Banquet Chairs
If you are planning an event where your guests will be seated for an extended period of time, be sure to choose your banquet chairs carefully. There is nothing worst for your guests than having to sit in uncomfortable chairs for an entire evening. When going out to look for your rentals or purchases, you have to keep in mind your budget, as well as comfort.
If you have a small budget, metal folding banquet chairs are the least expensive. They may not be the nicest looking or the most comfortable, but they can be made to look as impressive as you want them to with a little adjusting. They are also easy to transport because they are foldable and stackable.
The next category of banquet chairs that will not crush your budget, are metal framed chairs with plastic seats and backs, whether you are renting or buying. The comfort level is increased compared to the cheaper all-metal folding chairs, because the seats and backs are flexible and contour the body. They are more lightweight than the all-metal ones and are also foldable. Set-up is easier with this type of banquet chairs because of that.
There also high-end folding banquet chairs available that are made of wood or resin. The wooden chairs often have padded seats. The comfort level is again elevated from the previous metal folding chairs. These chairs are also more attractive than the previous ones, but again, are going to take a larger chunk out of your budget. Depending on the type of event you are planning, sometimes spending a little extra makes it worthwhile.
Last but not least (for both your pocket-book and comfort level) are the stackable banquet chairs. They come in a large variety of fabrics. They are usually padded, upholstered and are larger than folding chairs. That makes them the most comfortable of all your choices. Just remember that, if you are serving food, the material on the chairs should be dark. These chairs, although more comfortable, because they are large in size, also take more storage space.
All the above banquet chairs are available as both rentals and for purchase. Check your budget and your storage space before making any decision.