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The Ultimate Guide to party Chair Rentals

in Tent Rentals  by April 11, 2022 0 comments

When you are having a wedding or any other outdoor event, you need a place for your guests to sit. Of course, since you have your event for a single day, you can’t buy the party chairs—the best way is to rent them from table and chair rentals.

Before you go shopping for the chairs, you need to consider several factors:

Theme or party setting

The event’s theme determines whether you go for a simple, rustic, or elegant chair arrangement. Before looking for the chairs, decide on the theme that will help you figure out the types of tablecloths or covers you use in your event.

The theme will also determine the criteria that you will use to create the various chair requirements.

There are plenty of theme options you can go with. You can use the popular ones or develop a custom one from scratch. If you are lost for ideas, get the input of a professional to help you out.

The number of people attending the event

How many people are you projecting to attend the event? This is crucial as it determines from the size of the venue, to the number of chairs you will rent.

Of course, the more the people attending the event, the more the party supplies you will need and vice versa.

The activities involved

What will the guests be doing at the event? Eating together? Socializing with cocktails? Watching a movie? Making a presentation?

You will choose the ideal party chairs and their numbers based on the activities your guests will be undertaking.

What are the chair options available?

You have plenty of options when it comes to party chairs. These options include:

Folding chairs

They come in a wide array of styles, but since you are having your event outdoors, one of the best chairs to go with is a plastic folding chair. The beauty of the plastic chair is that it’s lightweight and tolerant of weather issues.

They also work excellently under direct sunlight and don’t heat too much for the guests to be uncomfortable.

If you want to give your event a high-end look, go for Garden folding chairs with a sleeker, premium look.

Chiavari chairs

Originating in Italy in the 1800’s Chiavari chairs are known for their “bamboo” look carved into the frame. The chairs come in various colors, such as white, gold, black, and silver, so you are bound to find one that will fit your event theme.

The most identifying feature is the chairs having a low profile that makes it easy to pack many of them in a small space.

Of course, to create an impactful look, decorate the chairs with various decorations.

Banquet chairs

Also known as conference chairs, banquet chairs are best suited for events where the guests will be sitting for extended periods. This is because they are extremely comfortable.

Even if you don’t expect your event to go on for long, you can rent these chairs for your older guests.

Barstools

Are you having a simple event where you will be serving many drinks? Don’t bother with high-end party chairs. Instead, go for simple barstools. You can go with barstools with or without backrests—it’s all up to you to choose the best ones.

To give your event a relaxed feel, pair the barstools with cocktail tables.

For the best look, choose the right height for your barstools. Two of the popular ones are counter height and bar height. The counter height is for tables that are 34” to 36”, while the bar height is ideal for 40” to 42” tables.

Cocktail table chairs

If you have cocktail tables and looking for an elegant option, go with specialty cocktail chairs. These chairs usually have a backrest and a whimsical or sleek design, which makes them the perfect fit when looking to give your event an upscale look.

Like barstools, you need to choose the right height option for the guests to be comfortable. If you aren’t sure about the right height to go with, get the input of a professional working in the event rentals Rockland NY.

 

5 Outdoor Party Tips

in Tent Rentals  by November 12, 2021 0 comments

Is this the first time you are putting together an outdoor party? There are plenty of tips you need to put into place to pull off an excellent event. These tips include:

Always have a backup plan

Some people will only rent a few tables and chairs from the table and chair rentals and think they are set. Unfortunately, this isn’t the case.

Even if the weather is perfect, it’s always wise to have a backup plan. As a rule of thumb, always have a party tent where the guests will go should the weather go berserk.

For example, you should have a party tent to protect your guests when it starts raining or becomes too windy.

Besides the tent, it’s also wise to have a house nearby the party venue where the guests will go should the weather become extreme. For example, when it rains too much that the tent floods or the winds become too strong that it threatens to blow off the tent.

Of course, you should ensure the house close to the party venue is large enough to accommodate your guests.

Have enough food

Parties are associated with food, so you can imagine the confusion that would be there when you feed half or less of your guests, and the food runs out. You don’t want this, do you?

To avoid embarrassment, always ensure that you have enough food for all of your guests. A good way to ensure that you never run out of food is to have a headcount of all the guests attending the event, then add a little extra to take care of those that might go for two takes or any additional guests that show up uninvited.

