From round banqueting tables for wedding receptions to theatre-style conference setups, this guide covers table and chair hire for every type of event.
From round banqueting tables for wedding receptions to theatre-style conference setups, this guide covers table and chair hire for every type of event.
Table and chair hire forms the foundation of everything we do at Expo Hire. Furniture makes up a large proportion of our orders and is the subject of many questions we receive through our live chat.
This is the first in a series of articles to help customers understand which chairs and tables are right for their event, and what to consider to get the most from their furniture hire.
The largest share of our table and chair hire deliveries goes to weddings. As more couples take on the responsibility of arranging their own event hire, demand has grown. We have responded by creating table and chair packages to make ordering quicker.
Arranging furniture for a wedding reception is about making the most efficient use of the available space for the number of guests attending. Round banqueting tables offer the best capacity-to-footprint ratio and are the classic choice for a wedding reception. Rectangular tables tend to be used where tables need to be joined, such as the top table.
These tables are typically paired with banqueting chairs. The most widely used style is Chiavari, based on an 18th-century Italian design. For a more relaxed aesthetic, cross back chairs or wishbone chairs are popular alternatives.
Conferences and large corporate meetings can require a significant amount of chair and table hire. With some of these events recurring annually, hiring in often makes more sense than storing furniture year-round.
Conference chairs tend to be made from metal rather than wood, as they are used for longer periods and need to be more durable. Aesthetics are less of a priority than for weddings.
Conferences can be configured in various ways. Cabaret-style setups seat delegates around tables facing a speaker; theatre-style setups have delegates seated in rows. Venue capacity varies significantly depending on the configuration, so establish the layout before placing an order.
We supply a growing number of outdoor events with outdoor furniture hire, from small garden parties to large outdoor festivals.
The key difference between outdoor and indoor furniture is the material. Outdoor furniture must be built to withstand weather, particularly rain. Standard banqueting tables cannot be stored or used outside unless fully undercover, as water damage ruins them quickly.
Plastics and aluminium are the most common materials for outdoor furniture hire, though wooden outdoor furniture is available when it has been treated with a protective coating against water ingress.
All pricing and availability is shown online, and our customer service team is available via live chat to help you order the right furniture for your event.
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