RENTAL BASICS

Whether you are an event professional or an individual planning a backyard party, renting equipment can be confusing. At CER, our job is to make things easy for our clients. When planning your event, you can either present your complete vision to us or visit our showroom for inspiration. We are a complete resource for bringing your ideas to life. Our consultants can help you create your dream party and will be there for you every step of the way. No two rental jobs are alike, but the following general advice on various aspects of party planning can be universally applied. Should you not find the information you need, or if you have any questions, please call your our office to speak with a consultant.

TENTS TOP

CER can provide you with tents ranging from ten foot canopies to amphitheatre sized superstructures. If your party requires tenting, a consultant will visit the site in order to make recommendations for tent size and type. They will determine if flooring is needed, locations of entrances and exits, and how everything should fit together. We also provide diagramming services to help you visualize how the tent will fit the space, and how the interior will be laid out.

Before choosing a tent, you should finalize your guest count, since that number will determine the size of your tent. Visit our Tables Space Diagram to see how many square feet each type of table requires and how many people each table seats. In addition to the guest seating, you will also need space for entertainers, bars, buffet tables, lighting, heaters, and other optional features.

Once the basics have been accounted for, you can choose from a variety of upgrades to make your tent more comfortable and elegant. Air conditioning, heating, specialty lighting, swaging, tent windows and a variety of other extras can be added to make your party beautifully unique.
 

TABLES TOP

Guests at any event spend most of their time at the table, making it the most important canvas for elaborate design. Once you have decided on a number of guests, you should reserve the amount of tables necessary for seating, food service, and other uses like registration or coat check. We have tables in every shape and size; including round, square, rectangular, serpentine and half circles. Our consultants will help you choose the necessary amount of tables and the appropriate placement. A diagram of the layout will be created to illustrate both the logistics and the aesthetics of your event.

LINENS TOP

Linens can be dark, light, patterned and textured. Your linen choice will greatly affect the mood and tone of your party almost as much as the lighting. We carry basic Poly-cotton Tablecloths in a variety of colors and a seasonally updated selection of over 300 beautiful Specialty Linens. If our linen selection doesn't include the perfect cloth, we are happy to create custom linen either from fabric you find, or from fabric we source for you. Visit the Tables section to see what types of linens you will need, or visit our Specialty Linens page, pick a fabric, and let us do the rest.

TABLE SETTINGS TOP

10 china patterns, 8 glassware lines, 8 flatware options and a variety of serving pieces provide amazing versatility to our events' presentations. Call to set up an appointment to visit the CER showroom or select products from our catalogue for a custom demonstration. Besides style, the key to choosing your china, glassware, and flatware is to rent the tableware that fits your menu: champagne glasses if you will be toasting, bouillon spoons for soup, and plates for every course. In most cases, your caterer will advise you on the specifics.

CHAIRS TOP

The perfect chair is a balance of comfort and style. Most rental chairs possess one quality more than the other, but several of our more exquisite items are both equally comfortable and attractive.

CATERING EQUIPMENT TOP

If you are renting Kitchen Equipment, you probably have a professional caterer who will tell you exactly what they need or will deal with the rental company directly. If you are planning your own event and renting Kitchen Equipment, it is important to note the power requirements (whether the item is gas, electric, or charcoal powered) and to order the appropriate support equipment. A consultant will ensure you receive all of the parts necessary to keep things goings throughout the event.

DANCE FLOORS AND STAGING TOP

Both Stages and Dance Floors are rented in the same way: they are actually made up of several convenient sized pieces that we assemble on-site. If you refer to the Staging and Dance Floor sections, you can find charts that help you determine how many square feet of each you will need depending on what your entertainers have requested and how many guests you have.
 

LIGHTING & POWER

Our professional in-house lighting staff can add the finishing touch to you event. Working with your sales consultant, our team will develop a lighting design to fit the style and ambiance of your party. From Chinese lanterns to projected pattern on the dance floor, the lights and effects will be sure to dazzle your guests. We can even procure special items if what you request is outside of our huge selection. If you have any other questions, please contact us by phone or e-mail.

PLANNING SERVICES TOP

For larger events that require the collaboration of many vendors (the florist, caterer, rental company, entertainers, etc.), you will want to invest in a diagram of your event. Our internal diagramming department can create a  representation of your event space that is helpful to all parties.