You don’t want the guests to go thirsty either so, besides the food, also ensure that you have enough drinks. As a rule of thumb, you should have both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.

Have enough seats

You need to ensure that your guests are comfortable, so the last thing you want is to have some of them standing. Besides giving your event a disorganized look when you have some of the guests sitting and others standing, you also make some of the guests tired and bored, especially when you have a long event and force them to stand for a long time.

To be on the safe side, ensure that you have enough seats for all of your guests. Of course, the type of seats you go with depends on the theme of the event. If having a formal event, you should go for comfy, cushioned chairs, but simple wooden or plastic chairs are enough if having a simple casual event.

If you aren’t sure about the right number of chairs to go with, get the input of a professional. The technicians working in the rental stores can also guide you.

Think about the weather fluctuations

If you are having your event over an extended time, you should think about the temperature fluctuations. For example, if having your event on a summer afternoon, the temperatures might be too high that the guests sweat while in the tent. As the event gets into the evening, the temperatures start dropping, that the guests begin shivering.

To avoid this, work at ensuring that the guests are comfortable at all times. For example, on a hot afternoon, have an air conditioner to cool the air and keep it fresh. As the temperatures drop in the evening, have a heater to supply the guests with the much-needed warmth.

Keep the guests entertained.

In most events, the main part of the event lasts for just a few minutes, then the other time is left for fun. How will you keep your guests engaged and entertained at this time? You should think about it.

Two popular ways to keep the guests entertained is hiring a DJ or a famous musician, but you shouldn’t stop there.

To make your event more fun and memorable, consider renting giant Jenga, cards, giant Checkers, or Chess from the event rentals Rockland NY, that the guests will play when the main procession is over.

Tips To Remember When Renting Party Chairs

in Tent Rentals  by February 10, 2021 0 comments

Studies show that people organizing events give little thought to the chairs they are renting from party chairs rentals. And this is wrong as the chairs not only determine the look of the event but the guest’s comfort.

Are you having an event and looking to rent party chairs? Here are tips to remember to give your event the perfect look it deserves:

Choose chairs based on where you are having the event

You can have your event indoors or outdoors. When it comes to chairs, two of the most popular options you can go for are: resin and Chiavari. Chiavari chairs are ideal when having an indoor event. They also make an excellent choice when having a long outdoor event and the weather is perfect.

Although Chiavari chairs are comfortable and give your event a chic look, they are often expensive, so you should be ready to part with a substantial amount when renting them. The chairs can also easily get damaged by water so if planning to use them outdoors, always have a tent in place so they aren’t rained on in the event the weather changes.

Resin chairs are perfect when having an outdoor event. Since they are made from resin, you don’t worry they will get damaged when they are rained on.

Although, they aren’t ideal for long events as they aren’t as comfortable as Chiavari, they are padded which gives your event a polished look. The chairs are also cheap, going for half the price of Chiavari chairs so you save a lot of money that you can use to rent other party supplies.

You have plenty of chair options

Chiavari chairs are the most popular event chairs, but they are often out of budget for most people. If you are operating on a tight budget, don’t beat yourself up as there are plenty of other options you can go for. They include:

Metal folding chairs: Although cheap to rent, they are less comfortable, so not ideal if having an event that will last for a long time.

Folding chairs with a metal frame and plastic seat: These also aren’t the perfect ones when having a long event, but they are more comfortable than plain metal chairs.

Wooden benches: Having an outdoor wedding ceremony that will last for just a short time? The wooden benches make a perfect choice. They can accommodate a lot of people and they are cheap. If you are on a tight budget and don’t care much about the look of your event, you should go for these.

Sofas: If you want the guests to sit and socialize, you should go for couches. They are expensive to rent, but they will make your event unique and your friends will be talking about them for years.

To complete the look, rent the sofas together with the king and queen or throne chairs to emphasize the guests of honor in a fun way.

Other chair options you have include: vintage chairs, bar stools, wicker chairs and many others. It’s up to you to choose the ones that are ideal for your event. If not sure about the right one to go for, get the input of professionals working in the chair rental companies.

They will listen to the look you are looking to create and help you choose the ideal chair for the event.

Rent enough chairs

You can rent the most expensive chairs in the market, but if the chairs aren’t enough, your event will have a dull and disorganized look.

