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Tips for Heating Your Marquee | DIY Marquees
Posted by admin in DIY Marquees on January 4, 2025
Creating a warm and inviting environment in your marquee is essential for hosting successful events, especially during the colder months. Whether you’re planning a wedding, party, or corporate gathering, ensuring your guests are comfortable is key. At DIY Marquees, we offer reliable marquee heating solutions designed to keep your event cozy, no matter the weather.
The Perfect Heating Solution: Marquee Heaters
Our Small Marquee Heating Package is an excellent choice for ensuring a consistent and comfortable temperature throughout your event. This package includes:
- High performance heaters tailored for marquee use.
- Easy to use controls for adjusting heat output.
- Safety features to ensure worry free operation.
Great Value Package Deal: Arcotherm EC22 19kW indirect heater, ducting adaptor, 2m ducting, rain cowl and thermostat with free delivery!
Clean Hot Air: Air is drawn into the heater from the rear by the internal fan. It is heated as it passes over a heat exchanger. The combustion by-products remain within the heat exchanger and are exhausted via the flue. This ensures only clean, fume free warm air is blown out of the front of the heater and into the space through the ducting, making it ideal for heating enclosed spaces safely.
Tough Build Quality: Designed to perform in challenging areas, including construction sites, workshops, warehouses, agriculture, events and more.
High Quality Features: Automatic built in oil burner and a Danfoss pump, robust hydrocarbon resistant polythene fuel tank, AISI 430 stainless steel combustion chamber and electronic flame control help to ensure reliable, effective and safe performance.
Trolley Mounted Design: Large wheels and a handle make the heater easy to transport, position and re-position when required on site.
Thermostat Control: The thermostat allows you set set a required temperature and it will switch the heater on and off as required in order to maintain the set temperature. This saves fuel and adds extra convenience.
Overheat Thermostat: Shuts down the heater automatically if it overheats, to prevent accidents.
With a focus on efficiency and reliability, our heating solutions are ideal for any occasion, offering consistent warmth without compromising on safety or ease of use.
- Choose the Right Heater: Selecting a heater designed specifically for marquees ensures efficient and even heat distribution.
- Insulate Your Marquee: Use sidewalls, flooring, and roof linings to reduce heat loss and keep your marquee warm for longer.
- Strategic Placement: Position heaters at entry points or areas where warmth is most needed, ensuring the heat circulates effectively.
- Ventilation Matters: While heating is important, maintaining good airflow prevents condensation and keeps the atmosphere fresh.
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Looking for all weather, high quality marquees for sale to host your events? At DIY Marquees, we offer a wide range of durable and versatile marquees suitable for all occasions. Whether you’re a professional event planner or a DIY enthusiast, our marquees are designed to meet your needs.
Make your next event a success with the right heating and marquee solutions from DIY Marquees. Contact us today to discuss your needs or browse our range of products online.
3m x 4m DIY Marquees and Party Tents for sale
Posted by admin in DIY Marquees on October 1, 2024
When planning an event—be it a family gathering, wedding, or corporate function—the right marquee can transform the occasion. A marquee not only provides shelter from unpredictable weather but also creates a versatile, customisable space for any event. If you’re in search of the ideal event for a party, DIY Marquees offers the popular 6m x 4m Marquee for Sale, a model that strikes a perfect balance of size, durability, and flexibility.
DIY Marquees offer customisation options, including interchangeable panels, various colour schemes, and additional accessories. This means you can adapt the marquee to fit the theme and style of each event. You can choose your flooring preference and various lighting options to create your desired atmosphere. In the colder months you can add heating making the marquee more comfortable for your guests.
Choosing a DIY marquee comes with numerous benefits, especially for those who host events regularly or want full control over their setup.
Purchasing a marquee outright can be more cost-effective in the long term, particularly if you frequently organise events. It eliminates the need for repeated rentals, allowing you to quickly recover your investment. With a DIY marquee, you also gain the freedom to set up your space exactly as you envision—choosing the location, layout, and timing for setup and takedown, free from rental constraints.
The 6m x 4m marquee’s spacious design makes it ideal for memorable occasions, whether you’re planning a wedding, party, or corporate event. Its manageable size is easy to set up while being spacious enough for a wide range of gatherings. Crafted from durable materials and featuring a customisable design, this marquee will meet your event needs, time and time again.
Another excellent option from DIY Marquees is the 3m x 2m marquee for sale, a flexible and easy-to-assemble solution for small to mid-sized events. Like the 6m x 4m marquee, it offers a compact yet versatile outdoor space.
