VIP Red Carpet - 1m wide x 10m long

Hire VIP Red Carpet - 1m wide x 10m long for receptions and conferences. 1m x 10m. No deposit. Delivery across England and Wales.

Red Carpet Hire | Awards Nights, Film Premieres & Galas | Expo Hire

Product Description

A red carpet runner creates a defined arrival path for guests at awards nights, gala dinners, film premieres, product launches and charity events. This 1m wide by 10m long commercial-grade runner is the standard hire for indoor VIP entrances. It weighs 90kg, which means it stays flat and does not curl or shift when guests walk across it. The deep red colour reads well in photographs and works with most venue colour schemes.

What It Is Used For

Event planners use red carpet runners to define the entrance to a function room, direct guests from a lobby to a reception area, or create a press line for photographs at brand launches and charity galas. Film screenings, award ceremonies and fundraising dinners are the most common bookings. Corporate events that include a headline speaker or VIP arrival use it to signal the start of an experience before guests enter the main space.

Paired with chrome bollards and velvet ropes, the carpet forms a crowd control corridor that also doubles as a photo opportunity. Add a step-and-repeat banner stand or a branded backdrop and you have a complete arrivals setup from a single order.

Dimensions and Weight

The runner measures 1 metre wide by 10 metres long. The 1-metre width accommodates two people walking side by side, which is the standard size for a formal arrival walk. Ten metres covers most hotel and conference venue entrances comfortably. If you need a longer run, two runners can be positioned end to end. At 90kg the carpet lies flat without pinning or adhesive on smooth indoor surfaces such as marble, parquet, polished concrete and carpet tile.

Indoor Use Only

This runner is designed for indoor use. Outdoor events should not use this product on grass, gravel or uneven surfaces. For outdoor arrivals, contact us to discuss alternatives. Indoor venues including hotel lobbies, conference centres, civic halls and purpose-built event spaces all work well.

Ordering and Delivery

Prices and live stock availability are shown on this page by date. Add the carpet to your basket, choose your delivery and collection dates, and confirm at checkout. No deposit is required. A free Minor Damage Waiver is included on every order. Delivery starts from £40 ex VAT, calculated by road distance from your nearest depot. Live GPS tracking is sent on delivery day so your venue team knows when the van arrives.

What to Order Alongside It

Most red carpet arrivals include barrier equipment. Rope and chrome bollard sets create a formal lane. If the event is a dinner or reception, pair the carpet order with chair hire, table hire, glassware hire and linen hire for the room layout. Everything can be added to the same basket and delivered together.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it need to be pinned down?

No. The 90kg weight keeps the runner flat on smooth indoor surfaces without fixings. On thicker carpet floors, test a corner on arrival to confirm it lies flat before guests arrive.

Can I hire just the red carpet without bollards?

Yes. Bollards are sold separately and can be added to the same order. If you only need the runner, that is a straightforward booking.

What if it gets damaged at our event?

The free Minor Damage Waiver covers accidental damage such as scuffs and minor staining. Significant damage outside the waiver scope would be assessed on return. In practice this is rare for indoor events.

Can it be used for outdoor events?

It is not designed for outdoor use. Wet conditions and uneven surfaces damage the backing and create a trip hazard. For outdoor arrivals, contact us to discuss what alternatives we can offer.

Specifications

Width: 1 metre
Length: 10 metres
Weight: 90kg
Colour: Red
Surface: Indoor use only

Technical

Colour	Red
Width	1000 mm
Length	10000 mm
Weight	90 kg

This red carpet runner measures 1m wide by 10m long. It creates a formal entrance for guests at awards ceremonies, galas, and corporate functions. The commercial-grade runner weighs 90kg, which helps it remain securely in place during use.

FAQs

What is the price including VAT?: This item is subject to 20% VAT and therefore you will pay £114^.00 each for a standard 3 day hire at checkout.
As primarily a business-to-business supplier we advertise our prices ex-VAT as most businesses will be able to reclaim the VAT amount.

Do you offer discounts for if the item is hired for less than 3 Days?: No. We recommend a minimum hire period of 3 days to provide enough time for set-up and break-down of your event, and to make sure that problems such as traffic or adverse weather conditions do not impact on your event. If you want to hire for a shorter period than this then we cannot offer a discount.

Do you offer discounts for Long Term Hire?

Yes, after the standard hire period of 3 Days you will be charged £19.00 per extra day up to day 7, £14.25 per extra day up to day 28 and £9.50 per extra day after that.

Days Hire	Cost (ex-VAT)
1	£95^.00
2	£95^.00
3	£95^.00
5	£133^.00
7	£171^.00
14	£270^.75
21	£370^.50
35	£536^.75

How much security deposit do you charge?: Nothing! Unlike most of our competitors, rather than charging a large deposit, we provide a FREE 'minor deposit waiver' scheme to cover minor damage and loss. Excessive or negligent damage and loss will be invoiced at 10 times the standard hire price of the relevant items. Please read our terms and conditions for full details.

How much do you charge for delivery?: There is a minimum charge of £40.00 for a distance up to 10 miles each way.
After that we charge £1.00 per mile each way and an additional £40.00 for each journey on a weekend or bank holiday.
We calculate the distance using driving directions from our local base to your event postcode, so it is important that you provide the correct delivery address at checkout.
You can use our Carriage Calculator to get a full quote.

Can I choose a specified Time Slot?: We make deliveries anytime between 8am and 8pm, however we can offer early (8am - 1pm) or late (12 noon - 6pm) slots for an additional cost calculated at checkout.
We can not guarantee more specific times unless you pay for a dedicated driver. This is individually priced on request and are subject to availability.

Can I collect from you warehouse rather than pay for delivery?: No. To ensure that your products arrive safely and correctly we offer a delivery and collection service only.

Do you have a showroom where I can view the products before ordering?: No. As we are an online-only you can view all of our products on our website. To keep our prices as low as posssible our warehouses are not open to the public.