To ensure everyone is sitting and comfortable throughout the event, rent enough chairs for everyone. A good rule of thumb is to rent one chair for the invited guest and an additional 5-10% to allow the guests the flexibility to sit with their party.

You also should rent a few extra chairs as a backup in the event someone spills wine or the chair breaks (if rented plastic chairs).

Work with a company stocking high-quality chairs

To get the most from your chairs, you need to rent high-quality ones. This calls for you to research and find the party rentals Rockland NY stocking high-quality chairs at an affordable price. This way you are sure your event will be glam and at the same time, the chairs won’t break easily when the kids play on them.

Party Chairs Rentals: How To Decorate Party Chairs

in Tent Rentals  by October 12, 2020 0 comments

With seating being a prominent part of your ceremony, renting party chairs from party chairs rentals isn’t enough. You also need to consider how the chairs will look. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to decorate the chairs. Some of these ways include:

Flowers

If you got simple chairs, there is nothing that will transform your wedding chairs than flowers. With so many flowers in the market to choose from it’s solely dependent on you to choose the ones that will look the best in your home. If you aren’t sure about the right flowers to use, get the input of a professional.

Some flowers simply require you to place them on the chairs while others require some modifications. Unless you know how to modify the flowers, always settle for the simple flowers.

Are you having an indoor wedding? Go with white chairs then decorate them with lavender, roses or hydrangeas. The combination of these three colors gives your event a perfect look. The flowers pop out more if the venue is decorated with plain colors.

If having a beach wedding, work at bringing the Hawaiian theme to your big day. You can do this by decorating your white chairs with beautiful colored flowers.

Would you like to make a bigger statement? Use mason jars to your advantage. Use a rope or twine to hang the jars off the side of the chairs then fill them with flowers to create beautiful hanging vases.

If you don’t have traditional vases, use wine bottles. Use the contrast between the bottle and the surrounding areas to create a stunning look.

Choose a unique style

If you don’t want to go through the trouble of decorating the chairs, get unique chairs that will not only give your event an exciting look but also get your guests talking. To find wedding chairs that stand out you need to take your time and research.

Visit different stores and compare the stock they have. Even if you don’t come across extremely unique designs, you can bring out the surprise by using colored chairs. If having a small event, place the name of every person at the back of the chair using their favorite color.

As you are renting the colored chairs, don’t go with one color. To create a charming atmosphere, place chairs of different colors in one area.

Decorate the chairs with small cards

What is your wedding theme? If your wedding has a fun theme, you can decorate the chairs with small cards. Place the cards at the back of the chairs with fun messages such as “Mr” and “Mrs”. If you have friends that you know will be getting married soon after you, you can surprise them with a fun card written: “We are next”.

Decorate with ribbons and balloons

Ribbons and balloons are cheap and easy to use. They also make excellent children play items after the event. The balloons you chose depends on the look you want to create and the venue you are having your event at. If getting married outside, use white balloons.

You can leave them there or release them when the officiant says, “I now pronounce you…” The act of releasing the balloons creates an excellent photo opportunity that is lovely to look back on after the wedding.

When it comes to ribbons, choose a color that best aligns with your principal decorative elements. For example, you can create a rustic contrast by placing white ribbons on wooden chairs. If getting married in the countryside, surrounded by trees and vegetation, choose ribbons with plenty of colors.

Lace-up the chairs

Having a formal indoor wedding? You can bring out some elegance by lacing up the chairs. There are hundreds if not thousands of ways you can lace up your chairs. For a great impact, add the floral details to your antique chairs.

To give your wedding a delicate, chick look, go with single blooms, pearl strings, and floral wreaths.

Parting shot

These are some of the ways you can decorate your wedding chairs. Remember, even if you will be decorating the chairs you still have to get quality chairs from table and chair rentals Rockland NY. You don’t want chairs that will break in the middle of the event, do you?

Party Rentals: Tricks To Throw A Successful Party With Few Chairs And Tables

in Tent Rentals  by September 5, 2020 0 comments

You did it! You invited all of your friends to your party. What a success! Since they love you, and love spending time with you, they don’t come alone—they drag their friends, so the party you planned for a small group of six, has turned to a little congregation of 20. While you are happy everyone showed up, reality hits home—your tables and chairs aren’t enough. Should you rush to the party rentals in the middle of the night? You wonder.

