What is an Arbor?
The arbor is an arch-shaped structure covered with faux flowers, mesh cloths and other decorations. The arched design creates a “tunnel” for decorations to cover, the arbor is sometimes called a “wedding arch”.
Circular Arch with two types of florals and Mesh Cloth
Why use Arches?
In many cultures, an arch suggests initiation and ceremonies of renewal. Walking through an archway represents the sloughing off of the old and moving into a new phase of life. Such a significant moment needs to have a focal point and there is nothing that will anchor the space more than a wedding arch. Just imagine the photo below without the arch. The arch makes such a difference in photograph and in the focal point.
Circular Arch with foliage without Backdrop
How can we help?
Tentage Rental Singapore can provide you with circular arches along with the faux florals and other decorations to make your prefect frame. It is also probably the most photographed decoration of the day. We have a large variety of arch design as well as different coloured theme for our faux flowers.
Champagne Yellow Floral Arch with White Mesh Cloth
We have the standard designs of half filled arches with meshed cloth and two different toned flowers with meshed cloth. If your florist does not provide arches, we can provide them without decorations. We are flexible and everything is customizable to your demands.
Pink Lace Backdrop with White Florals
What is a backdrop?
The definition of backdrop is to creates an imaginary setting or location for a scene using decorated cloth or printed canvas placed at the background. There are many uses for a backdrop including, photoshoot, weddings and performances.
Rectangle Wedding Backdrop with White Florals
Why use Backdrop?
They are mostly used for wedding receptions, solemnization and photobooths. There is no need to splurge for a gorgeous venue on your wedding day. A backdrop is able to create different scenes and ambiences at the same place.
Oriental Printed Backdrop without Arches
What do we provide?
Tentage Rental provides you with the basis to create your ultimate backdrop. We have rectangle arches which can be decorated to floral, minimalistic or wild designs. Circular arches can also be used as a backdrop using foliage or fairy lights.
White and Pink Lace Backdrop for Dais
What is the difference between Arbor and Backdrop?
They are both suitable for events much like weddings and photobooths. Most couples finds a venue with a great scenic view and uses the arch to frame the background.
Places like hotels are a better fit for backdrops to serve as background to enhance your perfect picture.
A tent is a shelter consisting of canvas or other material draped over and attached to a frame structure or attached to a supporting rope.
Tentages have been around since the 16th century and are one of the first few forms of shelter mankind has created. First used as portable homes by nomads and are now more often used for recreational camping and as temporary shelters.
Single Slope Tent
One of the first development of tentages, they are versatile and adjustable in compact spaces.
Sheltering us from the rain and sun, they have a higher and lower side creating a gentle slope naming them Single Slope.
Uses
They can be used as an extended walkway, rain shelters and commonly used for pasar malam as seen everywhere in Singapore!
Single Slope Tents can further be attached to A-Shaped and Dome Tents to extend their length and size.
A-Shaped Tent
These tents are exceedingly popular in Singapore and you can see them almost everywhere!
Resembling the alphabet ‘A’, they forms their classic shape by combining two Single Slope Tents together and creating a budget friendly and functional multipurpose tent.
Uses
They are often used for weddings, ART shelters and construction sites as they are suitable to house large crowds and have a professional structure.
They are used in almost all types of events and can be customized to meet almost all the expectations!
Dome Shaped Tent
A Dome shape tent, also known as a classic tent is seen as a more posh and elegant tent. They are definitely more suitable for massive events and if you have budget to spare, a grand wedding! Although it looks similar to an A shaped tent, there are some key differences between the two. The ceiling of a dome shape tent tends to higher, It gives the impression of a larger and luxurious ceiling. The width that a dome shape tent can accommodate is also much wider than that of an A-shape tent without having pillars in the middle of the tent.
Uses
When talking about the Dome shape tent, planning and managing spaces becomes simple! It provides great coverage without beams in the middle of the tent. Making them a wonderful choice for weddings, events, corporate parties and an all in one solution!
Gazebo Tent
The Gazebo structure is more durable and stable compared to the other pitched models. Making it suitable to withstand most outdoor environment. They have the all famous pointed roof which is recognizable everywhere!
