Taylor Tips

Tent !!! What Size Do I Need?

Ask yourself the following questions:

  • How many guests are invited?
  • What activities will take place under the tent? ie: Band, Dance, Food, Tables & Chairs, etc.
  • What type of surface will the tent be placed on? ie: Grass, Concrete, etc.
  • Remember when measuring for tents you need to consider that the tie down straps extend 7ft. out from each side. That means you will need a 34 x 44 space to accommodate a 20x30 tent.

    • Andy’s Taylor Rental,
    I cannot thank you enough for all your input. You were right about the size of the tent and how to set up the table and chairs. Your advice was invaluable. I enjoyed so much working with you. The wedding will carry many beautiful memories for a long time Cathy and Jason really fell in love with St. Augustine and the people.

    Thank you again,
    Shelly

    Here is a guide for determining the size needed for your event:

    Type of Event Sq. Ft. Needed Per Person
    Stand-up cocktail 5-6
    Buffet Dinner 7-8
    Sit Down Dinner w/ Round Tables 13
    Sit Down Dinner with Rectangle Tables 9
    Cathedral Seating 5-6
    Dance Area 2-3
    Band Stand 10
    Drums 20
    Bar 30
    Speaker's Platform 10
       

    Not Creative? Contact our event planner: eventplanner@taylorrentalstaug.com
    Floor planning service available. Let our event planners design your tent or room set-up.

    Tables!!! What Size Tables and Linens Should I Use?

    Table Size
    Seating
    Standard
    Length
    Floor
    Length
    Rectangular Tables
    6 Foot
    6-8
    54"x120"
    		 88"x130"
    8 Foot
    8-10
    54"x120"
    		 88"x154"
           
    Round Tables
    30 Inches
    4
    90"
    90"
    48 Inches
    6
    90"
    108"
    60 Inches
    8
    90" & 108"
    120"
    72 Inches
    10
    108" & 120"
    132"

    Beverages!!! How Do I Plan?

    Champagne - 1 case (12 fifths) Serves 50 people (82 drinks). Our Fountains will operate will operate as little as 3 bottles and as much as 5 gallons.

    Liquor - Plan approximately 2 drinks per hour for each guest. There are 21-28 drinks per quart of liquor. Taste preferences today are Vodka, Scotch, Gin and Bourbon.

    Punch - One gallon of punch serves approximately 24 persons. (32-3oz. drinks with ice)

    Coffeee - One pound of coffee serves 60-80cups.

    Have a great party! And thank you for renting from Andy's Taylor Rental.