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How To: Calculate Pipe & Drape

Figuring out pipe & drape for your event may be a little daunting. With this tutorial, we hope to make your planning process a little easier!

Here are the parts of a pipe & drape section:

Part Price Measurements Options
A Base $10.90 18”x18”
B Upright $10.90 Extendable from 7’ – 12’

Diameter 2”

Black or Silver
C Crossbar $10.90 Extendable from 6’ – 10’

Diameter 3”

D Drape $6.38 Width: 4’

Height: 8’ or 12’

Black, White, or Navy Blue

 

*The number of drapes you need depends on how much pleating you’d like.

Specialty Drapes Varies Width: varies

Height: varies

Black velour (4’ width x 12’ height; $17.50)

Barn yard (9’ width x 12’ height; $26.50)

Sheer (9’ width x 12’ height; $26.50)

Silver sequin (9’ width x 12’ height; $26.50)

3’ high black banjo (12’ width x 3’ height; $9.00)

How to calculate how much pipe & drape you need:

  1. Draw out the entire width of coverage that you need for the pipe & drape.
    Example:
  2. Divide the total width into sections that are 6’ to 10’ in width (because each crossbar can only extend from 6’ to 10’).
    Example:
  3. Figure out how many drapes you’ll need. The number of drapes that you’ll need will depend on how much pleating or “fullness” you prefer. For reference, we generally recommend 3 panels of drape per 10’ section which will create a slightly pleated look.
  4. Figure out what height you’d like for your drapes – 8’ or 12’.
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  5. Now count all the parts that you need to get a total list of all the items you need for your pipe & drape!
    Example:
    4 x bases
    4 x uprights
    3 x crossbars
    8 x drapes (8’ high, black)
    .
    Example #1: 10’ wide and 12’ height section

    You’ll need:

    • 2 x bases
    • 2 x uprights (black)
    • 1 x crossbar
    • 3 x 12’ drapes (black)
    • Total Rental Cost: $73.64 (before taxes)

    .
    Example #2: 16’ wide and 8’ height section

    You’ll need:

    • 3 x bases
    • 3 x uprights (black)
    • 2 x crossbars
    • 6 x 8’ drapes (black)
    • Total Rental Cost: $125.48 (before taxes)

Of course, if you’re still unsure about determining your pipe & drape needs, you can always give us a call at our office; our sales team will be happy to help. We just need to know (1) the width of each area that you’re looking to cover, (2) the height that you’d like, and (3) the colour of drapes, and we can do the rest!

~ Kim Co

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A & B FAQ’s: Requesting a Quote

A & B gets a lot of quote requests throughout each year.  Our Event Specialist, Angela, will take you through some of the most common customer questions and will offer some tips to make your experience a smooth one.

What is the best way to request a quote?

This really depends on your preference!  You can call our office (604-879-5281), email our general inbox ([email protected]), or submit a quote request through our website.

Keep in mind that we do get a lot of requests.  If your event is within the next five business days, do not submit an online request or send an email.  The fastest way to get a quote or place an order is to call our office and speak with someone directly.

How do I confirm my quote?

You’ll need to call our office to confirm your quote to a reservation.  We require a valid credit card number, expiry date, and CVV code.

What is the difference between a quote and a reservation?

A quote means you just receive pricing on the items and services you are interested in.  All the items you inquired about are subject to availability until you confirm your reservation with a credit card.

A reservation means that the items you need are booked and no one else can reserve them.  Don’t forget: all online submissions and email requests are classified as quotes until you confirm the reservation with our office!

Is your pricing online for a 24-hour period only?

All the pricing listed online is for a 1-to 3-day period.  This means that if your event is on a Wednesday, you can have the rentals from Tuesday to Thursday at the same price.  This is also applicable for weekend rentals from Friday to Monday.

What if I need the rentals for more that 1 day?

We offer weekly and monthly rates for rentals.  If the items are available, you can book an order for an extended period.  The final rate will depend on the length of time for which you need the rentals.

Can I pick-up the order or have it delivered?

If you have a vehicle that can accommodate the rental items, you are welcome to pick up and/or return your order to/from our office Delivery and pick-up services are available during our regular business hours and pricing varies depending on timing and location.