Uses
Recognized by its pointy elegant roof, the Gazebo tent is mainly used for carnivals, bazaars and are highly suitable for packed places. Spruce up your event with these fun and exciting square shaped tents!
Besides choosing the type of tent to use, our tents can also be customised according to your demands. Whether you want a transparent canvas to see up into the starry night or even cloth lining to hide the metal poles of the tent, it can be done to provide a luxurious and executive feel for your corporate or special events.
Planning for an event but still not sure which tent to choose? Enquire with us for more information on tentages and we will do our best to provide you with a suitable tent for your events!
Event planning is a meticulous job and we suggest creating a checklist for every event. Every event is unique, no two events are the same. We are here to help you along the way.
Establish your event essentials
From pre-event to the actual day, things will undoubtedly be chaotic and stressful. Event planning is a meticulous job and we suggest creating a checklist for every event. Whether you are planning a wedding celebration or an Office related event. They both have their specific set of requirements and logistical needs.
Date and Time and Location
Consider the pre-planning phase, contact vendors and communicate on the items needed. Research on venues and have an idea geographically to visualise the placement of your events. We usually recommend starting your prep at least 3 months away. This is to ensure that every vendor is able to meet your requirements for the event and they are able to soft book the dates.
Event Type and Objectives
Are the clients looking to celebrate weddings or birthdays? Communicate with clients to meet expectations and design style. Individuality is to be the goal of the event. It is good to have reference pictures of what you want. This ensures any miscommunication between what you envision and what your vendors provide.
Design and focal point of event
This is the heart of event planning because it includes the event components that impact guests the most. Design the venue in accordance to the client’s expectation to produce the achievable results.
Build your Budget
After establishing your essentials, it is time to calculate the budget your client can offer. Start with the major categories such as, rentals and decorations. It is always better to have some leeway in your budgeting. After confirming all your vendors, always ensure that you are about 10-20% below the budget. This way, you have so allowance in the event you require last minute equipment.
Vendor services and costs
Research on the vendors which provides you with the best service and cost possible. Communicate with your vendors and achieve the desired budget.
Confirm your vendors and date to start
Place all deposits after confirming your vendors and they will be able to reserve the slot on your event day or make arrangements for them to set up early a day or two. After confirming your event. It is good to remind them about your event 1-2 weeks before your big day. Vendors are run by humans as well and they too can forget.
Plan out the decorations
Follow the event schedule, plan out the time needed to put up the decorations and the items needed. Verify the visual elements of the design and work with vendors on the supplies they are able to provide.
Consider the unexpected
Take note on the directions to your event to prevent any delays for deliveries. Make sure the venue has an accessible place for vehicles to unload the items for your event. Often, vendors will charge additional especially if the setup or unloading is very far from your venue. Always ensure that there is a smooth route to your event location.
As one of the vendors, Tentage Rental Singapore will provide the nessecities and execute your event effectively. Work together with us for an enjoyable experience, we have air coolers, tables, chairs, arches, backdrops and tentages. Learn more about the events you can create with the furnishes we provide!
COVID-19 has changed many aspects of Singaporeans’ lives. Whether is it planning for a family, going out for events, having a simple meal in a group or even planning a solemnization or wedding reception. With the current restrictions in place allowing maximum of 100pax with Pre-event testing required, many fellow locals have decided to postpone or cancel their crucial milestone. However there are solutions that need little compromise. We hope to share with you what Many others are doing in Singapore with Micro Weddings.
Micro-Wedding receptions
Trending worldwide and its significant popularity increase, are Micro weddings. They tend to be smaller in size and therefore, more room to decorate and increase the event’s intimacy. Humbled by the pandemic, This is currently the route that most couples are taking to get around the legislative laws required for larger events.
