A client must asses the following:
how many people?
How much can I afford?
How much walking space do I want?
The canopy guide is a general reference to determine which canopy you need.
The major difference between day and night events is that one must consider lighting. A client is probably needing canopy lighting to allow guests to see.
Here are two links to demonstrate the need for lighting.
There are a variety of methods to hide the canopy poles.
Following are a few of the most common ways:
* Canopy leg drapes (Available from A Rental Gallery)
Cloth-like material that hangs from the top of the canopy and can be tied at the mid-point to the leg.
* Canopy leg covers
Canvas material that Velcro around the leg.
* Plastic sheeting leg covers
A thick plastic bag material that is installed around the leg
* Christmas lights
If the wedding is at night, strands of Christmas lights create lighting, mood, and also a
concealing effect. Note: this method is time consuming and also consult the photographer first.
* Tulle
A netting material that can be purchased from many decoration centers and wrapped around the poles. Back to Top
A canopy can serve many purposes. The most important to most clients is the assurance that the party can go on no matter the weather. It can also helps block the sun or wind, limit access to party, or just add character to an event.
This is an excellent idea. It can increase space and also create a feeling of stepping into a new part of the party. A good example is a large tent for the dinner and a small one for dancing.
The canopy setup time will vary depending on anchoring technique and weather. A Rental Gallery associates can advise you on setup times and we will work with you to make sure that you get enough time to properly decorate your event.