Absolutely. The frames are made from aluminum so they are impervious to rust and corrosion due to salt air and humidity. The tent covers are all constructed of Sunbrella brand outdoor fabric, so they too can weather the weather! The outside roof element is made from Awning grade Sunbrella which is very durable, water repellent, fade resistant, mildew and rot resistant.  All other tent cover components are also made of Sunbrella fabric, but furniture grade for more graceful drape and a nicer hand. 

In some cases no. These are frame tents and they stand securely on their own without the support of stakes or guidelines. However if you are setting your tent up in an open area that could be exposed to wind, we recommend that you stake it for extra stability.

We normally provide the frame and the covers together. If you are an event designer or someone in the industry and happen to have the frame already, we are happy to provide just the tent covers. While most Frame Tent structures are relatively uniform and universal in terms of dimension, we can only guarantee a perfect cover fit when you purchase the frame through us, supplied from our manufacturer.

Not at all. With 2 people, two ladies even, the frame can be assembled in about 20 minutes. You will need a ladder or step ladder. The Tent with all cover elements completely ‘dressed’ usually takes about an hour to an hour and a half, from start to finish. We provide detailed instructions regarding assembly. The tent can be undressed and completely disassembled in about 20 minutes. We recommend you neatly fold the cover pieces to ensure fewer wrinkles the next time you assemble. Of course, any wrinkles from folding or storage will eventually fall out.

The best way to keep Sunbrella brand fabrics looking good is to simply clean them as needed. Rinse off dust and dirt, wipe spills as soon as they occur or spot clean soon after stains occur. For tents that live outside all the time, it is recommended that you give them a good hose down with clear water about once a month, to prevent any dirt from getting too imbedded in the fabric. This monthly maintenance can help avoid more vigorous cleaning. Occasional rainfall will also help keep your tent covers clean.

The side panels made from the furniture grade fabric may be machine-washed in cold water with mild laundry soap, like Dreft or Woolite, and air-dried. Regular laundry detergent will not harm the fabric, but the water-repellent "finish" will be removed sooner or later. Just remember to use cold water and to air dry the fabric when using detergent. Also, after several cleanings you may need to retreat the fabric with a water repellent product, such as 303 High Tech Fabric Guard™ (www.303products.com) to help restore the water repellant finish.

Sunbrella fabrics do not absorb water, and are designed to air dry very quickly.  Therefore, it is never advised to put them in the dryer, as the heat could shrink the fabric.  They usually can air dry in a number of minutes.

For more stubborn stains, Sunbrella fabrics are bleach cleanable. However, most stains on Sunbrella will wash off with a little soap and water. We recommend Dawn brand dish soap. We have also have had great luck (for bird droppings) with just a hose and spray nozzle on high setting. If you catch it before it’s dry, this type of stain will hose right off.  But if the stain persists, bird droppings, roof run-off, acid rain, pollution, rust, tree sap, insect stains or what have you, we can also suggest the following products: an off-the-shelf product such as Goo Gone Grease Cutter (a hand cleaner), Greased Lightning, Clean Rite Purple Power or Release (available through Awning Rejuvenation Systems International in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida; 800.776.5664). Rub product into fabric, allowing penetration. Brush with a soft brush, rinse THOROUGHLY and allow to air dry.

You can visit www.sunbrella.com for more detailed cleaning instructions. As far as storage, please fold the pieces neatly and store in a cool dry area. And make sure all cover pieces are completely dry before you store them. They can be folded and stored flat or hung on strong hangers. The entire tent, (for standard 8’ by 8’ size) all pieces included, will fold up to about the size of a large down comforter.

The price is totally dependent on the style chosen and the level of design detail. The general tent package contains the frame itself, and all hardware and assembly instructions. The cover components include the outside roof, the inside roof, 4 interior pole cover panels, 4 exterior decorative panels, a decorative valance, and panel tiebacks. These are the basic pieces, but there are many design options that can cause the price to vary. In general, most 8’ square tents with frame and cover complete range within a window of $ 2500 to $ 3500.

We require a 50% deposit to begin work on an order and the balance must be paid on delivery.  We accept credit cards but do charge a 3% processing fee.  Checks are also accepted but must clear before any purchases related to your order are processed.

We do not stock any tents.  All Boutique Tents are all totally made to order. Lead-time can be as quick as two weeks but is usually between 4- 6 weeks.

To a degree, every tent that we make is a custom tent. The good news is that we can design literally ANYTHING when it comes to the styles of our Boutique Tents.  We have a collection of nine different valance patterns that we offer to give our clients some ideas about the design possibilities. You are welcome to select one of these nine styles in our collection, or we are happy to work with you to come up with a completely new concept. The details of each tent can be designed to the client’s specifications. Color and trim choices abound so you are guaranteed to have a truly beautiful and unique product that is a reflection of you! Please contact us directly to discuss your design ideas and details. We LOVE to work on custom jobs and will be happy to provide a quote based on your specific design details.

We like to think of our tents outside of the box. They are, of course, a perfect and useful addition poolside and can shelter an outdoor seating area or al fresco dining. But our tents can be indoor elements as well. With a normal peak height of 9 feet, these tents can be set up in any indoor space where the ceilings can accommodate. They are freestanding and when set up indoors, there is no need to stake. These tents can be used to create intimate little pavilions in which to hang out at parties and events. The frame and covers allow for hanging a center chandelier, either votive lit or electrical, so the mood is set! They can also be positioned over a bar or food station area, or any place that you want to emphasize with an ‘architectural’ element. These tents have often been used to create a sense of human scale and intimacy in a very large space by defining smaller areas within that larger volume. No matter how they are used, these tents are guaranteed to be the talk of any gathering and the destination of choice for partygoers!