Aspiring business owners and entrepreneurs in search of the perfect start-up business to set them on the track to success will be interested in how to create a business using a marquee as a mobile and versatile tool for getting your business out there! Marquees are unique in that wherever you can find an area large enough to house your marquee is where your business can be, with little or no stress. Popular for use in trade shows, fairs, markets, business events, at concerts, shows and more, there is no better investment for your business, no matter the size, than a DIY marquee from the professional or premium range. Built to endure different locations, resilient to frequent erection and dismantlement, customizable and strong, these ranges of DIY Professional tents for sale will stand the test of time as one of the wisest investments in your business. Specialists who use marquees frequently for hiring purposes or on a regular basis as part of their own business can attest that DIY’s Premium tents for sale are the best value for money out there.

The Professional DIY Marquee Range

DIY Marquees stocks the largest range of marquees for sale, available in the UK, supplying mobile businesses and hiring companies with a one-stop option for all of their marquee and accessory needs. Customers are spoilt for choice as a result and can expect only the best quality products from DIY Marquees. Marquees range from small to large and from basic to premium. All DIY Marquees are made from top quality durable PVC which makes them stronger and long-lasting. Some of the DIY Marquees are, however, stronger than others with additional features to promote longevity and ensure that the marquees can withstand some of the harsher conditions in terms of weather, while still being fit for purpose. Additional durability and strength in a marquee comes from the materials which are used, and the additional features, such as thicker PVC, rip-stop roofs and sides, special flame retardant precautions, wider steel framework and eave braces, ground bars and a wind-resistant design makes the Professional and Premium ranges, fit to stand for 3 to 4 seasons of the year. A cautionary reminder that some weather will still make easy work of dismantling any marquee!

The Premium DIY Marquee Range

Sizes of the Premium tents for sale can vary quite significantly resulting from the different ways these marquees can be set up and how they can be used, depending on the type of event for which is it being used. If in doubt, use the online marquee planning tool on the DIY Marquee website to help you chose the best design and layout, before you invest your money. The planner is interactive and free for all to use. Also important to mention is that spares are readily available for purchase via the website where prospective investors can also compare the various ranges on offer. DIY lives, eats ad breathes Professional tents for sale and are ready to help you make the best choice for your future successful business endeavours.

Marquee expert-users know that as the summer begins to darken into the cooler season, party and functions begin to become fewer and further between. The industry, which was in full bloom in the months of May, June and July, starts to droop as the month of August ushers in the autumn.  Experts who use DIY marquees also know that there is time to use still as DIY marquees can be used well into the colder months as DIY marquees are designed to ensure longer that the rest. Designed with the weather in mind, any DIY marquee will withstand the damp and the wind, enabling the party to carry on just that much longer than one may expect. As the bell calls for last rounds on other marquee types, DIY has one more last dance to perform and the key is simply due to the superior materials used in the construction of the marquees.

Most popular of all marquees is the 4 x 4, which is both affordable and adaptable. You will always find space to place a 4 x 4 marquee, which means that it can be used in private functions such as home parties where it can be placed on a grassy patch or solid ground such as concrete or driveways, as well as for commercial purposes. Because the marquee is a solid square, setting up the marquee and keeping it up despite the weather, is easily achievable, no matter the terrain. The economic size of the 4m marquee also means that creating adaptable flooring which is easy to lay as well as being inexpensive, is most achievable.

DIY’s 4m marquee has been the envy of many who have tried to imitate the quality of the marquee, the most popular of which is the Commercial double strength PVC marquee, with its super-strong 42mm steel framework. With quality products in play, one can be forgiven for believing that the cost of the marquee would be significantly higher than others in the market but fact is, the cost of the marquee remains imminently affordable without any sacrifice regarding quality. Such party or commercial 4m marquees are guaranteed to continue to weather the storm for season after season. (Although DIY will never fail to remind customers that there are some conditions, which simply should not be attempted!)

You may ask yourself what is a PVC Marquee. It’s premium 650gsm PCV which is the preferred material as it increases the life-span of the marquee indefinitely, all weather and durable.

So if you are considering a winter wonderland wedding, never fear as we have helpful Wedding Marquee Tips for your perfect day!

