Period Pavilions™ - Rental Policies

Unless specified otherwise in the contract, Mediaeval Miscellanea will provide a complete well-crafted pavilion in good condition and matching the description in the catalog.  The fabric of the roof and walls meets the toughest national standards for fire resistance (copies of the certificates available upon request).

Discount For Multiple Rentals

We offer discounts for those who rent more than once, or rent more than one pavilion at a time.  Some restrictions apply, but both discounts can be applied at the same time if applicable.  Delivery and setup are neither included nor discounted.

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Rent rebates towards a purchase

If you rent a pavilion from us for an event, and decide to purchase a pavilion by the end of the event, part or all of the rent paid will be credited towards the purchase (the exact amount depends on which pavilion you rented, and which you purchase).  If you decide to buy a pavilion after the event, part of the rent paid for that event will be credited towards the purchase (the exact amount depends on the length of time between the event and the sale, which pavilion you rented and which you purchase).

Security Deposit

A security deposit of half the rent is required, and will be returned when the pavilion is returned to our custody in the same condition it was shipped or delivered, less normal wear, tear and dirt.

Delivery

Delivery/shipping prices vary depending on how many pavilions of which size are to be rented and where they are to be shipped to or delivered at.  We will research the least expensive way to ship or deliver the pavilions wherever desired (most likely UPS hundred-weight).  The exact cost will be quoted, of course, once the pavilions are chosen and before a contract is signed.

Set-Up

The poles and joints are color-coded to aid in set-up, and complete illustrated step-by-step instructions are included with each pavilion delivered or shipped.   The number of people needed for a set-up crew, and the time it will take to set up, is directly dependent on the number and style of pavilions involved and the experience of the set-up crew.  An average is 30-45 minutes per 10' x 20' pavilion or 15-20 minutes per canopy, set up by 3 people.  The first one of any style, of course, will probably take longer, as the crew familiarizes themselves with the routine.  If we are delivering the pavilions, at least one member of our staff, trained in the set-up, will go over the instructions with your set-up crew and, if time permits, will assist with the first set-up to ensure understanding of our frame system.  Additional set-up by one or more members of our staff can often be arranged for.  The cost of this service will vary, depending on how we are delivering the pavilions.  If this service is desired, a firm quote will be made in advance.

Rreserving The Desired Pavilions

All pavilions re subject to prior rental or sale - reserve early, especially during the summer months.  We are happy to put a soft hold on any pavilion, with right of first refusal.  To guarantee the pavilions, we need 2 signed copies of the contract in hand, plus 25% of the total rental price (including shipping, delivery and/or set-up).  We must have an additional 25% of the total price in hand before loading for delivery or packing for shipment.  The check for the security deposit as well as the full balance of the total price is due no later than delivery.

References

We have many repeat customers; some individuals and groups have been renting yearly for 10 years or more.  We are the pavilion suppliers of choice for several Renaissance Faires, when they or one of their merchants need a pavilion.   Most of those who buy a Period Pavilion have rented from us in the past - they know they can rely on us for great value and service.  References are available up on request.

Rental prices do not include delivery or set-up.  Please call to discuss specifics and prices on shipping/delivery, set-up, incomplete pavilions, or multiple rentals.  A week is defined as 7 days or any portion of 7 days.