, you may be restricted by the owners or the shape and size of the venue.

The second type of marquee available for hire, is called a ‘shaped marquee’, they tend to be either octagonal or hexagonal in shape. The main use for shaped marquees is as a secondary marquee which can be used for caterers who need food preparation areas, as a cloakroom or a storage area for a band. They can also be used as an alternative to traditional marquees when a different shaped marquee option is needed to fit into the required space.

Organising Wedding Marquees

When organising marquee hire for a wedding you must decide how many guests you are inviting, what furniture, staging and décor you require, in order to work out what size marquee you need to hire.

Other factors which are important when arranging your marquee are, the location of your wedding, the time of year, whether you require furniture hire, audio / visual equipment hire and whether or not you want a mobile disco. All these things are vital as they have a direct impact upon the marquee hire process.

If you are having your wedding in mid-summer, then it is more likely that you will need to book your marquee hire some 6 months if not a year in advance of the date of your wedding.

This is because a lot more weddings are held during the summer and marquee hire companies may be fully booked for the months in advance.

That is not to say that marquees are not hired during the winter, as hire companies provide indoor heating in colder months of the year, which helps to make Christmas themed marquee hire very popular.

Wedding marquees are usually erected a few days before your wedding day and packed away a few days after, so make sure you allow for this when you are booking wedding marquee venue.

Some marquee hire companies devote their time to providing the best marquee hire service and leave other things like catering and furniture hire up to you to organise. Other companies offer the whole package, from event planning, themed fittings design, flower arrangements, catering services, furniture hire, mobile disco or live band booking, stage hire and event photography.

]]> <![CDATA[Tips On How To Rent A Party Tent]]> http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=11 Sun, 30 May 2010 00:35:39 +0000 http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=11  

Putting together a party for your kids, siblings, parents, or co-workers might be a great deal of fun. It can also be a great deal of planning and headaches if you don’t understand how to get your hands on the essential provisions.

If you wish to have the party outdoors where there will be a good deal of room than you are in all likelihood wanting to utilize an inflatable party tent. These may be big enough to handle a wedding party or small enough for a child's birthday party. They are low-budget, help to keep individuals cool, and are easy to put in.

The first thing you must do when trying to rent one of these is to call the contrasting party stores in your city. Ask them if they carry these tents, how much they are, what color choices they have, and when they are obtainable. You might need to go online to get the one of your choice.

When picking out how big they have to be you have to think about the amount of guests that are coming. Make sure that it will be able to handle the quantity of individuals along with tables and chairs. It needs to be able to manage everything but any games. Those can be outdoors around the yard. These come in various styles and designs to match any party you are putting together. For kids you will be able to find ones that are adorned in Disney Princess or Cars.

For a wedding you can find them in white. Most might even come in the shape of an igloo. Consider who the party is for and what might be the better to match the theme. Now all you have to do is give them a down payment and reserve the inflatable inflatable party tent for when you need it. Make sure that this includes installation and take down.

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Putting together a party for your kids, siblings, parents, or co-workers might be a great deal of fun. It can also be a great deal of planning and headaches if you don’t understand how to get your hands on the essential provisions.

If you wish to have the party outdoors where there will be a good deal of room than you are in all likelihood wanting to utilize an inflatable party tent. These may be big enough to handle a wedding party or small enough for a child's birthday party. They are low-budget, help to keep individuals cool, and are easy to put in.

The first thing you must do when trying to rent one of these is to call the contrasting party stores in your city. Ask them if they carry these tents, how much they are, what color choices they have, and when they are obtainable. You might need to go online to get the one of your choice.

When picking out how big they have to be you have to think about the amount of guests that are coming. Make sure that it will be able to handle the quantity of individuals along with tables and chairs. It needs to be able to manage everything but any games. Those can be outdoors around the yard. These come in various styles and designs to match any party you are putting together. For kids you will be able to find ones that are adorned in Disney Princess or Cars.

For a wedding you can find them in white. Most might even come in the shape of an igloo. Consider who the party is for and what might be the better to match the theme. Now all you have to do is give them a down payment and reserve the inflatable inflatable party tent for when you need it. Make sure that this includes installation and take down.

]]> <![CDATA[Reasons to Opt for Marquee Hire in Ireland]]> http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=9 Sun, 30 May 2010 00:28:41 +0000 http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=9 A number of people in Ireland are opting for marquee rentals for their event venue needs. This is mainly because of its versatility, but also because hiring a marquee for important events like weddings and corporate functions will help in creating a relaxed, open, and pleasant atmosphere at the event.