If you are facing this dilemma, you don’t have to worry as there are several things you can do to keep your friends busy the entire dinner party to notice you didn’t have enough tables and chairs. Some of the things you can do include:

Set up a casual attitude

When the guests step in the door, set in their mind, they aren’t having the usual formal sit-down party. You can do this by setting up the music and be cool about it. Also, offer to put together the appetizer plates and drinks for the guests. Create small servings to encourage the guests to go for seconds and even thirds rather than pilling up a lot just once on their plates.

Encourage your guests to move around. When they land in your party, let them know they are free to move around and interact with others in the event.

Make it comfy

If you have more guests than you planned, you can counter this by creating a Moroccan vibe with floor cushions and pillows. Place these around the house, so the guests have extra seating areas when they are tired of walking around.

Make use of ottomans.

The absence of a table often means a lack of counter space, and this is where the super trendy ottoman comes into play. The ottoman can provide you with a space for your tray and, at the same time, a place to store your glasses. When the party is over, you can easily turn that baby into another seat. How handy?

Avoid bottlenecks

When you have your guests crammed in one space, you give your party a confused and overcrowded look. At the same time, it gives the guests the urge to sit as they wait for others. You don’t want this as you don’t have enough chairs.

To keep things moving, don’t cram everything in one spot. This calls for you to serve your food in two or more areas. Also, have a separate station for drinks. It’s also wise to scatter napkins, utensils, and other items the guests will need throughout the evening.

When you do this, you eliminate bottlenecks and, at the same time, encourage the guests to move around, so they don’t find the need to sit down. The moving around also encourages the guests to mingle, increasing their chances of raving about your event.

Prepare standing-friendly food

The intention is to minimize the chances of the guests sitting, so what better way than serving them foods that don’t give them the need to sit? When planning your meals, go for standing-friendly foods. Some of the best are: tapas, kabobs, and finger foods.

These will ensure the guests fill their stomachs without being too self-conscious when dining vertically or while sitting on the floor.

Be strategic in your planning.

As you are putting together the event, remember you don’t have enough tables and chairs, and you don’t want to rent them from your local table and chair rentals Rockland NY. To keep the guests on their feet, you need to be strategic on how you organize your house.

If you have a free-standing kitchen island, you can use it as the serving area and serve your guests from here. The trick is to ensure everything is ready beforehand. You don’t want to get into the guests way by cooking when they arrive.

Got a bookshelf? Clear out all the dusty books and stash them away. Use the space to scatter snacks and platters or use them as surfaces to place glasses and appetizer plates.

When it comes to the window sills, ensure they are thoroughly clean and place a bowl of snacks here. You can also encourage the guests to place their drinks there.

Table And Chair Rentals: 5 Types Of Party Tables

in Tent Rentals  by December 24, 2019 0 comments

Whether putting together a large or small event, you need party tables. Luckily, you don’t have to buy the supplies as there are plenty of table and chair rentals you can order from.

When renting, ensure that the table you rent matches the theme of the event. There are many types of party tables you can rent with the most common ones being:

Cocktail tables

These look great when set up around the dance floor or bar area. You can also place drinks and appetizers on them before you move the guests to another room with a more formal setup.

Cocktail tables come in different sizes and heights, which makes them ideal for various applications. The most common ones are: 24 inches (30 inches height): ideal for conversations and cocktails 24 inches (42 inches high): high cocktail 30 inches (30 inches tall): couples/bride/groom table.

Round tables

Round tables are typical in weddings, anniversaries, dinners, fundraisers and other formal events. The beauty with them is that they allow a large group of people to sit close together hence encouraging close conversations.

If having an event with a guest speaker, you should be creative how you organize the tables. To ensure no guests have their backs turned to the stage, remove one or two seats from the round table.

Just like cocktail tables, round tables come in different sizes and heights. The most common sizes are 60” and 72” wide tables.

A 60” table can seat up to eight people all the way around or six people in a crescent format. 72” table, on the other hand, can seat up to ten people or eight in the crescent formation.

Are you expecting a lot of people? Find a 96” table that can seat twelve or more people.

For a great experience and look, it’s up to you to research and find tables that are ideal for your event.