Take the DIY approach and enjoy the advantages of owning a marquee that meets your unique needs and enhances your event experience.
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DIY Marquees | Marquee Lighting Options
Posted by admin in DIY Marquees on May 3, 2024
DIY Marquees is a leading provider of high quality marquees offer a wide range of products and services to cater to various events. Whether you’re hosting a wedding, corporate event, garden party, or any other outdoor gathering, DIY Marquees has everything you need to create a stylish, comfortable space for your guests.
DIY Marquees prides itself on offering high-quality products that are built to last. Their marquees are made from durable materials and undergo rigorous testing to ensure maximum reliability and performance. They also provide exceptional customer service from initial inquiry to final installation. They are committed to helping you create the perfect event space tailored to your specific needs and preferences.
Lighting and flooring plays a crucial role in creating the right atmosphere for your event, whether it’s a wedding, corporate gathering, or celebration. DIY Marquees understands the importance of lighting and flooring in setting the mood and enhancing the overall ambiance of your marquee.
DIY Marquees offers a range of stunning marquee lighting solutions designed to give your marquee a warm, intimate feel. Transform your event space into a captivating and enchanting setting.
DIY Marquees offers a variety of marquee lighting options to suit different preferences and requirements: Marquee Lighting For Sale from Festoon Lighting, LED Uplighters, Chandeliers and Fairy Lights.
The choice of flooring can significantly impact the overall look and feel of your marquee event. Whether you’re hosting a wedding, corporate event, or private party, DIY Marquees’ flooring options provide the perfect foundation for creating a stylish, comfortable, and functional space.
DIY Marquee Flooring For Sale offers a variety of flooring options to suit different preferences and requirements and Carpet Flooring will complement your event theme and decor, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for your guests. DIY Marquees offer a variety of colours and different carpet sizes which can be delivered straight to your door so you don’t need the hassle of collecting.
Create a Stunning Outdoor Event Space with DIY Marquees
Posted by admin in DIY Marquees on March 9, 2024
Are you planning an outdoor event like a wedding, party, or corporate function? Why rent an expensive marquee when you can create a stunning outdoor space yourself with a DIY marquee kit from DIY Marquees UK? Our high-quality marquee kits allow you to set up a beautiful marquee in your own backyard or event venue with ease.
Building your own marquee comes with a range of benefits. When you build your own marquee, you have complete control over the size, layout, and design. You can customise your marquee to your exact requirements. Buying a marquee from DIY marquees is also more cost effective than hiring a marquee. You can create your ideal venue while staying on budget, and get continued use year on year. Since you own the marquee, you can reuse it for future events because marquees from DIY Marquees are durable and built to last. They are easy to build and come with simple instructions to assist you.
The true beauty of a DIY marquee is you can customise every detail to fit your event’s colour scheme and theme. Once you have your marquee from DIY Marquees built and ready to use, the fun really begins. Our marquees are customisable and easy to decorate. You can buy linings for any part of your marquee from our wide range of high-quality fabric linings. Our linings are flame retardant, machine washable and easy to install, and are just what you need to elevate your venue. You can also add a personalised archway entrance, raised staging area, or bar units.
Wondering how to heat your marquee? We provide convenient, safe and highly effective heating packages for hire, should your event require it. We know how cold a marquee can be in winter, but our marquee heaters allow you to host your dream event without compromising on comfort.
Our website has all the advice you could need to help you to host your dream event with DIY Marquees. Our guides can help you choose what you need.
Don’t settle for an expensive marquee rental that limits your options. With a DIY marquee kit from DIY Marquees, you can affordably build the perfect outdoor space for making memories at your next event.
Browse our marquee collections online today and get ready to take your event to another level! Installation video guides and marquee raising services are available for extra convenience.
The Perfect Marquee for your Perfect Day
Posted by admin in DIY Marquees on October 11, 2023
With Autumn tipping its head over the garden fence and the English country-side ripening its colours; reds, yellows and oranges abound, making Autumn most certainly the best time of year to have an outdoor event. Summers can be unpredictable, with the potential for severity of heat which makes for discomfort, or unexpected rains can descend at any time. While in the UK we are famous for not letting the weather dampen the party, winter-time can bring with it storms which can rattle the most spirited patrons. So why not chose autumn to celebrate special occasions. A perfect Autumn wedding is not complete without a romantic marquees to help you set the scene. With the marquee as your blank canvas, you can literally set the stage for your special day.
Choosing a marquee for your special day allows you literally chose your space and decorate it accordingly, be it an intimate affair or a glorious display of grandeur that you are looking for, a marquee will give you the ability to create just that.