You could make a comparison between all the outdoor and indoor events that you have been to. Think of the outdoor events which had marquees, be it wedding tents, party tents, or even a corporate marquee tent at a business fair and compare the same with events that were held indoors in a boring function room or private suite at a hotel. Which events did you find better on the grounds of venue presentation? Most people would prefer opting for marquee hire in Ireland over an ordinary function room.

If you hire a marquee for your event, it would be a lot more fun and also more visually impressive than indoor events. After all, making the right impression is extremely important when planning any kind of event, be it a wedding or reception party, corporate event, your kid's birthday party or even a business awards buffet evening.

If you decide to avail the services of a reputed marquee hire company in Ireland, it would yield desirable results. In fact, when you are trying to impress your new potential clients at the launch of a new product or service at an exhibition, you could leave a lasting impression by hiring a marquee and may achieve more new orders or increased sales. Organising a marquee hire for your event would impress your guests, both current customers and potential new clients.

So it can be rightly said that marquee hire in Ireland is the clear favourite when it comes to making the right impression as well as the right atmosphere at your event. With so many options for marquee hire in Ireland, you would be able to find one that suits your requirements and budget. Many marquee hire companies in Ireland offer event planning and management services along with tent hire. This way these companies are able to offer you an entire event package, with tent rental, event planning & management services.

]]> A number of people in Ireland are opting for marquee rentals for their event venue needs. This is mainly because of its versatility, but also because hiring a marquee for important events like weddings and corporate functions will help in creating a relaxed, open, and pleasant atmosphere at the event.

You could make a comparison between all the outdoor and indoor events that you have been to. Think of the outdoor events which had marquees, be it wedding tents, party tents, or even a corporate marquee tent at a business fair and compare the same with events that were held indoors in a boring function room or private suite at a hotel. Which events did you find better on the grounds of venue presentation? Most people would prefer opting for marquee hire in Ireland over an ordinary function room.

If you hire a marquee for your event, it would be a lot more fun and also more visually impressive than indoor events. After all, making the right impression is extremely important when planning any kind of event, be it a wedding or reception party, corporate event, your kid's birthday party or even a business awards buffet evening.

If you decide to avail the services of a reputed marquee hire company in Ireland, it would yield desirable results. In fact, when you are trying to impress your new potential clients at the launch of a new product or service at an exhibition, you could leave a lasting impression by hiring a marquee and may achieve more new orders or increased sales. Organising a marquee hire for your event would impress your guests, both current customers and potential new clients.

So it can be rightly said that marquee hire in Ireland is the clear favourite when it comes to making the right impression as well as the right atmosphere at your event. With so many options for marquee hire in Ireland, you would be able to find one that suits your requirements and budget. Many marquee hire companies in Ireland offer event planning and management services along with tent hire. This way these companies are able to offer you an entire event package, with tent rental, event planning & management services.

]]> <![CDATA[Marquee Lining Hire]]> http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=8 Sun, 30 May 2010 00:21:11 +0000 http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=8 Just about the most regularly asked question that marquee hire firms hear from new clients is this: "Do I need a marquee lining?"

Marquees hired for casual events might not need to be lined. If a simple down-to-earth look is appropriate for your event, then you may not have to bother with a marquee lining.

For weddings as well as other more formal kinds of function, it is usually best to line the marquee, to make sure you create the right atmosphere and elegant appearance.

Within an unlined marquee the framework is visible from inside. But a lined marquee hides the ugly construction and supports behind stylish wall linings, roof linings, swags and drapes making the interior altogether more luxurious.

Most marquees are lined either in ivory or white - but do not feel constrained by established practice: If you prefer yellow, or pink, or some other colour, then you'll find that marquee linings are available in many different shades to produce the perfect appearance for your own personal sense of style.

Be sure to have a look at loads of pictures of marquees, so that you can see how they look both lined, as well as un-lined. You may decide you don't need a lining at all - but either way, you're sure to learn a lot about what types and styles of marquee linings can be obtained.

It's worth asking the marquee hire firms on your shortlist to show you photographs of their work. You should also look on the internet too - where you will find a large range of photographs of stunning marquee interiors.

The starry sky effect which some marquee hire businesses can create is certainly worth seeing. Hundreds of LEDs twinkle overhead against a black backdrop - this is particularly effective after dark.

Remember that safety should be paramount at all events - so be certain that your marquee lining is fire resistant.