Rectangle tables

Rectangle tables show you are having a casual event. The tables are common on birthday parties, picnics, family reunions, and sports banquets. They are also excellent at displaying buffet.

You can arrange them in any way you want depending on the nature of your event. You can line them next to each other, organise them into large rectangles, or line them in long rows.

When renting them, pay close attention to their quality. You don’t want tables that will crush in your event, do you? Carefully inspect them and confirm whether you will need linen and skirting to hide how they look.

To improve the look of wooden tables, you have to cover them, but if renting modern tables, you don’t have to worry much about the look as they are presentable enough. This is due to the plastic-coated surface.

Most party rental companies have a mixture of 60” and 72” long straight tables. These tables often measure 30” wide by 29” inches tall.

Pedestal tables

Are you having a standing event such as a reception or networking event? You should get a pedestal table. An average pedestal table measures 30” in diameter with an adjustable height of between 29” and 36” tall.

Other than using the tables for guests to place their drinks while standing, they also create excellent food displays, cashier stations, and speaker tables.

Crescent tables

Popularly used in meeting rooms to facilitate small group discussions, crescent tables are kidney-shaped, which makes them an impractical choice in most events.

If having a formal event, you can include them in your catering tables and use them to add flair to the dessert stations and buffet lines.

You can combine four or more tables to make a complete circle with a hollow interior or align three crescent tables and create a serpentine food station. The design you choose solely depends on you.

Parting shot

These are some of the most common types of tables you can rent for your event. As you have seen, different tables are ideal for various applications. For you to get the most from the tables, rent from reputable party rentals Rockland NY.

The key to finding good quality tables is starting your research early enough. At least three months before the party date. This way, you will have ample time to visit different companies and compare the quality of products and the prices of the various supplies.

5 Mistakes To Avoid When Renting Party Chairs From Party Chairs Rentals

in Tent Rentals  by December 17, 2019 0 comments

Are you thinking about renting party chairs from party chairs rentals? You need to be cautious so that you rent the right units. As a rule of thumb, avoid making these mistakes:

Renting the exact number of seats

You have already decided on the number of guests you need for your event, so you are going to rent the exact number of chairs, right? You will be in for a surprise. This is because it’s normal for people to come with their children or friends to an event.

For you to avoid having people standing thus giving your event an ugly appeal, you should always rent more seats than the guests you are expecting. A good rule of thumb is to rent 20 extra seats.

Renting from the first company you come across

If you are like other event organizers, you wait until the last few days for you to rush to the rental companies and place an order. This means you hire from the first company you meet. Don’t do this.

The right thing to do is to take your time and visit a few companies and see what they have in stock. Unfortunately, you can’t do this if you don’t have enough time.

To ensure you have time to visit different companies, begin your research early enough—at least three months before the party date.

This way you will be able to visit different companies and compare the quality and prices of the chairs they are renting. Of course, you should rent the chairs that perfectly match your party theme.

Renting from the cheapest rental company

Many people want to have an elegant event but don’t want to spend money on it. What do they do? They go for the cheapest party supplies.

For example, they will go for the cheapest party chairs and hope they get away with it. You should note that a cheap chair is simply cheap and anyone can tell from a mile.

The quality of the supplies you rent has a great impact on the overall look of the party so you should avoid renting cheap chairs. Cheap chairs are often weak and worn out; therefore, they break easily.

Most of the cheap companies don’t have insurance so when the chairs break, you have to pay for it, which can end up being too expensive in the long run.

What should you do instead?

You should rent from a reputable, insured company. While you will pay a little more money, it will be worth it as you will get good quality chairs. The company will also be insured so you will have peace of mind that you won’t be the one paying for the broken chair.

While you should go for good quality chairs, avoid extremely expensive chairs as they won’t be adding much to your event. The rental company will simply be exploiting you. For a great experience, find a balance between the price of the chairs and their quality.

Renting from different companies

Do you know why you should strive to get all of your event supplies from the same company? So that you can get discounts. In addition to it being hectic renting from different companies as you have to move from one company to the next, you also end up paying more for the same chairs.

When you rent from the same company, you have a great experience as you don’t have to move from one company to the next. The rental company you rent from also tends to give you a great discount as you are giving them a lot of business.

On your part, you have an easy time as you have only one company to deal with.