A micro wedding is a small wedding consisting of 50 people or less. The lesser people you invite, the more intimate the event can be. You can make it an exhilaratingly personal event by inviting 20 to 40 people, or you can have a ‘VIP-only’ guest list of 10 loved ones. Given the limited guest list, micro weddings are often hosted at an intimate venue. We will share some possible venue locations below and how you can make your reception one to remember.
gazebo tent with inner lining for an intimate affair
Here are some suggestions to hosting a superb micro wedding:
- Choose a venue with a strict guest capacity. This can take the pressure off you feeling guility about inviting your extended circle of friends. There are many venue locations which only allow up to 30 pax – 50 pax due to fire safety reasons or even due to COVID-19 restrictions. As the laws are changing all the time, it is best to check with the venue owners themselves on the latest rules and regulations.
- With a limited guest list, you raise the curtain on your wedding venue options. Think outside of the box for your intimate location; Exchange vows inside a stunning greenhouse, invite your guests to a well decorated tentage. The venue could also be the the place you met your loved one, got engaged, said “I love you,” or dined at for many date nights. One effective way to narrow the search is to think about your relationship. The options are endless!
Most normal weddings only involve a select few guests such as the couple’s parents, siblings or closest friends. However, if you’re having a micro wedding, depending on the size, you can have them stand and encircle you as you exchange your vows, seat them at one big table at the wedding reception, or have everyone attend the rehearsal dinner. There’s nothing more fulfilling than having the people close to your heart near you and giving them your attention.
- Infuse your love story into your décor. Perhaps there’s a plot of grass or park you used to play when you are younger that can be transformed into a modest yet alluring space with exaggerated florals. A backyard/beach where you noticed your partner can be comfortably converted into an exclusive solemnization with fairy lights and rustic backdrops. We provide AV equipment to live stream the fascinating event for those who are unable to attend as well. Since micro weddings are smaller and significantly cheaper, successively you can make a bigger investment into the decorations. Wedding Decorations are one of the backbone of any event. Get it right and you will leave a lasting memory in everyone’s minds. Whether it is surrounding the venue in a beautiful concoction of Fairy lights, A wedding arch to focus the attention at the altar or even getting creative with seating arrangements, long estate table to seat all your guests making everyone feel like family!
Consider detailing spaces. Create an ambiance stunning enough with simple decors.
From long tables to matching chairs to fairy lights to florals. Key to a stress-free micro wedding is to get all your décor covered. Look for furniture vendors that provide fairy lights or vice versa. Tentages and backdrops are also a great way to exchange your vows which resembles a mini chapel without the budget!
At Tentage Rental Singapore, We are here to help you on this chaotic journey and help you organize your event. While hotel managers can help you on majority of the planning, When organising a Micro-wedding, you are at the helm. We are here to take your mind of the equipment rental which you might need for your special day. Whether it is Tentages with aircon, Wedding arches or a even a fairy light ensemble.
Contact us for more information and we will help guide you through this once in a lifetime event.
What is Antigen Rapid Test (ART)?
The Antigen Rapid Tests (ART) are on-the-spot screening tests. They detect proteins in the virus and deliver results within 15 – 30 minutes and results will be valid for 24 hours at time of test.
What are the uses of ART?
ART is commonly used to diagnose respiratory pathogens, influenza viruses and respiratory syncytial viruses. They are relatively inexpensive and can be used at the point of care.
Singapore uses ART for pre-event testing and companies for their workforces as routine rostered test (RRT). Some countries are further accepting the ART as a Fit-to-Fly certification.
Differences in ART and Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test
The PCR tests the virus itself and considered to be one of the most sensitive test. But the tests are to be done in sophisticated laboratory and results may take up to several days.
Different to PCR, ART finds antigen on the outer surface of the virus. They need not use sophisticated laboratory and can conveniently be done at home or outdoors.
While not as accurate as PCR testing. They provide us with the essential tools to address the pandemic rapidly.
By today, we will be receiving the standard issue ART from our Convid-19 task force.
And to do our part in reducing transmission for mask-off activities. We provide the furnishes needed to make the regular testing more comfortable and effortless.
Our portable tents provides spaces to cater for outdoor events. You can use our tents for weddings, construction, ART shelters and others.
Most companies are playing their part to help and keep us safe from this pandemic.
We too, lend a helping hand by creating spaces combined with facilities to enhance the ART routine.