]]> Just about the most regularly asked question that marquee hire firms hear from new clients is this: "Do I need a marquee lining?"

Marquees hired for casual events might not need to be lined. If a simple down-to-earth look is appropriate for your event, then you may not have to bother with a marquee lining.

For weddings as well as other more formal kinds of function, it is usually best to line the marquee, to make sure you create the right atmosphere and elegant appearance.

Within an unlined marquee the framework is visible from inside. But a lined marquee hides the ugly construction and supports behind stylish wall linings, roof linings, swags and drapes making the interior altogether more luxurious.

Most marquees are lined either in ivory or white - but do not feel constrained by established practice: If you prefer yellow, or pink, or some other colour, then you'll find that marquee linings are available in many different shades to produce the perfect appearance for your own personal sense of style.

Be sure to have a look at loads of pictures of marquees, so that you can see how they look both lined, as well as un-lined. You may decide you don't need a lining at all - but either way, you're sure to learn a lot about what types and styles of marquee linings can be obtained.

It's worth asking the marquee hire firms on your shortlist to show you photographs of their work. You should also look on the internet too - where you will find a large range of photographs of stunning marquee interiors.

The starry sky effect which some marquee hire businesses can create is certainly worth seeing. Hundreds of LEDs twinkle overhead against a black backdrop - this is particularly effective after dark.

Remember that safety should be paramount at all events - so be certain that your marquee lining is fire resistant.

]]> <![CDATA[Tips For Hiring the Perfect Wedding Marquee]]> http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=7 Sun, 30 May 2010 00:13:46 +0000 http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=7 Hiring a Marquee is not something that you tend to do very often. So here are some simple tips to help you get the best from your marquee supplier and make your special event a resounding success!

Leave yourself plenty of time

Many people make the mistake of leaving too little time to plan an event. Leaving things until the last minute is a prime reason why events can become stressful for many people and stress is one of the last things you need to be worrying about. Be sure to book your marquee and other hire equipment well in advance of your event, especially if your event is planned during the summer as popular suppliers can be booked out anything from a year in advance. Many marquee companies may offer discounts for weddings outside the peak summer months.

Ask for Advice and Ideas

A quality marquee supplier will be able to provide you with ideas and suggestions when planning your event and will also have numerous contacts in related services to pass across to you. You may be looking for an unusual location or wish to theme your marquee, find caterers or florists. However unusual the request you have nothing to lose by asking.
If you have a friend who is a flower arranger then why not ask if they can help you out for a small fee. You never know if you don’t ask! Some people like to do things for free for big events as it advertises their work and business free of charge.

Know your budget

If you are on a tight budget, keeping the number of guests down is the simplest way to make the biggest savings on the marquee, furniture and catering costs. Friends can always be invited for the evening drinks & buffet later in the day, when some of the close family will often be leaving.

Why not have a look online and try and get some ideas for the internal decoration so you can think about decorating the marquee yourself. This is a good place to save money as a marquee can be decorated nicely yourself for little expense. (A beautiful tent and lining will need less dressing up and expense to create an impact)
Independently sourcing furniture and generators locally will keep delivery costs down and give you a bit of extra cash to spend elsewhere.

Getting the Location Right

Choosing the location of your event is very important. It is always good to think outside the box with your marquee hire as you can erect a marquee wherever you wish. The flexibility of a marquee means that you are not restricted to buildings and hire halls and so use this to your advantage and get creative. Many customers contact local farmers or speak to neighbours and ask them about hiring their land so why not take a drive and see where the best spots are.

Always check for additional costs

A good supplier will always provide details of transport and insurance costs from the out-set (if it applies). However, on many occasions some specifications will not be covered in the standard pricing. These costs are not always able to be assessed at the first quotation and when you are just looking for ideas. If you are happy with what the marquee company have suggested and would like to talk things through face to face, booking in a site visit is a good idea (even if you just have a totally flat lawn) Common issues that may affect the pricing are, if the ground is slightly uneven and requires scaffold flooring to level it out, there are objects obstructing the area (rockery, trees, steps) or the marquee is to be erected is on patio or other hard standing.

Have you also thought about…..

Guest – Guest numbers will determine the size of the marquee you will need. You can usually assume that approximately 15% of your invites will be unable to attend

Heating – There is nothing worse than a cold marquee and unhappy guests. Even in the summer, evenings can get cold and you may need some provision to heat the tent in to the early hours. If you are lucky enough to have some really hot weather then you may wish to consider a fan to keep the air circulating and your guests cool. Alternatively many tents are designed to have the walls removed and the sides open.