It’s not easy to find one company stocking high-quality event supplies. You need to take your time and research. Visit the different event party rentals Rockland NY and see what they have in stock.

Renting plastic chairs

Another mistake you should avoid making is to rent plastic chairs. Whenever possible, rent metal chairs. The metal chairs not only look good, they are also less likely to break so you don’t have to worry about being required to replace them when they break.

6 Tips To Renting Chairs From Party Chairs Rentals

in Tent Rentals  by July 23, 2019 0 comments

When you are looking to rent chairs from party chairs rentals there are a number of things you should know.

Rent the right type

Did you know there are many types of party chairs you can rent? The most common ones are:  ghost chairs, bamboo folding, French Bistro café chair, tolix chair, bentwood chair, equipale chair, gold fanfare chair, Havelock chair, Chiavari chair, Acapulco chair, rattan peacock chair, a real good chair, and many others.

Choose a chair that matches the theme of the event and is comfortable to sit on. If this is the first time you are renting it, ask a knowledgeable person to guide you through.

Rent more chairs than you need

Even if you have the exact number of people that you expect in your event, you should always rent more chairs than you need. Remember, some people bring more than a “plus one” which means that you can easily lack enough seats to sit on.

For the ceremony, rent one chair for every guest you have invited. You should then rent extra 5-6% that will take care of couples and families.

If you are going to have a cocktail hour, you don’t need a lot of chairs as most of the guests stand and mingle. While this is the case, you should still provide enough seating especially to the older guests, children, and women who might be needing a reprieve from the uncomfortable shoes.

During the reception, all the guests need a chair for dinner and dessert. To reduce your rental costs, use the same set of chairs for the ceremony and reception, if the two events are taking place at the same venue.

Rent metal over plastic

If you can, avoid renting plastic at all costs. This is because plastic chairs tend to break easily and you have to pay for. Metal chairs are much stronger hence you don’t need to worry that the big and tall guests will break them.

When choosing the chairs, ensure that they match the theme of the event. They also should be comfortable to all the guests.

Think about accessories

In most cases, the chairs that you rent for your event will be plain and simple. For you to improve the look, decorate the chairs so that they match your party theme. Some of the ways you can improve their look is by using sashes, covers, ribbons, and bows.

Regardless of the accessories that you choose, ensure that they match the party theme and are comfortable to sit on. They also should be of high quality as you don’t want to have to pay for them when they tear.

Start early

One of the main reasons why people rent the wrong party chairs is being in a hurry when doing it. Do you want to rent the right chairs easily? Start the process as early as possible. When you start the process early you have peace of mind that your chairs won’t be reserved. At the same time, you will have enough time to review different chairs and settle at the best.

When you are doing your research, you should not only concentrate on the type of chairs that the company has, you also should pay attention to the company’s policies.

Of major importance, confirm whether the company will deliver the chairs to your party venue, help you with the setup, and collect them once you are done with the event.

You also should pay attention to the damage consequences. What will happen in the event you damage the chairs? Will you have to pay for them? You should know about this.

Rent the storage cart too

Most of the party chairs are folding chairs that are stacked or racked in storage carts. When renting the chairs, you also should consider renting the carts. This is to make the clean up easy and quick. Once you are done with the party and have placed the chairs in the carts, you only need to load them onto the truck and you will be set to go.

The carts also come in handy at holding the chairs that you won’t have put out until the extra guests arrive. Some table and chair rentals Rockland NY will rent you the carts at an extra fee while others will include the cost when renting you the chairs.

Event Rentals: Proper Dining Table Etiquette

in Party Rentals / Tent Rentals  by March 3, 2019 0 comments

Every table and chair rentals follow a strict protocol and business etiquette to ensure their clients with professional standards and genuine customer satisfaction. This practice applies to you and everyone else who have been invited and have attended various kinds of dinner invitation – formal or casual, intimate or group.

Why Table Manners And Etiquette Are Important

Regardless of your age, salary or status in life, learning table etiquette and manners are important in life and there are two reasons why:

  1. To make others feel comfortable eating with you;
  2. To prevent yourself from being embarrassed.

Number 1 Reason

  • You may have experienced dining with someone who coughs or sneezes all over the food or hold them with dirty hands yet still manages to eat them as if nothing happened. While you observe them, you probably have promised yourself that that will never happen to you. Therefore, knowing the proper table and dinner manners is very important.

