7 things to know if you want to get married under a tent

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Evelyn Carpenter

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If you are exchanging your wedding rings in an outdoor ceremony, day or night, winter or summer, a tent is always a good option.

In addition to protecting them from the weather, it will allow you to personalize your wedding decorations, creating a cozy and very special atmosphere, for example, through light bulbs and hanging vines, among other wedding decorations that will surprise your guests. Clarify all your doubts below.

1. What styles of tents are available on the market?

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Aware that the bride and groom want to personalize even the smallest detail of your celebration is that the companies have diversified their marquees adapting them to the different styles .

Thus, it is possible to find from the traditional white tents, to Hindu themed, translucent to enjoy the environment, black with chic-urban motifs and even inspired by the desert dunes, among other options. Thus, you will find from the most simple and economical, to tents that are a complete luxury. .

2. Is it possible to decorate them?

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It is entirely possible and, in fact, it's a pleasure! According to the defined style You can decorate the curtains of the tent with floral arrangements, suspend ribbons from the ceiling or add various sources of lighting, such as chandeliers, lanterns, candelabras or fairy lights, among others. Also, you can install entrance tunnels, while inside complement with pillars, platforms, dance floor, stage and even windows, depending on each case.

Depending on how you decorate it, will welcome your guests in an intimate space The colors you use will also have a big influence. For example, a white and gold tent will give a very sophisticated aesthetic. However, if you prefer a country wedding decoration, choose shades such as green and brown.

3. What materials are they made of?

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The tents that are trending today are of stretched or elastic bedouin canvas They lack a structure that limits their assembly, that is to say, there is no standard configuration They are assembled according to where the masts are placed. They are known as "free-form" tents. .

That's right, there are also other possibilities such as pleated or draped fabric tents, polyester tents and transparent PVC tents.

4. What guarantees do you provide?

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As they are manufactured with high quality materials and very safe, they offer 100 percent waterproof protection against rain and UV rays That is to say, they are an excellent solution for marriages in very marked seasons, to which it is added that they have retardant properties against the propagation of fire. For that reason it is fundamental contract certified suppliers and demonstrate the quality of their products.

In addition, they are resistant to gusts of wind, so they can withstand use on the coast or in windy areas is not a problem The structure that supports the tents is usually made of aluminium, steel or wood.

5. Where can they be installed?

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The tents can be erected on any type of surface, adapting to different terrains and slopes whether it is sand, grass, cement or soil.

For its part, moving and storage is usually quite simple while assembly takes a couple of hours on average. That's right, it is recommended to ride at least one day before The company you hire, however, will take care of everything for you.

6. In what sizes are they available?

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No matter the number of guests you contemplate in your gold ring posture, for you will find tents of all sizes Whether they are small of 100 mts2, 300 mts2 or, for massive marriages, 600 mts2.

For a 100 mts2 tent, for example, an average of 60 people seated is calculated. Now, if you plan to hold a more multitudinous ceremony, you will find tents of up to 1200 mts2, including dance floor; while, for a 600 people ceremony, it is estimated an average of 340 people comfortably seated, plus dance floor.

7. Will suppliers make a site visit?

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Yes. In most cases, the team of professionals will visit the space so that we can recommend the best type and size of tent for your event.

In addition, on the ground will be able to advise you about other services that they might need, such as stage and platforms, amplification, furniture, air conditioning equipment, floor covering or synthetic grass, and decoration, among other items.

Ask for all-inclusive tent packages. This way you will find everything in one place, which will guarantee harmony in the whole.

If you are having your reception in a tent on grass or uneven ground, don't forget to take this into account when choosing your wedding arrangements, so that they will adapt to the ground without any problems. Also, remember to include the dress code in the bridal party; this way, you will make sure that your guests arrive with attire and party dresses according to the style of the decoration and wedding.

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Evelyn Carpenter is the author of the best-selling book, All you need for your marriage. A Marriage guide. She has been married for over 25 years and has helped countless couples build successful marriages. Evelyn is a sought after speaker and relationship expert, and has been featured in various media outlets including Fox News, Huffington Post, and more.