If you are in the business of hiring out marquees and know that now is the time to start thinking about providing the ultimate, alternate venue for company’s who are getting ready to show their employees their appreciation for all of their efforts throughout what has been a trying year. Those who are looking for a way to host their loyal clients, who have stood by their side through the thick and thin of the year and who are looking for an option which will accommodate people in small groups, where there is plenty of ventilation and space to allow for social distancing. DIY Green Marquees are the most versatile way for a company to hold many small events, while ensuring that there is no risk on those who will be attending the event. No doubt one of the easiest and most cost-effective yet able to accommodate all the usual needs which an end of year venue needs to offer, providing a way to put on a show to impress clients and employees alike.

DIY Marquees offer a variety of superior ranges of marquees, including the DIY Marquee green marquee, which has the capacity to meet your clients’ venue, needs to help them set up the event of the year. Hirers are encouraged to look at the online interactive marquee planner and check out the options that are available to help you to make your marquee a suitable venue with all of the trimmings. Not only are the marquees fully aligned to all of the health and safety requirements, in terms of the standards of material DIY Marquees use to construct their marquees, they also meet all legislative requirements and can be beautifully constructed to look like a fairy-tale Christmas. All it takes is a little extra attention to the electrics and you will be able to light your marquee up like a Christmas tree for the ultimate holiday feel.  DIY Marquee is always looking for inspired and interactive ways to make the marquee experience easier and safer for the full lifespan of the marquee and will never leave hirers stuck for new ideas to make their marquee the most desirable and sought after venue.

DIY Marquees offers 2 excellent options in terms of lighting solutions for marquees. A superior choice of lighting is offered as part of the marquee lighting packages, such as your ultimate marquee chandelier or the retro and classic style marquee festoons. Secondly, and something that is highly recommended for hirers, is to do your own marquee electrics so as to ensure the standards are always compliant and that should any emergency occur, there is always someone on site to assist with the repair. It does not take much lighting to make your marquee look particularly pretty but for those who what a little something more elaborate or complex, consider attending one of the electrics courses aimed specifically at those in the hiring industry. Light courses and PAT lighting course information is available online for those who are ready to take the next step. find out about Marquee Electrical Courses

According to the Cambridge dictionary, a marquee is a large tent used for eating and drinking at events held mainly outside that involve a lot of people. But for DIY Marquees, a marquee is defined as a lot more than that. For DIY Marquees, a marquee is an opportunity! A small, large, or medium tent with the purpose of eating and drinking in, yes, this is true. But a marquee offers something special to any event being held outside. Think about it… It not often that being outside is a safe choice for any special day. With the weather sometimes more temperamental than a two-year-old, there is no real way of knowing what a day will bring, no matter what season you plan your event in. And this is not just something that happens in the UK, where we have a reputation for unpredictable weather… an outdoor event anywhere in the world is something someone plans with fingers crossed and hoping for the odds to be ever in their favour!

All the marquees that DIY Marquees supply is of the highest quality and we sell each and every one of our large variety of marquees with an unwritten guarantee that the odds will be ever in your favour when you use one of these marquees. This being said, we also acknowledge that sometimes there is a need for a marquee which offers a little something extra in terms of strength and quality. By quality, we don’t mean good or bad quality… we mean great or extra great, which is achieved with thicker, more durable materials. Designed for a tougher environment, and for frequent use, Premium DIY Marquees come in a range of sizes and all of which have the extra durability to ensure that there is no event for which DIY Marquees is not a match for, under any weather conditions possible. When designing these marquees, there was no advantage which was ignored in formulating their construction. Even very large marquees can be constructed with a Premium marquee as they have the strength to withstand any terrain or any awkward shape which may be needed to suit the specifics of your event.

Multi-purpose marquees like the Premium range of marquees will never disappoint. With a large range of marquee spare parts (replaceable joints, poles, and covers for 3, 4 and 6-meter marquees) which are available for purchase via the very interactive and information-packed website, there is literally nothing that a person could not do with one of these premium marquees which feature, 20 degree wind resistant roofs, 38mm steel piped frameworks with the option of additional ground bars, PVC side panels and roofs covers which are made from Duracotex (protective flexible material with industrial coatings) and which provide the durability and longevity which ensures the life-span of the DIY Premium range of marquees.

Use the Marquee Buyers Guide interactive marquee planner to experiment with different layouts in the marquee or contact us with your requirements and we would be more than happy to put together some sample layouts for you.

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.

Have you ever considered how much owning a marquee could benefit any business, be they small, medium or large? Business owners around the country buy industrial marquees as the perfect addition for their multiple business, storage and event needs. Any business which experiences seasonal selling would highly benefit from buying a marquee as a temporary or permanent option to their storage needs.

