subject: What Are Frame Tents? [print this page] If you're planning to have an outdoor wedding or reception, you'll probably want to use frame tents. These will provide a perfect shelter in case of any weather related issues. No one wants it to rain on his or her wedding day, but unfortunately, it does happen. If you have shelter available for the guests and for your wedding party, then everyone will stay happy and dry. Even if it does not rain, it will probably be nice to have a covered area so that people may step into the shade on a warm day.
Beyond protecting your guests from the elements, frame tents look nice! You can turn a simple backyard into an sophisticated venue. The coverings for these generally come in canvas or polyester and since they are available in white, they add a beautiful touch to the event. You could possibly find versions that are peaked for an additional special touch. Some have gathered fabric curtaining on the sides that can be pulled closed if needed. Others have zip in screening. This is really nice for an evening reception within the middle of summer. Trying to eat with little gnats, flies and mosquitoes flying around and landing on food is just not appetizing. With screening, you can create a sheltered and enclosed area for your guests while still allowing the ambiance that you're seeking with an outdoor event.
You could possibly find frame tents in a extremely wide array of sizes. Whether you are entertaining 20 people or 200, you will be able to accommodate receptions of any size. A 10'x 10' canopy style with faux windows is perfect for a wedding where you are accompanied by your closest family members. If you're planning a small reception with around 30 close friends, you could want to go with a 16' x 16'. For a larger party, a 30' x 30' tent can accommodate 200 people plus tables, chairs, a band stage and a dance floor.
As far as set up goes, it does require some work. You could want to take into consideration setting up the frame tents ahead of time if possible. If that isn't an option and you are required to set up the morning of the wedding, you'll want to hire laborers to handle this. Staking is important so that you do not have a blow over incident. Staking isn't always required, but it's better to err on the side of caution in terms of something as important as your wedding day! Also, remember the truth that you may heat the tent if the weather is chillier than you had planned on. If the reception is being held in the evening, lighting should be placed to further enhance the atmosphere.
If you decide to go with white frame tents, remember the truth that you might always incorporate the wedding colors into the venue by using colored linens on your tables or having your decorator add a splash of color to your cake.
