Securing a Rental Tent During Windy Fall Weather

When the warm days of summer begin to wane into the cooler nights of fall, it’s not just an abundance of “Pumpkin Spice” options that picks up for the season. Depending on the climate where you live, fall weather might not only usher in a cooler temperatures, it can also increase the possibility of light rains and stronger winds. When it comes to your outdoor event, what considerations must be made, and what options are available to protect your party from the elements with a custom rental tent?

Serious Staking for Stalling Wind

It’s especially important to seek out a rental tent company with experience, because effectively securing a large rental tent is paramount to the success of the event and also to the safety of the attendees.

• Determining a factor called “wind load” dictates tent set up, and is based on several factors, including wind speed, type of structure, exposure and terrain of the site, how high the tent is above ground, etc.
• Different tent styles will require different types of anchoring, but knowledgeable installers will apply the necessary support depending on the type of structure.

Seek Out Sidewalls

While the tent overhead will protect attendees from harsh sunlight or bouts of rain, it will do little to reduce or eliminate wind flowing through the area. Many tents have the option of adding a sidewall or curtain to the eaves to provide additional protection against the elements.

• Sidewalls are made of the same material as the tent, and can be solid (like a backdrop), or include options like windows.
• They can also be customized the match the tent canopy, or any custom forms of the main structure.
• They can easily contain or increase the ambient temperature of the tent if the weather is a little chillier than anticipated for the event.

Combat the Cold

Depending on the climate and weather, you may experience more of a chill in the air than anticipated during your event, and nothing can dampen spirits faster than feeling frigid. Adding sidewalls to your custom rental tent may help curb the cold, but you might need to consider adding other elements to warm the space.

• Space heating elements can be added to your rental to ensure that guests find a warm respite inside the tent, no matter the weather outside.
• Consider adding comforting touches, like small hand warmers, a basket of pashminas or wraps for exposed arms and shoulders, or warm beverages like a coffee, cocoa or cider bar to keep guests cozy.

When it Comes to Your Fall Event, Work with the Best

Tent Renters Supply offers over 40 years of expertise, and our commitment to quality and customer service has helped us become an industry leader in custom tent rental and manufacturing. We carry an extensive inventory, and supply tents for private parties, weddings, company events and trade shows, and even amusement parks and large sports organizations like the Super Bowl. Make a call to Tent Renter’s Supply today for a custom quote for your needs this season.