Parking – Is there adequate parking for your guests? do you need to provide a walkway from the car park to the marquee? Does the car park need lighting?

Access – Does your marquee site have adequate access and the room required for erectors and contractors to work? Are there restrictions on the set up and de-rig times? If hours are restricted, this may affect the build cost as it may mean contractors require accommodation to stay near the site.

Loos – It is important to make sure that you have adequate toilet facilities for all your guests especially the disabled and mothers with small children. Do you need a cloakroom facility? This can usually be supplied in the form of a small tent attached to the main marquee.

Insurance – You will need to establish if your insurance policy covers you for damage or accidents including the equipment hire? we would advise taking out special event/wedding insurance for the day just to be on the safe side. It is worth reading the terms and conditions of the suppliers very carefully or ask if you are not sure about anything.

Timings – When using different suppliers try and stagger their arrival times to avoid confusion or overcrowding onsite. Ask the suppliers when they will be arriving, how long they will be onsite and when they are leaving. Offer your contractor adequate time to ensure the success of your supply thus avoiding last minute panics and disappointment and stress.

Catering – If using caterers it is worth considering a separate marquee for their sole use. Some catering companies can provide their own mess areas if required. If not, most if not all marquee companies will have tents they use specifically for this purpose. It is worth establishing from the caterers what equipment they are bringing with them and how much space they need. If they require a large tent this will impact on your budget.

Overcrowding – Be cautious of your table seating numbers. You don’t want your guests to be sitting on each other’s laps but neither do you want them to be so far apart they have to shout across the table. Industry standards suggest a 5ft6″ round table can set between 8-10 guests and takes up approximately a 3m x 3m sq area.

Power – Do you have adequate power availability for lighting, catering equipment and other electrical accessories? Who is responsible for looking after things while the event is in progress? Do you need a back up supply? You may need to allow room in your budget to have crew on site if you don’t want the hassle of dimming lights, plugging in heaters etc.

Payment – What are the company’s terms of payment? How much deposit is due and will you get it back if anything happens and the event has to be cancelled?

Taking this simple advice will remove the stress from hiring a marquee and help to ensure that you have a truly memorable and unique event.

Good luck!

]]> Hiring a Marquee is not something that you tend to do very often. So here are some simple tips to help you get the best from your marquee supplier and make your special event a resounding success!

Leave yourself plenty of time

Many people make the mistake of leaving too little time to plan an event. Leaving things until the last minute is a prime reason why events can become stressful for many people and stress is one of the last things you need to be worrying about. Be sure to book your marquee and other hire equipment well in advance of your event, especially if your event is planned during the summer as popular suppliers can be booked out anything from a year in advance. Many marquee companies may offer discounts for weddings outside the peak summer months.

Ask for Advice and Ideas

A quality marquee supplier will be able to provide you with ideas and suggestions when planning your event and will also have numerous contacts in related services to pass across to you. You may be looking for an unusual location or wish to theme your marquee, find caterers or florists. However unusual the request you have nothing to lose by asking.
If you have a friend who is a flower arranger then why not ask if they can help you out for a small fee. You never know if you don’t ask! Some people like to do things for free for big events as it advertises their work and business free of charge.

Know your budget

If you are on a tight budget, keeping the number of guests down is the simplest way to make the biggest savings on the marquee, furniture and catering costs. Friends can always be invited for the evening drinks & buffet later in the day, when some of the close family will often be leaving.

Why not have a look online and try and get some ideas for the internal decoration so you can think about decorating the marquee yourself. This is a good place to save money as a marquee can be decorated nicely yourself for little expense. (A beautiful tent and lining will need less dressing up and expense to create an impact)
Independently sourcing furniture and generators locally will keep delivery costs down and give you a bit of extra cash to spend elsewhere.

Getting the Location Right

Choosing the location of your event is very important. It is always good to think outside the box with your marquee hire as you can erect a marquee wherever you wish. The flexibility of a marquee means that you are not restricted to buildings and hire halls and so use this to your advantage and get creative. Many customers contact local farmers or speak to neighbours and ask them about hiring their land so why not take a drive and see where the best spots are.