When business is booming and products are piling up around and outside the store room, employees are squeezing themselves in and out of passages and corridors lined with boxes, its time to consider buying an industrial marquee. Using a marquee as an alternative to building a storage area is a resourceful way of avoiding high costs of building, not to mention the stress and strain involved with dealing with architects, building contractors, electricians and the like, in the process. No permission is required to erect a marquee which means no building inspectors on site slowing the process down. And in slow seasons, you save money by not having to sit with a half empty storage room. Simply take your marquee down and stow away for the next influx of business. And should there be an unexpected increase in production during non-peak times, simply erect the marquee in a few hours and start saving space in your warehouse for easy collection and distribution of your goods.

Wondering where you can purchase a pop-up marquee for sale? Look no longer as DIY marquees has every marquee in any design you could possibly need for your business, as a suitable alternative to any business need. No matter how big or small your prerequisites are, there is a suitable marquee to make your business run smoother and grow. Multi-purpose pop up marquees can also be used for business events, such as team building, large meetings or conferences. So when your stock has all be bought and you are ready to celebrate a good years’ production and performance with your staff members, throw them a celebratory big bash in your DIY marquee. Simply decorate accordingly, lay the suitable flooring for the event and add tables, chairs and music and you have the perfect solution to your annual event.

Consider the same as you begin to wrap for the year and start to regroup for the up-coming production year. What better way to introduce new clients to your new product release or re-branding than with the event of the season to show case all your innovative business ideas by hosting networking event? And what a cost saving you would benefit from by being able to use your marquee for all of these purposes as and when you required. There is no denying that the value of owning your own business marquee is priceless. With no many uses and functions waiting to occur with the assistance of your business marquee, we would encourage you to contact DIY marquees immediately and buy industrial marquees now.

How 4m Commercial DIY Marquees are so strong

Our industrial marquee for sale are considerably stronger than the industry standard and indeed our own party tent and classic ranges. This is due to sharing many of the features used in 6m wide structures:

• Vertical and horizontal roof braces. This gives the roof considerable added strength.
• Intermediate purlins along each side – half way down each side of the roof is another purlin support – this strengthens the marquee and gives additional support to the roof
• The wind resistant 2m end panels are covered in a separate article
• As is the envelope style roof
• Groundbars are included automatically
• A gable upright at each end allows for interchangeable side panels
• All roofs and sides are made from a reliable quality 500gsm rip-stop PVC
• The strongest shape in construction is a triangle – the additional roof braces make a strong triangular structure giving the marquee frame considerable strength.

We believe all of these features make our 4m commercial marquees the most durable and heavy duty structure of their class in the world.

We are always happy to offer more customised advice for your event, please contact us giving a few details of the event you are planning (type of event, space available, number of guests and diagrams/photographs of the site if possible) and we will be more than happy to advise on your options.

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dblo associates architects Clapham, London, have been in operation since 1998. The architectural team encompasses years of experience which means that together they provide a vast range of knowledge and expertise which they bring to each and every one of their projects. Over and above their years of experience which sets them up to be fore-runners within their industry, is their belief that the quality of a person’s surroundings directly influences the quality of that person’s life. This means that whether it’s a public environment, a work environment or our homes, the buildings that we see, work, live and play in, all have influence over our lives.

This may seem like a strange way of looking at it but if we examine this closely, it starts to appear to be quite accurate and realistic. In a recent study, called The Value of Good Design, we learn how buildings and spaces create social and economic value. After a poll was taken in the early 2002, stats and figures were analysed to produce a consist view of how people consider well designed buildings or spaces as having a positive influence over their lives. Apply this to all areas of life and we can see that it is not just our homes which have great importance in our live but so too does our work environment …where we often spend a vast majority of time, sometimes more than we do at home. Having a positive influence on our lives means that not only does the space we surround ourselves with affect our emotional sense of well-being, but it also impact our levels of productivity and physical well-being. It also means that the general value of our life improves and socially the broader community benefits from lower crime rates and better property values. There is no question that the better the environment, the higher the person’s quality of life becomes but we really can extend that to a deeper mind set of well –being and prosperity.

Wouldn’t it be unpleasant to work every day in a space that had no windows to the outdoors? One might feel trapped and engulfed by the workspace. Ergonomically we cannot work well unless the physical set up of the space is suitable to allow us to perform our jobs optimally. Aesthetically, one would naturally function better in a workspace with colour and light than in one without. Similarly, a school would not promote ease of education and learning and pupils would not achieve as highly as those with the benefits of good design. The small things really can have the largest effect on a person’s psyche.

