Blog posts tagged with 'party rental'

We’ve carried a 4ft x 24” plastic folding table for a number of years now. All of our rectangle plastic folding tables with the exception of our 4ft table were 30 inches wide but due to table mold limitations, we weren’t able to get manufacturing rights for a 4ft x 30 inch plastic folding table. I’m sure some of you have noticed that our 4ft x 24” tables have been placed on sale for the past few months – and that is for a very good reason – we officially have 4ft x 30” plastic folding tables in stock!

Available in both our Toronto area warehouses and Vancouver warehouses, our 4ft x 30” plastic folding tables have the same commercial grade strength that our other tables have. Durable and strong, the top is made of light-grey high-density resin with the legs powder-coated grey and made of 17 gauge (1.4mm) steel tubing. They can be used indoors or outdoors and you have the peace of mind knowing there is a 2 year warranty against material or manufacturing defects.

Chiavari chairs come with either a fabric cushion, vinyl cushion or vinyl plywood base cushion to make the chair more comfortable for seating. They come in black, white and ivory colours. The vinyl chiavari chair cushions have Velcro tabs to secure the cushion from slipping and a zipper at the back to take the cover off for cleaning.

Yesterday I tested out ScotchGard Fabric and Upholstery Protector on Fabric Chiavari Chair Cushions. Today I’m going to test a Rust-Oleum product called Never Wet Outdoor Fabric Protector on our vinyl chiavari chair cushions. I chose this product instead of ScotchGard because ScotchGard’s Fabric and Upholstery Protector is specifically not good on plastic, suede, leather and carpet. Never Wet is supposed to work on plastic, suede, leather and carpet. Below are the steps I took to test the product along with my results!

For a baseline – here’s what red wine looks like when it is spilt on a vinyl chiavari chair cushion that has not been treated with any protector:

1. Purchase Rust-Oleum Never Wet Outdoor Fabric Protector.

I went to Home Depot to purchase this but Canadian Tire would also have it.

2. Found a box to protect the area around the cushion.

3. Found a new, never been used, clean white vinyl cushion

4. Tested the spray to get a feel for the pattern

5. Sprayed the cushion with Never Wet 12” – 16” away, making sure no pooling occurs

6. Allowed to dry for 24hrs.

7. Spilt red wine on the cushion

8. Left a very faint stain

9. Took a small bit of goo gone to the stain – and it’s all gone.

At this point I think I would leave it up to a party rental company whether they choose to treat their vinyl cushions or not. The pros of this method include the stain can successfully be removed. The cons of this method include the cost for labour and the Never Wet, and the wait time associated with drying.

Chiavari chairs come with either a fabric cushion, vinyl cushion or vinyl plywood base cushion to make the chair more comfortable for seating. They come in black, white and ivory colours. The fabric chiavari chair cushions have Velcro tabs to secure the cushion from slipping and a zipper at the back to take the cover off for cleaning.

One issue that party rental companies (and any other company that owns chiavari chairs for that matter) face with fabric chiavari chair cushions is staining. While fabric cushions can be taken off and washed, there always comes a time when a party rental will encounter a set in stain that just won’t budge. And, there’s also the pain of putting the fabric cover back on the cushion – not as easy as it sounds. Because this is an issue faced, I brainstormed how to prevent stains from occurring in the first place and thought I would test out ScotchGard Fabric and Upholstery Protector on the cushions. Below are the steps I took to test the product along with my results!

For a baseline – here’s what coffee looks like when it is spilt on a fabric chiavari chair cushion that has not been treated with any protector:

1. Purchase ScotchGard Fabric & Upholstery Protector.

I went to Home Depot to purchase this but Canadian Tire would also have it.