Always check for additional costs

A good supplier will always provide details of transport and insurance costs from the out-set (if it applies). However, on many occasions some specifications will not be covered in the standard pricing. These costs are not always able to be assessed at the first quotation and when you are just looking for ideas. If you are happy with what the marquee company have suggested and would like to talk things through face to face, booking in a site visit is a good idea (even if you just have a totally flat lawn) Common issues that may affect the pricing are, if the ground is slightly uneven and requires scaffold flooring to level it out, there are objects obstructing the area (rockery, trees, steps) or the marquee is to be erected is on patio or other hard standing.

Have you also thought about…..

Guest – Guest numbers will determine the size of the marquee you will need. You can usually assume that approximately 15% of your invites will be unable to attend

Heating – There is nothing worse than a cold marquee and unhappy guests. Even in the summer, evenings can get cold and you may need some provision to heat the tent in to the early hours. If you are lucky enough to have some really hot weather then you may wish to consider a fan to keep the air circulating and your guests cool. Alternatively many tents are designed to have the walls removed and the sides open.

Parking – Is there adequate parking for your guests? do you need to provide a walkway from the car park to the marquee? Does the car park need lighting?

Access – Does your marquee site have adequate access and the room required for erectors and contractors to work? Are there restrictions on the set up and de-rig times? If hours are restricted, this may affect the build cost as it may mean contractors require accommodation to stay near the site.

Loos – It is important to make sure that you have adequate toilet facilities for all your guests especially the disabled and mothers with small children. Do you need a cloakroom facility? This can usually be supplied in the form of a small tent attached to the main marquee.

Insurance – You will need to establish if your insurance policy covers you for damage or accidents including the equipment hire? we would advise taking out special event/wedding insurance for the day just to be on the safe side. It is worth reading the terms and conditions of the suppliers very carefully or ask if you are not sure about anything.

Timings – When using different suppliers try and stagger their arrival times to avoid confusion or overcrowding onsite. Ask the suppliers when they will be arriving, how long they will be onsite and when they are leaving. Offer your contractor adequate time to ensure the success of your supply thus avoiding last minute panics and disappointment and stress.

Catering – If using caterers it is worth considering a separate marquee for their sole use. Some catering companies can provide their own mess areas if required. If not, most if not all marquee companies will have tents they use specifically for this purpose. It is worth establishing from the caterers what equipment they are bringing with them and how much space they need. If they require a large tent this will impact on your budget.

Overcrowding – Be cautious of your table seating numbers. You don’t want your guests to be sitting on each other’s laps but neither do you want them to be so far apart they have to shout across the table. Industry standards suggest a 5ft6″ round table can set between 8-10 guests and takes up approximately a 3m x 3m sq area.

Power – Do you have adequate power availability for lighting, catering equipment and other electrical accessories? Who is responsible for looking after things while the event is in progress? Do you need a back up supply? You may need to allow room in your budget to have crew on site if you don’t want the hassle of dimming lights, plugging in heaters etc.

Payment – What are the company’s terms of payment? How much deposit is due and will you get it back if anything happens and the event has to be cancelled?

Taking this simple advice will remove the stress from hiring a marquee and help to ensure that you have a truly memorable and unique event.

Good luck!

]]> <![CDATA[pulling off events that look extremely lavish, over the top, and extremely expensive?]]> http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=6 Sun, 30 May 2010 00:08:07 +0000 http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=6 Do you ever wonder how your friends and family get away with pulling off events that look extremely lavish, over the top, and extremely expensive? Well, chances are they went to their local tent rental company, and created the event with the help of the party planner. While some events can be extremely expensive, you would be surprised at how much a party tent can improve the ambiance of a party, without breaking the bank. If you are researching potential venues for a party, consider your own home, and include a simple party tent to spruce up the event. There are a wide range of party tents available, but if you are considering having an event on your own premises, consider speaking with your local party tent rental business.

There are a lot of factors that go into the pricing of tent rental, some include event location, what type of event it is and how many guests are attending the party. Tent rental can be an affordable solution to making your event a memorable one. Not only will it give the impression of elegance, but it will provide your guests with protection from the elements. One of the most underrated factors when planning an event is the weather. Renting a party tent is great not only for those cold rainy days, but also in the middle of the summer.

Depending on your budget, tent rental can be expensive, or a cost effective solution to your backyard event.  If you are trying to have a backyard birthday party, or a low key wedding, renting a tent can be a great way to save money and avoid having to book a venue. If you have any questions about tent rental feel free to contact us.

