When hosting a wedding at home, you will need to arrange for items other than a tent to make your ceremony perfect. Make sure to carefully considering your space and the number of guests will help you make the right choices.

Decide on the location for your wedding ceremony. If you plan to have the ceremony outdoors, choose a flat area that handles the number of chairs you need. Remember, you must have a back-up plan if it rains. This may require a secondary tent or indoor space.

No matter your choice, you need chairs for the ceremony. If you have limited space, you may want to consider the width of the chairs and whether they are foldable or stackable. Narrow chairs allow you to seat more guests, and stackable chairs may be faster to clear. Use wider chairs if you have older guests, a small guest list, or substantial space.

Additionally, you will need to arrange for your guests' bathroom needs. You may want to let guests use your indoor facilities. However, the volume of guests you are hosting may make portable bathrooms a better solution.

If you expect dancing at your wedding, you will need to have a dance floor. Consider the size of the dance floor, the material, and whether you want a lighted dance floor. Ask the rental company about the qualities of the different dance floor surfaces and view samples to select a floor that meets your dance preferences.

You will also need to arrange for tables at your reception. The size of the tent, the number of guests, your space, and the size of your dance floor will help you determine the size of your tables. Round tables help facilitate conversation, but you may also want long tables to display a buffet.

Additionally, you may need to arrange for lighting in your reception tent and near the area where the ceremony is performed. Talk to your decorator to decide which options are best. When a bride carefully coordinates the extra rentals to accent an at-home wedding reception, it will help her wedding day become extraordinary.