Number 2 Reason

  • Aside from being fully aware that your water glass is on your right and should never attempt to drink from someone else’s glass. You do know also that when in a dinner event: big or small, you will not start with your soup or main course until the hosts started to eat, right? But don’t worry; there are still a number of pointers that you should know by heart.

Knowing The Different Table Setting

Everyone should feel confident when sitting down at a dinner table regardless whether it’s a formal dining event with a six-course menu at a five-star hotel or an exclusive venue or an informal dinner invitation by a family or a friend. Being confident that you will not screw up, get embarrassed or ruin the event all depends on how far you know and how well you practiced it.

When in the United States, most dinner settings are informal, but should never attend to it wearing a too informal outfit like a toddler and what I mean is a t-shirt, shorts, and sneakers.

Visualize this kind of table setting when attending an informal or formal US and European dinner event invitation.

On top of your plate is the folded napkin; the European sometimes add a bigger and a small plate. On the left side, you will see two kinds of a table fork, but the one that you need to use for your main course is the first one next to your plate. On the right side, you will see either a knife and two spoons or two knives and a knife; the latter is usually the European setting. On the upper right side of your plate are the water glass and the wine glass. The European sometimes adds one or two more glasses.  And the dessert spoon and fork are on top of your plate.

The Basic Dining Etiquette

The basic table manners make you enjoy not just the main course, but it also includes the proper use of your napkin, buttering your bread, and enjoying your coffee and dessert.

  • The Napkin Etiquette

Your napkin should be placed on your lap the moment you settled on your seat. Never hang it on your collar if you don’t want to make a monkey out of yourself. Use it by patting or blotting your lips and never use it as a handkerchief.

Once you’re done, you can just leave your napkin loosely folded keeping the dirty part out of sight on the left side of the plate.

  • Main Courses

Remember that the small fork is for appetizers and the bigger one is for the main dish this is usually partnered with a knife with a spoon if there is soup served as well.

  • Beverages

The water glass is always positioned on the upper right of your plate while the wine glass is one next to it.

  • Condiments

If one asks for the salt hand over the pepper as well.

  • Never check your phone otherwise excuse yourself for a while and attend to it.
  • Keep your elbows away from the table unless there is no food served yet.

Time To Wrap It Up

When it comes to dinner setups, the table and chairs event rentals Rockland NY will professionally comply with the kind of theme you wanted – big or small; formal or informal. For as long as you know how to act when on the dining table, you are good to attend to any kind of dinner invitation and event.

Guide To Having Beautiful Party Chairs

in Party Rentals  by August 17, 2017 0 comments

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When you are putting together a big event, you need party chairs. The cool thing is that you don’t have to purchase the seats as there are plenty of party rental companies you can rent the chairs from. In most cases, the chairs you rent won’t be beautiful which will give your party a bad image. The cool thing is that there are plenty of ways in which you can improve the look of the chairs.

Tips to having beautiful party chairs

Chair covers: These are the most useful units you can use to cover the ugly chairs. You should note that the covers come in different sizes and shapes. When renting, ensure that the units you go for easily fit the chairs in question.

The wrong chair covers would result in an ugly chair. The wrong cover not only fits ugly into the chair, but it also tends to develop wrinkles thus giving your party a bad look. There are many ways in which can get the seat covers of interest. One of the most efficient is enquiring from the hall you are having the party.

Some halls have covers in place that they can give you to use for free. You should also enquire from the rental company where you rented the chairs. If you have rented many supplies from the company, they will give you the covers for free, but some will require you to pay for them. The cool thing is that the prices are usually low. You should rent from the same party rentals you rented the chairs. This way you not only rent units that fit perfectly, but they also look good on your chairs.

Rent better chairs: If you don’t want to go through the trouble of hiring chair covers, take your time to research and find seats that are in good condition. In most cases, these are new chairs or those in perfect condition. Due to their condition, expect to pay a high amount for them. The good thing is that they will look not only good, but also feel comfortable thus the guests will have a great impression about your party.

Conclusion

This is what you need to know about chairs and how to decorate them. Even if you will be renting the covers to simply cover the old and ugly chairs, you shouldn’t go for any covers—rent high-quality covers from reputable party supplies companies.