2. Found a box to protect the area around the cushion.

3. Found a new, never been used, clean white fabric cushion.

4. Shake the spray can

5. Spray the cushion with Scotchgard 6” away, overlapping the spray in a slow sweeping motion

6. Allowed to dry for 6hrs.

7. Spill coffee on the cushion

8. Left a Small Stain – but repelled almost all of the coffee

9. Sprayed remaining (unstained area) with another coat of scotchgard and let sit overnight

10. Spilt coffee on the area coated with 2 coats of Scotchgard

11. Here’s what the cushion looks like after the coffee is mopped up off the area with 2 coats of Scotchgard

There is a very faint stain on the area covered with 2 coats of ScotchGard but it is much less invasive then the untreated fabric or fabric treated with 1 coat of ScotchGard.

At this point I think I would leave it up to a party rental company whether they choose to ScotchGard their fabric cushions or not. The pros of this method include the stain is way less noticeable and doesn’t seep into the cushion insert. The cons of this method include the cost for labour and the ScotchGard, the wait time associated with drying and it doesn’t protect the fabric enough to prevent washing.

I plan on doing a subsequent test next week by washing this cover to see whether Scotchgarding the stain means it is easier to wash out then the untreated fabric. Check back for the update!

When you need tablecloths for banquet weddings or in upscale dining establishments, there’s generally two different options that venues consider: polyester tablecloths or spun polyester tablecloths. They sound so similar yet are quite different in their weight and feel as well as how they’re often used. Spun polyester tablecloths are often used as an overlay while polyester tablecloths are often used as a base layer tablecloth – though they can also be used as a stand-alone tablecloth. Here is the difference between the two kinds of tablecloths:

Spun Polyester Tablecloths:

• Blend of the durability of polyester with the look and feel of cotton
• Thicker fabric
• Machine washable
• Fold over hem
• Has a better drape than polyester
• Perfect for upscale events or a more refined dining atmosphere
• Stain resistant
• 220 GSM fabric
• Available in white and black
• More expensive then 100% polyester tablecloths but their enhanced aesthetic and tactile qualities often justify the investment.

Polyester Tablecloths

• Lacks the softness of more natural fabrics
• Staple due to their affordability
• Thinner fabric
• Surged hem
• Known for their durability
• Easy to clean - simple machine wash
• Stain resistant
• 180 GSM fabric
• Available in white, ivory, black and in some sizes navy blue & gray
• Less expensive than 100% spun polyester tablecloths

Ultimately, the choice between polyester and spun polyester tablecloths hinges on your specific needs and preferences. If budget and ease of maintenance are your primary concerns, standard polyester tablecloths are a practical option. However, if you’re aiming for a more elegant presentation with the added benefit of durability, spun polyester is the way to go. Take your dining experience or event aesthetic to the next level by choosing the right tablecloth that complements your style and meets your functional requirements. Check out our tablecloths category to explore our wide selection of polyester and spun polyester tablecloths and find the perfect match for your next event!

We’ve been adding to our event and restaurant tablecloths over the past year and a half to increase our wholesale tablecloth inventory. We started off with spandex and polyester tablecloths, table skirts, added polyester fitted tablecloths and expanded our spandex cocktail tablecloth colours and recently added wedding chair covers in the form of polyester banquet chair covers and spandex folding chair covers. I’m pleased to announce that we’ve now added 100% spun polyester tablecloths and napkins to our inventory.

These new event and restaurant tablecloths are soft cotton-like tablecloths with the durability of polyester. These cotton-feel tablecloths feature a fold over hem and are wrinkle resistant and stain resistant 220 GSM spun polyester.

They are available in the following sizes and colours:

• 45” x 45” square spun polyester tablecloths – white - $13.15 CDN each
• 54” x 54” square spun polyester tablecloths – white - $14.25 CDN each
• 70” x 70” square spun polyester tablecloths – white - $20.85 CDN each
• 90” x 90” square spun polyester tablecloths – white - $36.25 CDN each

We also brought in spun polyester napkins as some party rental companies prefer the feel of a spun polyester napkin instead of a polyester napkin. These napkins feature a fold over hem and are wrinkle resistant and stain resistant 220 GSM spun polyester.

• 20” x 20” spun polyester napkin – black - $1.82 each
• 20” x 20” spun polyester napkin – white - $1.82 each

All of these spun polyester linens are machine washable.