What should I buy, 4 x 4 or 4 x 8 Portable Stage Decks?

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The most popular sizes of portable stage decks that we manufacture and sell on a regular basis are 4’ x 4’s or 4 x 8’s. The biggest misconception with potential buyers is they think that 2 each 4 x 4 decks should cost the same price as 1 each 4 x 8 stage deck and, unfortunately, that just is not true and here is why.

The total square footage of 2 each 4 x 4 portable stage decks and 1 each 4 x 8 stage deck is 32 square feet or the same. To make that same 32 square feet with 4 x 4 decks, you are using more parts and more labor to make 2 decks compared to just 1 each 4 x 8 so it just costs more to manufacture. Her is an example of parts needed to make both sizes:

To make 2 each 4 x 4 Portable Stage decks:

•          8 each coffin locks
•          8 each 4’ extrusions frame extrusions
•          8 corners
•          Extra hardware
•          Extra labor to make 2 decks versus 1

To make 1 each 4 x 8  Portable Stage decks:

•          6 each coffin locks
•          2 each 4’ and 2 each 8’ frame extrusions
•          6 corners
•          Less hardware
•          Less labor to make 1 stage deck even if it is larger

So here is what we ask our valued customers when they ask us what they should buy:

•          What is your budget?
•          Are you physically able to handle a 4 x 8 stage deck to get your best value?
•          What about storage?  Do you have room to store 4 x 8 stage decks compared to 4 x 4’s?
•          Do you have limited set up time and need to get your stage set up quickly for every event?
•          If you are portable, are you using a trailer, box truck or smaller truck or van?
•          What about the delivery of your new stage?  Do you have a loading dock or can you help the driver break down and unload the 4 x 8 pallet?  4 x 4 decks will fit on a lift gate, 4 x 8 decks will not because they are too long.
•          Finally and most importantly, what will make things the easiest for you when setting up your stage?

If you use the above as your guide to help you decide what size portable staging you should buy, that should help you with your purchasing decision. One of our friendly staging specialists will always help you answer any questions and can provide you with 2 quotes to compare the price. We encourage you to get both quotes to help you determine what would be the best return on your investment. Best value is not always the lowest price, but rather what will give you the best return on your investment or make your life easier with the setup.

We sell a lot of 4 x 4 portable stage decks because they offer exceptional value, quality and better ease of use compared to the less expensive imported decks you see online with those accordion-style decks. If you prefer a system that will last you for many years, has no loose parts and easier to set up, then you should consider buying Quik Stage portable staging. Quik Stage offers the best long-term value of any portable stage in its class and we sell it factory direct.

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