If you are sending an email for a quote or submitting an online quotation request, please indicate if you require a delivery and/or pick-up.  Please include the event address so we can make sure that we quote you the correct pricing.

Do you carry any other inventory aside from other than what’s listed online?

Other than a small selection of disposable resale items like paper napkins and tealights, our entire rental inventory is listed online!  We’re constantly updating our website when new items arrive so check our homepage to see what’s new.  It’s always a good idea to browse through our site to see if we carry what you are looking for before you send an email inquiry.

Do you have any other tips?

The more information you can include in your email or online request, the better!  Providing billing information, event timing, and delivery/pick-up timing and location, will help up put together a comprehensive quote for you.

Once you’ve sent your request in, it may take a few days to hear back depending on the volume of requests that we have received.  We prioritize the requests by event date and will do our best to touch base with you as soon as we can.

If you need to make changes to an existing quote, do not submit a new quote request online since that will just generate a duplicate quote and could lead to errors.  If you are already communicating with one of our Event Specialists, it’s best to email or call them directly.

Occasionally, there may be a technical glitch where we may not have received your request.  If you haven’t heard back in a week, make sure to double-check your junk mail and then follow up with us!

Happy Planning!

~ Angela Cruz

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New Inventory Arrivals

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Summer has arrived in Vancouver and so has our new inventory!  Some of the latest additions include porcelain serving cups, wood platters, and sheer drapes.  Browse our catalogue to check out our new items and more.

B+W Wood Platters: Solid wood nesting platters that work for any occasion 

Porcelain Tall Slanted Cup: Tall porcelain cups prefect for tasting stations

Stainless Steel Chilling Tub: Double walled stainless steel prevents condensation from forming

8 Cup Black Thermos: Sleek thermos that can be used for tea or coffee service

Artisan Bread Basket: Black wire bread baskets provide a clean, modern finish to your family style or buffet dinner

Propane Pot Burner: Upgrade your Summer party with an outdoor seafood boil using our stock pots and pot burner

Burlap Linen Table Runner: Complete your rustic look with a burlap linen table runner

Blue Vintage Linen Napkin: Channel a vintage feel with these blue linen napkins

Round Glass Votive Holder: Save your linens from wax drips with glass votive holders

Rose Gold Chiavari: Make a statement at your next event with on-trend Rose Gold Chiavari chairs

Click on the below image to view our new inventory gallery and contact us directly for more information on any of the feature items!

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Photos from Summer Events

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Summer is one of our busiest event seasons, and this year was no exception! Take a look at some of our recent client events from this summer in the gallery below.

A rustic and elegant backyard wedding in Langley, featuring the following A&B rental items:

  • Coupe China
  • Gold Flatware
  • Gold Charger Plate
  • Riedel Riesling Wine Glass
  • Riedel Champagne Flute
  • 12 oz. Rock Glass
  • 15 oz. Highball Glass
  • White Napkin
  • Vineyard X-Back Chair
  • Harvest Table
  • White Plexi Bar
  • Oak Dance Floor

Vendors: Event Planning by Vaela Weddings & Events, Photography by Povazan Photography, Tent by Phoenix Tent & Event RentalsCatering by Austin Gourmet, Dress by Champagne & Lace

A private birthday function, featuring the following A&B rental items:

  • Coupe China
  • Mirror Flatware
  • 10 oz. Wine Glass
  • 12 oz. Rock Glass
  • Platinum Burlap Linen
  • Silver Chiavari Chair
  • 8×40 King Table
  • Hobnail Votive Holder
  • Natural Linen Napkin

Catering by Savoury City

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Highlights from Dîner en Blanc

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On the evening of August 18th, 6,000 Vancouverites took part in Dîner en Blanc Vancouver at Concord Pacific Place. The chic, all-white outdoor event is in its fifth year in Vancouver and continues to grow in popularity every year. A&B Partytime Rentals had five fully-loaded trucks for the event. Our industry table was organized by LeLe Chan Designs, The Flower Factory, Debut Event Design, and The Cake & The Giraffe.