For those wanting something more traditional, our 4x8m DIY marquee is widely regarded as the most versatile of all of the marquees and priced to match the pocket of anyone looking to create magic on that special day. Our marquees are the perfect buy which when you know that the life-span of PVC is twice that of PE or canvas and are excellent for any season of the year as you have the option of using high-frequency welding (rather than stitching) to make a completely waterproof and reliable shelter.
Not only do we sell heavy duty marquees but we offer many additional services as well, which means that you can source everything in the same place, saving you both time and energy. Should your day require that you have flooring laid, simply chose your colour on the website and this will be included in your delivery. Delivery is optional as you can collect from Dorking if you are looking to save on costs. However, we do deliver within and around the UK. A 30cm wide, 16m long guttering kit will automatically be added free of charge to any multiple orders. Marquees can also be financed!
One of the services that we are most proud to be able to share with anyone looking for commercial marquees, is the ability to try out all of our marquee sizes and styles, using our interactive planner. Simply choose the size of your marquee and partner it up with another marquee of your choice. Walkways can be used to connect more than one marquee or simply as the entrance to your marquee design. The interactive website allows you to mix and match and plan your design which you can then save and download for use at a later stage. Or you can simply click on one our many default plans which will help you with your decision. Its seamless and easy and DIY employees are more than happy to assist you with any questions and concerns which you may have. Trust DIY marquees to raise marquees to greater heights.
Invest in a Superior Marquee from DIY Marquees
Posted by admin in DIY Marquees on October 1, 2023
A marquee is undoubtably the smartest event venue. A marquee can be a venue for all reasons, in all seasons which is one of the main reasons why people across the UK choose to invest in a marquee as a solution to their venue or catering needs. What is quite common this time of year, is seasonal weather changes, excellent quality marquees are guaranteed to withstand any weather considerations while being particularly practical for anyone in business and in the market for a purpose-specific Traditional DIY Marquee. Using the DIY Marquee buyers guide along with the interactive planner buyers can experiment with designs and layouts to suit their needs before they put any pennies down. DIY Marquees offer a simple and interesting alternative to the common indoor venues while offering far more flexibility.
The 9x9m traditional DIY marquees, is a highly recommended 4-season marquee which is strong under almost any weather condition. Other aspects which contribute to the strength of DIY Traditional marquees are the high quality PVC material and the use of high-frequency welding to seal the joins, rather than stitching which might lead to unwanted wear and tear of the material should the marquee come under strain. This also contributes to the weather-proofing of the marquees which is ideal for the wet UK climate.
Marquees are adaptable, functional, multi-purpose and can be dressed up or down, depending on the tone of the event. Add a red carpet or a glittering chandelier and your marquee is transformed into a fairy wonderland. Add a heater and some closed panels and your marquee becomes the coziest spot in town during the crisp winter months. Separate your main marquee dining area from the catering area to create separation between preparation areas and serving areas offering a bespoke and unique dining out event. And while the dance floor hots up, caterers can clean away without disturbing the event so that you can party the night away.
DIY marquees offer marquee flooring packages are designed to be an easy lay, upgrading the look and feel of your marquee venue by using a new carpet, available in a variety of party-suitable colours. Wach package comes with a non-breathable underlay, to be placed underneath the carpet to prevent a build-up of condensation during your event since grass gives off water vapour if not covered. Marquee flooring is secured in place with nails which are included in the package.
DIY Marquee carpet packages include:
- One (or more) 2m wide rolls of carpet in red, green or honey beige
- Waterproof underlay (may require folding to fit your size of marquee)
- 6″ nails, hammer, cutting knife and tool belt
- Instructions (as with all DIY Marquee products)
Watch the marquee flooring video to see how easy it is to do.
Other strength enhancing features include eave braces and gable uprights which support the marquee under hard-wearing conditions, ensuring that the DIY marquee and Duracoretex™ PVC are well supported during any event.
DIY Marquee Remain Dedicated to Enhancing the Marquee Experience
Posted by admin in DIY Marquees on September 4, 2023
There’s no doubt that a marquee imparts a unique allure with the power to elevate any occasion to an occasion to remember. A marquee offers a certain elegance for both daylight and after dark events, while offering adaptability to suit the needs of any function. The mere mention of a marquee evokes thoughts of the charm it can bring to any event. It offers a fresh and spirited alternative to the traditional, often-used venues like pubs or clubs that have been favourite options for generations. A marquee transcends seasons and this versatility is one of the main reasons why many people may opt to invest in a marquee for their venue and catering needs.