This is what dblo architects Fulham is all about… ensuring that not only are their projects executed with a highest levels of expertise and accuracy but that as a design project, they offer the very best opportunity to explore the lifestyle benefits of quality design. Dblo architects explore the concept of postmodern architecture within their designs, creating buildings and spaces which exceed expectations and creating and enhancing value through design.

Starting a marquee business and buying a marquee isn’t something that should be taken lightly. Much research is needed to ensure that you buy a marquee from a professional, reputable company that has been in the business for many years. There are many companies selling marquees, all offering different ranges, quality, and service. Buying a marquee can be confusing. Let us help you choose which range might be most suitable for your requirements.

Ensure when you purchase a marquee that you end up with exactly what you ordered and that you are satisfied with the quality. Check the finish, quality and durability.

DIY Marquee has a very useful and convenient interactive planner, so you can create your own unique marquee layouts. You can plan exactly what you require, and the planner will assist.

Compare the features and specifications of all their marquees for sale and see why they believe their DIY Marquees are the leading structures of their class in the world.

DIY Marquees is a one stop shop for anyone wanting to start a marquee hire business or own their own marquee. Not only do they sell high quality, durable, all weather marquees and party tents, they also sell a large range of marquee accessories such as:

• Tools
• Lighting
• Marquee Flooring
• Doors
• Tie Downs
• Carry bags & boxes
• Catering partitions
• Gable pieces
• Guttering kits
• Repair kits
• Web design
• Marquee branding
• Spare parts

With all the accessories you may require you will never be in a situation where you will get caught short.

MARQUEE LIGHTING

Marquee Electrical Courses

We have designed our marquee lighting packages to be as simple as possible, simply connect the leads together plug in to the house/extension lead and you’re done. If your customer needs another power supply then an additional extension lead would usually do the job.

This simple system is perfect when you’re starting up a marquee hire business but after a while the jobs will become more intricate and so do the electrics. At this point you need to consider attending training courses.

Our friends at Essential Supplies are running electrical courses aimed at the marquee hire industry:

Event Electrics Course:

Our one day workshop is specifically aimed at those working in the Marquee
& Events industry. We will cover all aspects of the design, installation and testing of temporary electrical systems for events. The course is aimed at those who specify and install such systems but have no formal electrical qualification. We will guide candidates through best practises in installing electrical and lighting systems in temporary structures for events, including how to avoid some common pitfalls and some not so obvious. There will also be plenty of opportunities to get up close and personal with some of our latest products specifically designs for our industry.
This is a non examined course and provides no formal qualification; it is de-signed to provide candidates with an awareness of the issues surrounding electrical systems for temporary events. Candidates will receive a certificate of attendance upon completion and a set of course notes.
Price: £180 + VAT per candidate

Event Lighting Course:

Our one day workshop is specifically aimed at those working within the events industry. We shall cover methods and types of lighting and how to install your system. This is a non examined course and provides no formal qualification; it is de-signed to help candidates with lighting. Candidates will receive a certificate of attendance upon completion.
Price: £180 + VAT per candidate

PAT Testing Course:

The aim of our one day ‘practical’ workshop is to obtain an understanding of why
PAT Testing is necessary and be able to demonstrate safely and accurately all aspects of electrical testing necessary to perform PAT tests on your own or other peoples electrical equipment.

The course is specially designed for those within the events industry, looking at key
Products, unique to the Events World. The testing techniques learnt can be used in any industry. You will be shown how to PAT test a wide range of our products from extension leads to metal light fittings and from simple distribution boards to power tools. To ensure you get the most out of the course we aim to have a maximum of 6 Candidates on each course.
Price: £220 + VAT per candidate

If you have been in the hire industry for a few years and look to be taking the next step up in complexity of marquee bookings then I would recommend attending the Event Electrics Course first with the Event Lighting Course later.

All of your electrics require regular PAT testing, rather than paying an electrician to come in and test them it’s likely a wise investment to train you or a reliable member of staff up as a PAT tester.

At DIY Marquees we always try to promote best practice, we offer help and advice throughout the life of our marquees and in doing so try to ensure our marquee hirers can maintain good standards. Attending training courses like these that are specifically designed towards marquee hirers is good practice for everyone in the industry.