How to Keep Bugs Out of Your Summer Event Tent?

With summertime comes the start of the outdoor event tent season – BBQs, weddings and more. Unfortunately, it also means bugs like cicadas are in full swing – ready to take a bite out of your custom event tents. Read our blog to learn how to keep your outdoor client events pest free all summer long.

Utilize Custom Sidewalls

Open sidewalls give bugs the perfect opportunity to make their entrance into your clients’ outdoor event. Not on our watch! With custom sidewalls for your summer event tents, you can add more protection and keep any pesky critters from ruining the party. Custom sidewalls can be made to fit perfectly with your tent to keep bugs at bay. Also, these can add to the visual appeal of your event tent, creating an extra place to add signage and color.

Strategically Consider Flooring Options

Did you know that flooring can deter bugs while enhancing the guest experience at your clients’ outdoor events? Although often overlooked, flooring can be a helpful tool when trying to maintain a bug free environment at any outdoor event. Consider these flooring options when planning your next bug free event:

• Easy to Clean Materials – crumb-filled floors attract pests!
• Water Resistance Is Key – moisture attracts bugs!
• Seal Flooring Edges – gaps can let in crawling critters!

Embrace the Power of Air Circulation

Air circulation can be a powerful tool when protecting your custom event tents from flying insects like cicadas. Circulated air is less attractive than still air for flying insects for several reasons:

• Navigation – It’s tougher for flying insects to navigate in circulating air compared to still air.
• Temperature – Circulation makes the air cooler, and insects are typically attracted to warmer temperatures.
• Odors – Circulated air can carry away scents of food which could attract bugs.
• Nesting – Bugs need still air to settle down and nest. Circulated air deters this.

So, how can you implement an air circulation system at your event?

• Fans – Use fans at a variety of heights to make sure that air is constantly circulating.
• Screened Openings – Mesh screens can help block pests from entering your custom event tent while still encouraging air flow.
• Ventilation Systems – HVAC systems and portable ACs can help with air circulation while also keeping your client’s event cool.

Harness the Power of Natural Repellents

Did you know that there are plenty of natural ingredients that can help keep bugs at bay for your next client summer event? Here are some options:

• Essential Oils – Citronella, lavender, eucalyptus, and lemongrass can keep your custom event tents smelling lovely while keeping bugs away. Candles, sprays, or oil diffusers can disperse these repellents.
• Herbs – Who doesn’t love a garden party? Pots of basil, rosemary, and marigold are not only beautiful but also natural bug repellents.
• Citrus Fruits – Keep the party smelling fresh and summery while eliminating pests by incorporating orange and lemon peels in your decor.

Light it Up Your Summer Event Tent Strategically

We all know that bugs are attracted to light, but there are measures you can take to make your custom event tent lighting less attractive to pests. Yellow or LED lights aren’t as attractive for crawling critters compared to white lights. Also, choosing warm-toned bulbs like fairy lights, LED lights, etc. can repel insects. Additionally, flameless candles offer a calming ambiance, and do not attract bugs like traditional candles.

Here are some other helpful tips to consider when considering lighting options for your next bug-free summer event:

• Perimeter Lighting – Keeping light fixtures at the perimeter of the tent, away from the main dining areas, will attract insects away from guests.
• Timing – If you can, avoid dusk and dawn for your client’s outdoor summer events. These are when insects are most active.
• Light Coverings and Lanterns –Covered light fixtures are less attractive to pests.
• Bug Zappers – Bug zapping devices can be placed outside of the event area. These will attract bugs and kill them before they make their way to your clients’ summer event tent.

Don’t let bugs ruin your clients’ summer event plans! Contact us for personalized advice and high-quality event tents that will help keep your client events pest free all summer long!