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Testing methodology
Every recommendation on EventCriteria follows the same process, so you can compare pages with confidence.
Sized for your guest count
Every guide works from guest numbers and room size to the quantities and dimensions you need.
A clear verdict
Each guide says who the supply suits, who should look elsewhere, and what to check before you buy.
No paid placements
Brands cannot buy a review or a spot on a list. Partner codes save you money; they never decide what we recommend.
Kept current
Prices are dated, codes are updated across the site at once, and pages are revised when a product, standard or rule changes.
Where our facts come from
We use manufacturer dimensions and spec sheets, rental-industry table and linen sizing conventions, tent manufacturer occupancy guidance, and fire-safety ratings such as NFPA 701 for fabrics and CPAI-84 for tents.
What we check, by product type
| Decor kits | Piece counts, balloon sizes, finished dimensions, frame material and setup time. |
|---|---|
| Linens | Fabric, dimensions against standard table sizes, drop length, wrinkle resistance and washability. |
| Lighting | Power source, run time, brightness, color options and outdoor rating. |
| Sound | Rated output, battery life, inputs, wireless mic support and weight. |
| Tents and canopies | Dimensions, frame, fabric fire rating, wind guidance and anchoring needs. |
Hands-on testing versus research
A review carries a "Hands-on tested" badge only when our team has used the product, and it lists the date and what we did. Every other page is built from published specs, governing-body rules, the brand's own documentation and owner feedback, and says so. Comparisons are research-based unless marked otherwise.
Prices and codes
Prices come from each brand's own store and are dated on every review. Reader codes come directly from the brands we partner with. When a brand changes an offer, we update the code everywhere it appears on the site at once.
Corrections
If you spot something out of date, email info@eventcriteria.com and we'll check it and fix it.