Most people who are hiring a marquee, are doing so for the first time. As a result, they have many questions for the marquee hire company. One question that comes up more than most, is about marquee lining hire - specifically, whether you should hire a lining with your marquee.
The answer depends on what sort of event you're hiring the marquee for. If it's an informal event, and the marquee is to be a functional item mainly to keep the rain off, then a marquee lining may not be necessary.
However, if you're planning a formal event like a wedding or anniversary party for example then you will almost certainly want to hire a lining with your marquee. A marquee lining transforms the interior of the marquee and if done well, it will look fabulous.
One rule of thumb you might find helpful: if you're expecting your guests to dress up for your event, then dress your marquee up too, by hiring a marquee lining!
If you've ever seen a marquee being erected, you'll know that the marquee lining has an enormous effect on the look of the interior. Before the lining goes in, the marquee looks very functional, much like a tent, and the structure of the marquee is exposed.
But once the marquee lining has been installed, the structure will be hidden behind the wall linings, roof linings, window drapes and swags which will make the interior look so beautiful.
By far the most popular colour for marquee linings is ivory. But a good marquee hire company will be able to provide a choice of lining colours. White, and pink are also popular options. If you are hiring a marquee for a corporate event you might want a lining that matches your company's colour scheme or logo.
Ask your marquee hire company to show you photographs of all the different linings they have available. There are many different styles and effects possible, and once you know what can be done you'll be able to pick the perfect look for your event.
One type of lining that is becoming increasingly popular is the Starlight roof lining. This is a series of LED lights installed in the roof area, often against a dark roof lining to give the impression of stars twinkling in the night sky. The effect is dramatic, and particularly effective at night, when it will look gorgeous, particularly over the dance floor.
Of course it goes without saying that safety must be a top priority, so check with your marquee lining hire company that all their linings are fire retardant and comply with all relevant British standards. This is particularly important if you will be using heating within your marquee.
Obviously, marquee lining hire costs a bit extra compared to hiring an unlined marquee but for many events the effect is well worthwhile.
