There are usually three ways of running power to a marquee:i. extension leads run from a house to the marqueeii. a large mains supply temporarily connected from a house to the marquee (electrician required)iii. use a generator Extension leads: Temporary circuits (electrician required): Generators: We are always happy to offer more customised advice for your […]
Marquee Layouts, Power & Decor
Inspiration and technical guides for marquee interiors. Discover best practices for installing dance floors, electrical power, lighting, linings, and optimal seating arrangements for events and weddings.
How to join marquees using a gutter
What is a marquee gutter?: In marquee terms gutters are strips of PVC with eyelets down each side and usually 30-60cm wide. It is essential that the gutter is longer than the join of the marquee by at least 1 metre, having it much longer can be very useful to avoid the ground becoming boggy under […]
How to heat your marquee
During Spring and summer months heating is generally only required to take the chill off later in the evening. During autumn and especially winter you should heat the marquee for a reasonable time before guests arrive to ensure a successful event. Do: Don’t: LPG Blower/Space Heaters (photograph c/o HSS Hire) Blower or Space heaters require gas […]
How to have fantastic starlight effect without fantastic prices:
Starlight lining is very popular and very impressive. It is also very expensive. For those who haven’t witnessed it starlight lining (or starcloth) is a black interior lining that has some form of lighting attached in to it, this may be strings of small bulbs (similar to fairy lights) or it may be lengths of […]
How to easily make formal or informal seating arrangements
Choosing between a formal and informal layout is one of the basic requirements when planning an event in a marquee as it can affect design decisions for the whole event. The easiest way to create formal or informal layouts is by the use of furniture: Formal: A formal function will have uniformly laid out furniture […]