]]> Do you ever wonder how your friends and family get away with pulling off events that look extremely lavish, over the top, and extremely expensive? Well, chances are they went to their local tent rental company, and created the event with the help of the party planner. While some events can be extremely expensive, you would be surprised at how much a party tent can improve the ambiance of a party, without breaking the bank. If you are researching potential venues for a party, consider your own home, and include a simple party tent to spruce up the event. There are a wide range of party tents available, but if you are considering having an event on your own premises, consider speaking with your local party tent rental business.

There are a lot of factors that go into the pricing of tent rental, some include event location, what type of event it is and how many guests are attending the party. Tent rental can be an affordable solution to making your event a memorable one. Not only will it give the impression of elegance, but it will provide your guests with protection from the elements. One of the most underrated factors when planning an event is the weather. Renting a party tent is great not only for those cold rainy days, but also in the middle of the summer.

Depending on your budget, tent rental can be expensive, or a cost effective solution to your backyard event.  If you are trying to have a backyard birthday party, or a low key wedding, renting a tent can be a great way to save money and avoid having to book a venue. If you have any questions about tent rental feel free to contact us.

]]> <![CDATA[Tips On How To Choose A Marquee Hire For Your Wedding]]> http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=5 Sun, 30 May 2010 00:00:52 +0000 http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=5 After having sightseeing to several locations which are appropriate for your wedding, nobody is offering the customization you are seeking for your big day. When you do find one you think might work, someone else in the wedding party finds something not to like about it. Perhaps the new in-laws need appeasing? A better fix for this type of situation is to hold the wedding at your new in-laws. Choosing a marquee for your wedding should be much easier than trying to please everyone.

Now that your mother in law is cheerful that her dwelling place is the venue for the wedding ceremony, the setting up of the marquee begins. Wedding marquees come in all sizes so you will not have to adapt your guests list to fit the venue – rather the other way around actually! If you are viewing the space that will be utilized for the marquee, approximately all marquee rental companies are presenting a free of charge on site check to make sure that the space on hand is suitable for the marquee.

Not only will the scrutiny find out whether or not the area is correct, they can also recommend which marquee will work fine for your plans. The marquee company is truly the expert and they will advise you on such details as area selection, parking, incorporating native elements, and lighting. These experts can be a stressed out bride’s best friend when picking a tent for your wedding.

That’s not the only gain in hiring a marquee. When picking a marquee which is not constrained by the venue. Rather the venue is like a blank canvas waiting on you to be creative with it. The bride and groom can select their ideal wedding colors, equipment, lighting, props, and other things to harmonize with their wedding plans. The marquee company will handle all these elements and even more such as mobile toilets, heating and cooling equipment, and other electrical requirements.

The usual venues are constrained and it could only contain a large number of attendants. Each clientele should make the most of the local caterers and other support staff. You totally cannot alter the appearance and tone of the venue like repainting the walls a different color or reorder the artwork on the walls. With a marquee, you will begin from the bottom and work your way up to the top, modifying each factor as you proceed. Stay as long as you want no hourly fees but for a traditional event hall or ballroom, there could possibly be boundary in staying plus additional fees. Your clients can feel open to hang out and party as long as you like. The marquee company will help out in placing and clearing out which is truly a great help since you will be drained during that day.

Even better, choosing a marquee for your wedding could save you money. Generally, marquees are lower in price than other venues depending on the additional you will be choosing. Taking in your personal caterers, bartenders and other personnel, you may find yourself saving a lot of money. When planning your nuptials, you simply cannot afford to not look into wedding marquee hire.

]]> After having sightseeing to several locations which are appropriate for your wedding, nobody is offering the customization you are seeking for your big day. When you do find one you think might work, someone else in the wedding party finds something not to like about it. Perhaps the new in-laws need appeasing? A better fix for this type of situation is to hold the wedding at your new in-laws. Choosing a marquee for your wedding should be much easier than trying to please everyone.

Now that your mother in law is cheerful that her dwelling place is the venue for the wedding ceremony, the setting up of the marquee begins. Wedding marquees come in all sizes so you will not have to adapt your guests list to fit the venue – rather the other way around actually! If you are viewing the space that will be utilized for the marquee, approximately all marquee rental companies are presenting a free of charge on site check to make sure that the space on hand is suitable for the marquee.

Not only will the scrutiny find out whether or not the area is correct, they can also recommend which marquee will work fine for your plans. The marquee company is truly the expert and they will advise you on such details as area selection, parking, incorporating native elements, and lighting. These experts can be a stressed out bride’s best friend when picking a tent for your wedding.

