7 September 2026 · By WeFoldIt
Exhibition stand hire: modular units for indoor and outdoor
Exhibition stand hire with WeFoldIt means a modular stand made of foldable units of 6 x 2.45 m, suitable for indoor and outdoor. Single or double storey, with glass walls or a stretch tent, and fully branded for brand activation. Ten units fit on one truck, and the setup is fast. Hiring pays off when you need a different layout for every trade fair.
For exhibitors, brands and event agencies the core question is usually the same: how do I quickly get a representative stand that stands out, without commissioning an expensive one-off stand build. With foldable units you build a stand that can have a different shape and branding for each fair. You choose the size in steps of 6 x 2.45 m, one or two storeys, and the finish that suits the brand.
The recommendation: hire when you attend changing fairs or do not yet have a fixed stand formula. Request a proposal without obligation via the enquiry form on wefoldit.nl, and we will calculate the setup for your fair.
What you get when you hire an exhibition stand
You hire one or more foldable units of 6 x 2.45 m that together form the stand surface. The units can be combined into a single or double storey layout and work both on the exhibition floor and outdoors.
The base is always the same unit, the appearance is not. You choose glass walls for an open, transparent stand or a stretch tent for a luxurious look. A double storey layout with a roof terrace and staircase provides space for reception upstairs and presentation downstairs.
Possible arrangements at a trade fair:
- Open exhibition stand with glass walls for product presentation
- Double storey unit with roof terrace for guests and conversations
- Foldable bar or merchandise unit within the stand
- Separate production or storage space behind the stand wall
Why modular, foldable units are handy at a trade fair
Foldable units are logistically favourable because ten of them fit on one truck. That saves transport trips and makes the on-site setup predictable.
The modular principle means you adapt the stand to the exhibition floor you are allocated. A corner stand, an island stand or a long wall each requires a different combination of units. Because the units come in steps of 6 x 2.45 m, the layout fits the assigned metres.
For a next fair you build a different shape with the same units. You do not pay again for a stand that disappears into a container after a single use.
How fast a hired exhibition stand is up
The units unfold and are therefore set up quickly. A folded unit is compact for transport and unfolds on site to full size.
The exact setup time depends on the number of units, the number of storeys and the finish. A single storey stand of a few units is up faster than a double storey layout with a roof terrace and staircase. We plan the setup around the opening hours of the exhibition hall, so the stand is ready on time.
How branding works on a hired unit
The units are fully brandable, so the stand carries the colours, the logo and the message of the brand. That turns a neutral unit into a recognisable brand environment for brand activation.
Branding goes beyond a banner. The walls, the bar and the upper storey can be finished in the corporate identity. For brands that appear at several fairs, the finish can be adapted to the campaign each time.
Hiring or traditional stand building: when what
Hiring suits changing fairs and a short usage period each time. Traditional stand building suits a fixed, annually recurring stand formula that you want to own yourself.
The difference lies in reusability and logistics. A hired foldable stand returns to us after the fair, so you do not arrange storage. A custom-built stand is designed once and requires storage and maintenance between fairs.
| Aspect | Exhibition stand hire (foldable units) | Traditional stand building |
|---|---|---|
| Shape per fair | Adaptable with the same units | One-off design |
| Transport | 10 units per truck | Depends on the design |
| Storage between fairs | At WeFoldIt | Arrange yourself |
| Storeys | Single or double storey with roof terrace | Custom |
| Branding | Fully branded, changeable per fair | Fixed in the design |
| Indoor and outdoor | Both | Usually indoor |
Checklist for your enquiry
With this information we create a targeted proposal. The more complete it is, the better the setup matches your fair.
- Name, location and date of the fair
- Assigned stand surface and stand type (corner, island, wall)
- Indoor or outdoor
- Single or double storey, with or without roof terrace
- Glass walls or stretch tent
- Desired branding and corporate identity
- Extra functions: bar, merchandise, production or storage space
Frequently asked questions
What does it cost to hire an exhibition stand?
The price depends on the number of units, the number of storeys, the finish and the branding. We calculate the setup for your fair and provide a tailored proposal via the enquiry form.
How long does the setup take?
That depends on the number of units and whether the stand is single or double storey. Because the units unfold, the setup is faster than with separate stand building. We plan around the hall's opening hours.
Can I determine the layout myself?
Yes. You choose the size in steps of 6 x 2.45 m, one or two storeys, glass walls or a stretch tent, and the branding. We help think through the layout that suits your stand metres.
Do the units also work outdoors?
Yes, the foldable units are suitable for indoor exhibition floors and for outdoor fairs. A stretch tent gives a luxurious look outdoors.
Can the stand make my brand stand out?
The units are fully brandable for brand activation. Walls, bar and upper storey can be finished in your corporate identity, adaptable to the campaign per fair.
Request a proposal without obligation
Would you like to know how a hired exhibition stand looks for your fair? Provide the location, the date and your stand metres via the enquiry form on wefoldit.nl. We will calculate the setup and get back to you with a proposal.
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