Our featured rental items for Dîner en Blanc included:

  • Coupe China
  • Oslo Flatware
  • 10 oz. Wine Glasses & 12 oz. Rocks Glasses
  • White Linens & Natural Linen Napkins
  • White Chiavari Chairs
  • White Cake Stands

See behind-the-scenes and highlights from the magical evening by clicking the photo below.

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Top 10 Event Rental Items

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With Vancouver’s most complete event rental inventory, we thought it would be fun to put together a list of our Top 10 Event Rental Items. Can you guess what some of our most popular items are? Some may surprise you! For example, mobile kitchen items like convection ovens. See the full list below, and click on each item for more information.

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Top 10 Event Rental Items

10)  Vineyard X-Back Chairs
9)  6 oz. Champagne Flutes
8)  Convection Ovens
7)  12 oz. Rock Glasses
6)  15 oz. Highball Glasses
5)  White Linens (120”, 90”x132”, 90”x156”)
4)  Cocktail Tables
3)  10 oz. Wine Glasses
2)  Matte Stainless Steel Flatware
1)  Arctic White China

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New Showroom Designs

New Designs

The A&B Partytime Rentals showroom always has new and fresh table designs to get you inspired for your next special event. Take a look at the three different looks we currently have showcased in our showroom.

Harvest Table: Crown Gold Flatware, Gold and Pearl Napkin Rings, and Blue Napkins add elegance to the rustic charm of the Harvest Table and Vineyard X-Back Chairs.

Willow Table: A warm earthy setting with our Willow Burlap Linen and Walnut Chiavari Chairs. This table features our brand new Oslo Fine Polished Stainless Steel Flatware.

Elliptical Table: A bright, fresh, and modern look featuring our Elliptical Linens that pair perfectly with white Bellini Chairs. The table setting’s cool tones include Silver Bead Charger Plates and Mint Satin Napkins.

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Event Photos: #PermanentLove & OpenRoad Audi Grand Opening

#PermanentLove Open House Event

Last week, A&B Partytime Rentals was a sponsor of the #PermanentLove Open House event. Held at the historic Permanent venue in downtown Vancouver, over 400 people attended to check out the stunning space. From table designs, decor, food, and much more, the event showcased some of the industry’s very best. View the gallery below for photos, including the A&B rental items that were featured. (Photography: Butter Studios)

OpenRoad Audi Boundary Grand Opening

OpenRoad recently held their Audi Boundary Grand Opening event. A&B Partytime Rentals provided a variety of rental items for the event, including Couple Plates, Black Cocktail Table Spandex Covers, and Evolution Stoneware. (Photography: Kim Bellavance)

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What’s New in our Event Rental Catalogue

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With Vancouver’s most complete event rental inventory, we are always adding new items to our catalogue. Some of the latest additions include flatware, glassware, chairs, and more.

Oslo Flatware: Sleek and modern fine polished stainless steel flatware.
Premium Wine Glasses: Stemmed red wine glass (15 oz.) and stemmed white wine glass (10 oz.)
Walnut Folding Chair: Our classic folding chair is now available in dark wood with a white padded seat. Ideal for any ceremony or reception.
Serving Platter: Rectangular white serving platter (9″x14″). Pairs perfectly with our new and popular Harvest Tables.

Contact us directly for more information on any of the featured items. To see more of our new event rental inventory, click here.

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What’s New in our Catalogue

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At A&B Partytime Rentals, we are always expanding our event rental inventory. Recent new items in our catalogue include our much-anticipated Harvest Tables, a variety of new linens, and much more. Information and photos below.

Harvest Tables: With a wide wood top, the rectangular harvest style table seats 8-10 people and measures 8″ long x 40″ wide. The table adds rustic charm to any event setting, and pairs perfectly with our Vineyard X-Back Chairs.

Geometric Circle Runners: Fun and bold geometric circle patterned table runner, measuring approximately 14″ wide x 108″ long. Comes in Blush, Platinum, and Black.

New to our specialty tablecloth collection are both the Damask Linens and Elliptical Linens. Both linens come in a variety of colours and sizes.

Stemless Riedel Wine Glass: Stemless Riedel Cab/Merlot wine glass, approximately 21 oz.

Other recent new items in our catalogue include: Plexi Bars, Plexi Podiums, and Bellini Bar Stools.