That’s not the only gain in hiring a marquee. When picking a marquee which is not constrained by the venue. Rather the venue is like a blank canvas waiting on you to be creative with it. The bride and groom can select their ideal wedding colors, equipment, lighting, props, and other things to harmonize with their wedding plans. The marquee company will handle all these elements and even more such as mobile toilets, heating and cooling equipment, and other electrical requirements.

The usual venues are constrained and it could only contain a large number of attendants. Each clientele should make the most of the local caterers and other support staff. You totally cannot alter the appearance and tone of the venue like repainting the walls a different color or reorder the artwork on the walls. With a marquee, you will begin from the bottom and work your way up to the top, modifying each factor as you proceed. Stay as long as you want no hourly fees but for a traditional event hall or ballroom, there could possibly be boundary in staying plus additional fees. Your clients can feel open to hang out and party as long as you like. The marquee company will help out in placing and clearing out which is truly a great help since you will be drained during that day.

Even better, choosing a marquee for your wedding could save you money. Generally, marquees are lower in price than other venues depending on the additional you will be choosing. Taking in your personal caterers, bartenders and other personnel, you may find yourself saving a lot of money. When planning your nuptials, you simply cannot afford to not look into wedding marquee hire.

]]> <![CDATA[Tips On Hiring A Marquee Lining]]> http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=4 Sat, 29 May 2010 23:57:03 +0000 http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=4 Marquees hired for informal events might not have to be lined. If a simple down-to-earth appearance is suitable for the occasion, then you may not have to bother with a marquee lining.

Nonetheless, if you're organizing a wedding party, or another type of formal event then a luxurious appearance of a well-lined marquee may be important to create the right atmosphere for the day.

If your marquee isn't lined, then the structure, including all the supports, and pieces of aluminium and steel are usually plainly visible from inside. In a lined marquee, these types of structures are concealed by the stylish lining materials, which provides a far more attractive appearance.

Marquee linings can be found in a wide range of colours. White and ivory, are the most used hues for weddings but most marquee hire firms can easily offer linings in several other colours.

It's worth looking at plenty of photographs of marquee interiors with and without linings. This should help you choose whether you will need a lining at all, and if so, you will become familiar with a lot regarding all of the different styles of lining out there.

It's well worth asking the marquee hire firms on your shortlist to show you photos of their work. You should also look on the net too - where you will find a large range of photographs of gorgeous marquee interiors.

Right now there are certainly some fantastic effects now available, such as roof linings with a starry sky effect accomplished by installing LED lights that twinkle just like the night sky when darkness falls.

To make sure all of your guests remain safe, remember that a marquee lining must satisfy British Standards, and be fire resistant.

]]> Marquees hired for informal events might not have to be lined. If a simple down-to-earth appearance is suitable for the occasion, then you may not have to bother with a marquee lining.

Nonetheless, if you're organizing a wedding party, or another type of formal event then a luxurious appearance of a well-lined marquee may be important to create the right atmosphere for the day.

If your marquee isn't lined, then the structure, including all the supports, and pieces of aluminium and steel are usually plainly visible from inside. In a lined marquee, these types of structures are concealed by the stylish lining materials, which provides a far more attractive appearance.

Marquee linings can be found in a wide range of colours. White and ivory, are the most used hues for weddings but most marquee hire firms can easily offer linings in several other colours.

It's worth looking at plenty of photographs of marquee interiors with and without linings. This should help you choose whether you will need a lining at all, and if so, you will become familiar with a lot regarding all of the different styles of lining out there.

It's well worth asking the marquee hire firms on your shortlist to show you photos of their work. You should also look on the net too - where you will find a large range of photographs of gorgeous marquee interiors.

Right now there are certainly some fantastic effects now available, such as roof linings with a starry sky effect accomplished by installing LED lights that twinkle just like the night sky when darkness falls.

To make sure all of your guests remain safe, remember that a marquee lining must satisfy British Standards, and be fire resistant.

]]> <![CDATA[One Size Party Tent Does Not Fit All!]]> http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=3 Sat, 29 May 2010 23:54:41 +0000 http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=3 If you are considering buying or renting a party tent for an outdoor event it is crucial to put a lot of forethought into what size tent you should order. Figuring out how large a tent you need for your next private or corporate event is not just a function of the number of guests you are inviting. Several other inter-related factors also have to be taken into account to ensure that your guests are safe and comfortable at all times and that your event is a resounding success.

