Questions & answers
Everything you want to know before you rent
Pricing, delivery, quantities and timing for event rentals across Chicago & suburbs. Still curious? Email hello@beyondchiavari.com. Counting chairs or tables? Try the free seating planner or browse quick Chicago answers.

How it works
What is Beyond Chiavari?
Beyond Chiavari is a Chicago-area event rental marketplace. You choose chairs, tables, linens, dinnerware, glassware, tents, lighting and decor in one place, get one itemized quote, and we coordinate the local rental houses that deliver them.
Do I deal with several rental companies?
No. You have one point of contact and one quote. We confirm availability with each vendor, line up delivery windows and handle changes for you.
Can I mix items from different categories?
Yes, that is the point. Add a ceremony chair, a different reception chair, farm tables, linens and glassware to the same quote.
Can I talk to a person before I decide?
Of course. Book a free 15-minute planning call and we will help with quantities, styles and budget.
Pricing & payment
How much do event rentals cost?
Every item lists its per-piece or per-set price, and your quote totals live as you add items. Prices include our coordination, so there is no separate planning fee. Delivery, setup and any venue surcharges are itemized before you confirm.
Is the quote free?
Yes. Quotes are free with no obligation. Nothing is reserved or charged until you approve the final quote.
Is there a deposit?
Most bookings are secured with a deposit once you approve your quote, with the balance due before the event. Exact terms are shown on your quote.
Are there minimum orders?
Some vendors have delivery minimums, especially on weekends. If your order is small we will tell you up front and suggest the most economical option.
Delivery & setup
Where do you deliver?
Chicago and the suburbs, including Evanston, Oak Park, Oak Brook, Schaumburg, Naperville, Wheaton, Aurora, St. Charles, Geneva, Batavia, Elgin and nearby towns. Ask about venues farther out.
Is setup included?
Delivery and pickup are standard. Full setup (placing chairs, dressing tables) is available on most items and is shown as its own line on your quote.
What if my venue has stairs, no elevator or strict load-in times?
Tell us in your quote request. We share venue details with the delivery crew and plan around docks, stairs and time windows so there are no surprises.
When are items picked up?
Usually the night of the event or the next morning, depending on your venue's rules. We confirm the pickup window with you in advance.
Planning & quantities
How far ahead should I book?
For Saturdays from May to October, book 3 to 6 months ahead, especially for tents and popular chairs. Weekday and winter events can often be booked a few weeks out.
How many chairs and tables do I need?
Plan one chair per guest plus 3 to 5 percent extra. A 60-inch round seats 8 to 10, and an 8-foot banquet table seats 8 to 10. Our free planning call will check your floor plan.
Do linens come pressed?
Yes. Linens arrive cleaned and pressed. Return them used; laundering is included.
What if something is damaged?
Normal wear is expected. Breakage or loss is billed at the vendor's replacement cost, and some vendors offer an optional damage waiver, which we will show on your quote.
At a glance
How renting with us works
- Step 1ChooseBrowse rentals or start from a styled look
- Step 2QuoteLive prices and one itemized quote
- Step 3CoordinateWe confirm vendors, dates and delivery
- Step 4Deliver & setDropped off and set at your venue
- Step 5CollectPicked up after the last dance
Free 15-minute planning call
Not sure what you need, or how much?
- Quantities for your guest count and floor plan
- Which chairs, tables and linens suit your venue
- An honest estimate with delivery and setup itemized