Not everyone knows the many options that marquees can offer and so it might seem to be a daunting endeavour when one first starts investigating the options. This is where DIY Marquees comes to the fore front. DIY Marquees offers expertise in all thing’s marquee related. As specialists in marquees sales they offer comprehensive assistance throughout the purchasing journey. DIY Marquee, driven by their unwavering confidence in their products, enthusiastically offers advice regarding the exceptional qualities and diverse marquee options available for sale, are always available to help you delve into the world of marquees.
For DIY Marquee’s most popular marquee for the accommodation of small groups while still providing ample ventilation and space, take a look at the DIY Green Marquees. These marquees are the epitome of versatility, enabling companies to host multiple intimate events with no compromise on attendee safety. Despite the vast array of marquee options provided by DIY Marquees, the DIY Marquee green marquee takes centre stage, capable of fulfilling your clients’ venue needs and facilitating the creation of a standout event.
If unsure, prospective buyers are encouraged to explore the online interactive marquee planner, to check out the choices available, prior to the purchase of their marquee. All DIY marquees not only adhere to stringent health and safety standards but also comply with legislative requirements, all while retaining the charm of a picturesque setting.
DIY Marquees takes great pleasure in customising packages to precisely match your unique requirements. Enhance the ambiance with elegant chandeliers, exquisite carpeting and efficient marquee heaters all of which play a crucial role in ensuring that your party tent is compatible for any event expectation. DIY now stocks indirect diesel-powered heaters available to ship right away which are ideal for marquee hire companies, events companies and venues. These marquee heating packages give you absolutely everything you require for marquee heating during parties, events, general warehouse heating and factory heating too.
DIY Marquee remains dedicated to enhancing the marquee experience, continually introducing innovative and interactive ideas to ensure safety and convenience throughout the marquee’s lifespan. Head over to the DIY Marquee website to find all the necessary information for acquiring a Green Marquee including sizes, options, additional features, materials used and recommendations based on specific conditions. Providing answers to questions that you didn’t know to ask, DIY Marquee will ensure that your decision to purchase from DIY Marquees is a seamlessly informed choice.
Professional range of DIY Marquees
Posted by admin in DIY Marquees on May 5, 2023
A marquee can be a versatile and elegant setting for a variety of events. If you’re in the market for professional tents for sale because you are planning to hire a marquee for an event, here is some marquee hire advice that could be useful.
Consider the type of event you’re planning: The type of event you’re hosting will determine the size and style of marquee you need. For example, a wedding may require a more formal and elegant marquee, while a festival or outdoor party may require a more casual and laid-back marquee.
Choose a suitable location: You’ll need to find a location that’s suitable for your marquee. Make sure the area is level and has adequate drainage. Check if there are any underground utilities or obstacles that could interfere with the marquee’s installation.
Determine the size of the marquee: Knowing how many guests you’re expecting will help you determine the size of the marquee you need. You’ll also need to consider other factors such as the furniture, staging, and dance floor that you’ll be using.
Plan for weather conditions: You should prepare for various weather conditions by renting heaters, fans, or air conditioning units depending on the time of year. Consider adding extra side panels to your marquee in case of rain or wind.
With careful planning and attention to detail, hiring a marquee can be a great way to create a memorable and unique event so consider the DIY Premium tents for sale.
When considering how to go about cleaning a marquee, can be a bit of a challenge, but it’s important to keep it clean and well-maintained to ensure its longevity and usability. General steps you can follow to clean your marquee include preparing a cleaning solution by mixing a mild cleaning solution in a bucket of warm water and using a mild detergent or a specialized tent cleaning solution. Avoid using harsh chemicals, bleach or abrasive cleaners as they can damage the material.
Once you have your cleaning solution, remove any loose debris by sweep the exterior of the marquee with a broom or use a soft-bristled brush to remove any loose dirt, leaves, or debris. Wet down the exterior of the marquee starting at the top and working your way down. This will help remove any remaining debris and prepare the surface for cleaning. Using a soft-bristled brush or a sponge, gently scrub the exterior of the marquee with the cleaning solution, paying attention to any areas with stains or mildew. Be careful not to apply too much pressure as this can damage the fabric. Rinse thoroughly with a hose to remove any soap residue.
Once you’ve finished cleaning, allow the marquee to air dry completely before storing it away. Once the marquee is completely dry, fold it carefully and store it in a cool, dry place. Avoid storing it in a damp or humid area as this can lead to mould growth. Regular cleaning and maintenance can help extend the life of your marquee and ensure that it’s always in good condition for your next event.