Of course, the number of guests you anticipate inviting to an event is an important factor, but ultimately the optimum tent size depends on the type of event you are organizing and whether your guests are expected to be standing or sitting. As a general proposition, cocktails and similar type events which offer no seating to guests require approximately 8 to 10 square feet per person. The same is true of events providing linear seating arrangements such as multiple rows of chairs used for church ceremonies, presentations or live entertainment. However, if you are seating your guests around round tables, banquet tables, using serpentine tables to create more elaborate seating arrangements or are planning a dancing and disco style party you should consider allocating roughly 12 to 15 square feet per person.

This is just a rule of thumb and you may need to adjust how much space your guests truly need by being sensitive to their particular physical characteristics. For example, if a large number of guests are children, a slightly smaller tent might be sufficient to accommodate all your guests comfortably. However, if you are planning an adult only event, you should consider aiming for a slightly more spacious tent to ensure that all your guests feel comfortable.

Another crucial factor that impacts tent size is the type of entertainment planned for guests. Dancing floors, bars, buffet tables, staging, platforms and podiums occupy a lot of space. If you focus exclusively on the number of invited guests without adding sufficient room for equipment and entertainment your guests may find it difficult to move safely and comfortably. Do not forget to include waiters, bartenders, musicians and other personnel! They need room to operate safely as well without bumping into your guests.

Once you have a rough idea of the total number of guests, the personnel and the type of seating arrangements and entertainment you want to offer, you should be able to figure out how big a tent you need.

]]> If you are considering buying or renting a party tent for an outdoor event it is crucial to put a lot of forethought into what size tent you should order. Figuring out how large a tent you need for your next private or corporate event is not just a function of the number of guests you are inviting. Several other inter-related factors also have to be taken into account to ensure that your guests are safe and comfortable at all times and that your event is a resounding success.

Of course, the number of guests you anticipate inviting to an event is an important factor, but ultimately the optimum tent size depends on the type of event you are organizing and whether your guests are expected to be standing or sitting. As a general proposition, cocktails and similar type events which offer no seating to guests require approximately 8 to 10 square feet per person. The same is true of events providing linear seating arrangements such as multiple rows of chairs used for church ceremonies, presentations or live entertainment. However, if you are seating your guests around round tables, banquet tables, using serpentine tables to create more elaborate seating arrangements or are planning a dancing and disco style party you should consider allocating roughly 12 to 15 square feet per person.

This is just a rule of thumb and you may need to adjust how much space your guests truly need by being sensitive to their particular physical characteristics. For example, if a large number of guests are children, a slightly smaller tent might be sufficient to accommodate all your guests comfortably. However, if you are planning an adult only event, you should consider aiming for a slightly more spacious tent to ensure that all your guests feel comfortable.

Another crucial factor that impacts tent size is the type of entertainment planned for guests. Dancing floors, bars, buffet tables, staging, platforms and podiums occupy a lot of space. If you focus exclusively on the number of invited guests without adding sufficient room for equipment and entertainment your guests may find it difficult to move safely and comfortably. Do not forget to include waiters, bartenders, musicians and other personnel! They need room to operate safely as well without bumping into your guests.

Once you have a rough idea of the total number of guests, the personnel and the type of seating arrangements and entertainment you want to offer, you should be able to figure out how big a tent you need.

]]> <![CDATA[Party tent Sponsors ITTC Championship]]> http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=2 Sun, 11 Apr 2010 12:48:40 +0000 http://marqueehiredublin.com/news.php?newsid=2 ITCC Announces Partnership with PartyTent.ie

PartyTent.ie rents marquees, tables, chairs, catering equipment, flooring and exhibition furniture They offer a comprehensive service from installation to dismantling and cover all aspects of health and safety, ensuring a successful and relaxed day for you and your guests in a well-ventilated, well-lit and spacious facility to suit your style and comfort requirements. PartyTent.ie will supply a hospitality marquee for ITCC competitors at Mondello Park, commencing at Round 1 on April 4.

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]]> ITCC Announces Partnership with PartyTent.ie

PartyTent.ie rents marquees, tables, chairs, catering equipment, flooring and exhibition furniture They offer a comprehensive service from installation to dismantling and cover all aspects of health and safety, ensuring a successful and relaxed day for you and your guests in a well-ventilated, well-lit and spacious facility to suit your style and comfort requirements. PartyTent.ie will supply a hospitality marquee for ITCC competitors at Mondello Park, commencing at Round 1 on April 4.

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