Whether you are going on a camping holiday or entertaining friends at home, a good event shelter is a must have. It can provide a cool shaded area for a birthday lunch or family BBQ.
Having a good event shelter can ensure that your party goes on smoothly even in the worst weather conditions. Here are some of the features that you should look for when choosing one.
Durability
A good event shelter should be durable enough to withstand the elements. It should be made from a strong and sturdy material such as aluminum or galvanized steel. It should also be weatherproofed by a coating that wards off moisture and rain. It should also be made from a high-quality fabric that will stand up to UV rays.
The most durable of the tents on our list is the Coleman Event Shelter – it has all of the features you need to make an outdoor event a success. The big one-way valve in the roof means that the tent should be able to keep out all of those nasty downpours while a PU coating on the flysheet should help to prevent water from seeping through. There are even vent flaps in the ceiling which is a good way to let the breeze pass through and cool off during hotter weather. The Coleman Event Shelter is also a great all round camping gazebo with lots of other useful accessories to make it a versatile all-rounder.
Weatherproofing
Weatherproofing is a crucial feature of a good event shelter. It helps minimize the impact of harsh elements on your event – reducing downpours, hot weather, and other natural conditions that could otherwise ruin your day.
A great way to weatherproof your canopy is with Coleman UV Guard protection fabric that provides SPF 50. This fabric is certified by laboratory testing to protect from the sun's harmful rays.
A sturdy foot and pole connector equipped with the Coleman canopy event shelter make it easy to assemble, making it perfect for a wide range of surfaces including uneven, sand, split, concrete or grass. The shelter also comes with pre-attached guy lines and ground stakes for added stability. In addition, ABC Canopy offers a weight bag set that is perfect for anchoring your canopy on any surface. This weight bag is made from 1680 denier polyester and can hold 20-25 pounds of sand, rock or dirt. It's also extremely strong and durable.
Lightweight
A good event shelter will be lightweight and compact, allowing you to easily pack it away in a small space. These can be particularly handy for camping holidays, or weekend gardens where space is limited.
A well designed event shelter will also have some clever features that make it a real standout from the crowd. Some examples include:
Firstly, some event shelters have built in roof vent flaps to allow a breeze to pass through the roof and release heat. This feature can help keep you cooler during a hot summer’s day, or even on a windy winter’s night!
Another feature to look for is UV protection, especially in the fabric that covers the floor. This helps protect you and your family from the sun’s harmful rays, which is particularly important in the UK! Finally, some event shelters are designed with ground stakes and anchor ropes to keep it stable, especially during heavy windy weather.
Versatility
A good event shelter can be versatile for a variety of purposes. It can accommodate different sizes and numbers of people, and it can be set up and disassembled quickly and easily. It can also offer protection from harsh weather conditions, including rain and snow.
It can be used for camping trips and sporting events, or it can be a temporary structure at an outdoor market or fair. It can be anchored to concrete, gravel or other surfaces by the use of stakes and weight bags.
It can be made from fabric, metal, or polyethylene. It can be shaped to fit any space, and it can be topped with a fabric canopy or a vinyl tent roof. It can also be walled to provide additional shade or protection from the elements. It can also be branded with a logo and banners to help promote your business. It is a great option for businesses that want to create a unique environment at an event or outdoor market.