Experiment with marquee layouts
Posted by admin in DIY Marquees on January 1, 2023
When people come to DIY Marquees for the first time, with the goal of starting up their own marquee business, we are always thrilled to provide advice based on our own experiences of being in the marquee business. Those who are just starting out are often in a position where they have recently decided to go out on their own, leaving an employment situation to go it alone and we love this as it gives us an opportunity to be able to support you in your ventures with marquee hire advice.
One of the things that we believe that has made DIY Marquees so successful in the past is that we are fully invested in your successes and your business so this is why we are happy to provide any advice that you need. What makes is uniquely qualified to give you advice? Simple. That is because we have been there, done that. When starting any new venture people often don’t know what they don’t know so we say, let us help you with what you don’t know! Our experience of the products and services can benefit your marquee hire business plus we have an abundance of products all of which we know intimately so you can reply on our knowledge, to see you through the start up phase until you become the expert of your own business.
As a trusted family business, we have built up a reputation for being reliable and offering value for money which we back up with what we believe is excellent service. Not only do we provide you with a large selection of marquee types and sizes, we offer a large variety of spares and replacement parts for unfortunate times when accidents happen and a spare part is needed. As much as our marquees are extremely durable, there are times when a spare is needed and often with a quick turnaround time. This is why we keep a large stock in case of emergencies.
We also provide a choice of accessories for your marquee which, while you may not need this in the beginning, you will find useful to have as time goes by and your hiring company starts to expand. Its best not to start out with too many options when you first start out but soon you will find exciting opportunities come your way and this is a great time to invest slowly but surely into expanding your marquee offerings.
Not only are we here to help you with the physical aspects of your marquee business but with providing you with insights into how to other aspects such as erecting, marquee lighting and warming, dismantling and also how to clean your marquee. These aspects of your business can be time consuming and you will learn as you go, but don’t be shy to reach out to us for assistance when it comes to anything that is new to you. We have many people phone through and ask for help or input and we are more than happy to do what we can to help you make your business work for you!
The largest range of marquees for sale in the UK*
Posted by admin in DIY Marquees on July 12, 2021
Marquees have always been a popular and sought-after option as an alternative to your regular venue hire options. This is mainly attributed to the unique sense of style which can be created when using a marquee as your preferred venue option. There is nothing quite like creating the specific ambiance, mood and atmosphere, as when you design and decorate your marquee venue, tailormade to your desires.
Notwithstanding the many great benefits of the marquee as the ultimate venue option, there are some aspects relating to the logistics of marquees that can leave some feeling unsure of whether the outcome is worth the effort. Stop and take a minute as we discuss some of the issues which may leave you feeling reluctant to opt for the marquee option.
- Its cold.
Yes, this is the UK and no one has ever claimed to have all the answers when it comes to the various weather-patterns resulting in our world-famous reputation for having 4 seasons in 1 day! Its true that using a marquee might leave you vulnerable to various elements however there is always an innovative solution to any element. So, you want to know how to heat your marquee, DIY Marquees would recommend setting up a powerful, indirect heater which will disperse heat through out the marquee. Situated at the entrance of the marquee facing towards the inside, your marquee will be cozy in a matter of minutes. For a larger marquee, add smaller indirect heaters at the corner and other such “dead” spaces where people are not mingling. That way you can prevent the cold from seeping in and keep your guest’s toasty.
- Not all terrains are made equal.
Anyone who has attended a glamourous event, hosted on a grassy terrain, knows how hard it can be to prevent your £1,245 Maisel 100 faux pearl-embellished, paper-thin stiletto Jimmy Choo heels from sinking into the grass below you, sending you tumbling into an embarrassing social faux-par! To ensure the ultimate comfort of your guests, you would want to place your marquee on a solid, even surface, but the question remains: How to anchor your marquee down on hard surfaces? Your traditional tie-downs will not work on a solid surface, so alternatives include bolting or drilling holes in the footplate, to which you can place straps to secure the marquee. Alternatively, use heavy weights, such as a concrete block, strapped directly to the marquee. No concrete blocks available, strap the marquee to a strategically placed car, or lead a strap through to a near-by grassy patch.
- Once size does not fit all
This concept apparently works in retail however we all know the truth is that there is no 1 solution or product which will suit everyone’s needs. Attempting to squeeze everyone into a one size fits all marquee, will not work. Luckily, DIY Marquees has the perfect solution to help customers to create a marquee perfect for their needs. From the size of the marquee, to the shape, space, function and location, visit the website’s Marquee Planner to create a replica to help you check all the boxes.