Box 1748 Conway, NH 03818
Phone: (603) 447- 2344 Fax: (603) 447-1777

ROUND END MARQUEES

Absolutely the most beautiful tent standing anywhere! We are very proud of the marquees we build. We were not the first manufacturer to offer the

round end marquee. We waited. It was apparent from their appearance and "feel" that something was not quite right. Upon careful research we learned two things of major importance in regard to the round marquees.

First, it is unnecessary and not authentic to use perimeter poles. There are no contemporary illustrations that show perimeter poles in use until the 1820's. The whole idea behind a Round End Marquee was to maximize space and strength while decreasing the transportable baggage. Only two vertical poles and a ridge are needed.

Second, while most builders have added the perimeter poles, they have done so at the expense of roof angle. Early tents were tall with steeply sloped roofs. This design allows rain to drain quickly, guy lines to be shortened and, most importantly, the tent to withstand tremendous wind loads. ( Tall walls with a shallow roof pitch produces a tent with an airplane wing effect-when the wind blows lift is created which raises the tent off it's poles- with potentially disastrous results. There are no historical examples of these newly designed, flattened roofs.)

Marquees can be found throughout history to have both straight and slanted walls. Apparently, although straight walls can be found during the 18th century, they gained prominence in the early 19th century. Slanted walls are shown in many medieval camp drawings and fairs. The military, in both Europe and America through the French and Indian Wars were, documented as using the slant wall as it took up little more baggage space while giving much more useable floor space.

ROUND END MARQUEE/STRAIGHT WALL

Width/Length	Wall Height	Sunforger	sunforger-flame
10' x 15'	5'6"	$840	$925
10' x 18'	5'6"	$935	$980
13' x 19'	5'6"	$1,020	$1,085
13' x 22'	6'	$1,100	$1,200
13' x 25'	6'	$1,190	$1,290
15' x 21'	6'	$1,200	$1,300
15' x 24'	6'	$1,300	$1,420
15' x 27'	6'	$1,400	$1,550
18' x 27'	6'	$1,550	$1,725
18' x 30'	6'	$1,700	$1,930

ROUND END MARQUEE/SLANT WALL

Width/Length	Wall Height	Sunforger	sunforger-flame
10' x 15'	5'6"	$880	$970
10' x 18'	5'6"	$980	$1,025
13' x 19'	5'6"	$1,070	$1,135
13' x 22'	6'	$1,150	$1,255
13' x 25'	6'	$1,240	$1,350
15' x 21'	6'	$1,255	$1,360
15' x 24'	6'	$1,360	$1,480
15' x 27'	6'	$1,465	$1,620
18' x 27'	6'	$1,620	$1,800
18' x 30'	6'	$1,780	$2,020

These prices are for canvas only and do not include poles, stakes, or ropes. Many customers make their own poles and supply their own stakes and ropes, but we do offer any or all of the items needed for setup. Click on any of the tents listed above to find a listing of accessories.

Please specify Trim Style & Color when ordering.

DETAILS FOR ALL OF THE ABOVE

Our marquee walls are standard with "D" rings and snap hook suspension systems. The walls are hung between the outside scalloped valance and a straight interior valance. This technique hides the modern snaps while making the junction weatherproof.

TENTSMITHS has contracted a supply of WOODEN TOGGLES to replace the steel snaps and "D" rings. These authentic components add greatly to the appearance of the interior of your tent. Contact us if you have an interest in this option.

Mud flaps are standard on all marquees. Doors are a full panel overlap (approx. 34") and are placed in the center of the longest sides. All marquees are built to be suspended from guy lines but will accommodate perimeter poles with no modification necessary.

Slanted walls gain about 18" so footprints of tents are roughly 3' larger. All specifications may be altered for a truly custom tent. Call us and let us know your needs. Prices are for canvas materials only. Poles, ropes and stakes are available separately.

OPTIONS

Roof Vent	$85	Ties at the 1/2 way points	add 4%
Extra Doors	$40 ea.	Segmented Mud Flaps	add 6%
Raised Door 6"	$55
Raised Door 9"	$65

Pole Instructions for Round End Marquees

Setup Instructions