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Throw an Unforgettable Outdoor Event | DIY Marquees
Posted by admin in DIY Marquees on March 4, 2024
Are you planning an outdoor event like a wedding, party, or corporate function? Why rent an expensive marquee when you can create a stunning outdoor space yourself with a DIY marquee kit from DIY Marquees UK? Our high-quality marquee kits allow you to set up a beautiful marquee in your own backyard or event venue with ease.
Building your own marquee comes with a range of benefits. When you build your own marquee, you have complete control over the size, layout, and design. You can customise your marquee to your exact requirements. Buying a marquee from DIY marquees is also more cost effective than hiring a marquee. You can create your ideal venue while staying on budget, and get continued use year on year. Since you own the marquee, you can reuse it for future events because marquees from DIY Marquees are durable and built to last. They are easy to build and come with simple instructions to assist you.
The true beauty of a DIY marquee is you can customise every detail to fit your event’s colour scheme and theme. Once you have your marquee from DIY Marquees built and ready to use, the fun really begins. Our marquees are customisable and easy to decorate. You can buy linings for any part of your marquee from our wide range of high-quality fabric linings. Our linings are flame retardant, machine washable and easy to install, and are just what you need to elevate your venue. You can also add a personalised archway entrance, raised staging area, or bar units.
Wondering how to heat your marquee? We provide convenient, safe and highly effective heating packages for hire, should your event require it. We know how cold a marquee can be in winter, but our marquee heaters allow you to host your dream event without compromising on comfort.
Our website has all the advice you could need to help you to host your dream event with DIY Marquees. Our guides can help you choose what you need.
Don’t settle for an expensive marquee rental that limits your options. With a DIY marquee kit from DIY Marquees, you can affordably build the perfect outdoor space for making memories at your next event.
Browse our marquee collections online today and get ready to take your event to another level! Installation video guides and marquee raising services are available for extra convenience.
9x9m Traditional DIY Marquees
Posted by admin in DIY Marquees on October 4, 2023
A marquee is undoubtably the smartest event venue. A marquee can be a venue for all reasons, in all seasons which is one of the main reasons why people across the UK choose to invest in a marquee as a solution to their venue or catering needs. What is quite common this time of year, is seasonal weather changes, excellent quality marquees are guaranteed to withstand any weather considerations while being particularly practical for anyone in business and in the market for a purpose-specific Traditional DIY Marquee. Using the DIY Marquee buyers guide along with the interactive planner buyers can experiment with designs and layouts to suit their needs before they put any pennies down. DIY Marquees offer a simple and interesting alternative to the common indoor venues while offering far more flexibility.
The 9x9m traditional DIY marquees, is a highly recommended 4-season marquee which is strong under almost any weather condition. Other aspects which contribute to the strength of DIY Traditional marquees are the high quality PVC material and the use of high-frequency welding to seal the joins, rather than stitching which might lead to unwanted wear and tear of the material should the marquee come under strain. This also contributes to the weather-proofing of the marquees which is ideal for the wet UK climate.
Marquees are adaptable, functional, multi-purpose and can be dressed up or down, depending on the tone of the event. Add a red carpet or a glittering chandelier and your marquee is transformed into a fairy wonderland. Add a heater and some closed panels and your marquee becomes the coziest spot in town during the crisp winter months. Separate your main marquee dining area from the catering area to create separation between preparation areas and serving areas offering a bespoke and unique dining out event. And while the dance floor hots up, caterers can clean away without disturbing the event so that you can party the night away.
DIY marquees offer marquee flooring packages are designed to be an easy lay, upgrading the look and feel of your marquee venue by using a new carpet, available in a variety of party-suitable colours. Wach package comes with a non-breathable underlay, to be placed underneath the carpet to prevent a build-up of condensation during your event since grass gives off water vapour if not covered. Marquee flooring is secured in place with nails which are included in the package.
DIY Marquee carpet packages include:
- One (or more) 2m wide rolls of carpet in red, green or honey beige
- Waterproof underlay (may require folding to fit your size of marquee)
- 6″ nails, hammer, cutting knife and tool belt
- Instructions (as with all DIY Marquee products)
Watch the marquee flooring video to see how easy it is to do.
Other strength enhancing features include eave braces and gable uprights which support the marquee under hard-wearing conditions, ensuring that the DIY marquee and Duracoretex™ PVC are well supported during any event.
Look No Further than DIY Marquees for the Perfect Wedding Marquee
Posted by admin in DIY Marquees on October 4, 2023
Looking for the perfect marquee option for your party? DIY Marquees have been in the business of providing marquees for long enough to know all the ins and outs of their marquees and are definitely experts in the industry. This is why they are the perfect company to get help from if you do not know where to begin! Trying to understand what is involved when it comes to putting up a marquee, what additions you could have or what size is most suitable for your event?
It can be confusing with all the various marquee jargon and terminology used in the marquee industry. It can be even more confusing when some suppliers look to actively confuse potential customers. DIY Marquees will guide you in your decision making, especially if you are looking at purchasing a PVC Marquee. Here we explain in detail what is a PVC Marquee?
A marquee has a special charm about it when it comes to celebrating events such as weddings, bar mitzvah or year-end functions; they provide a lot of capacity for tailor-making the look and feel of your marquee, especially chosen to suit your particular needs. Perhaps there are times of the year when the UK weather does not really favour a marquee as a venue however there are many safety features which ensure that the marquee will stand solid and keep the cold and the rain out.
Check out the extensive selection of marquee packages for sale suitable for anyone planning a wedding – DIY Marquees are more than happy to tailor packages specifically for your requirements.
Tips for Wedding Marquees:
This is in addition to marquee wedding articles written by us for confetti.co.uk
Furniture:
- Unlike marquees furniture is usually too expensive to buy so hiring is the usual solution
- Use 5ft 6inch round tables to seat 10 people not 5ft ones (which can be cramped with 10 guests)
- Use a mixture of smaller tables to create an informal atmosphere (see this article on seating)
- Use a long top table for a traditional feel. It would normally be positioned against one side of the marquee.
- Use a round top table for a more social and informal atmosphere. It would normally be positioned in the middle of the marquees with other guests all around.
- Use an oval top table for a more sociable option to a long top table. It would normally be positioned against one side of the marquee with seating on three sides leaving the front clear for guests to see the happy couple.
- Remember an easel for table plans (or two for larger functions)
- Allow somewhere for ladies to put their hats, either a table or clips around the side of the marquee
- Allow somewhere to put wedding presents (a table in the marquee or in the house)
Dance Floors:
- Like furniture dance floors can be prohibitively expensive to purchase to hiring or making yourself (18mm plywood screwed to battens and stained) are the most common solutions
- Alternatively if your marquee is to cover part of a patio or decking area that can be used as a dance floor
- Do you want dancing to be the centre of attention after the meal (in which case have it in the middle of the marquee) or do you want to have an area for people to sit away from the dancing? (in which case have the dance floor at one end)
- If the dance floor is in the middle it is often sensible to position the top table on the dance floor and then clear after using (top tables are rarely used after the meal as everyone is circulating)
- A dance floor (without top table on) makes an ideal emergency greeting area in poor weather
Other:
- Set the marquee up several days in advance and test the lighting and heating (if applicable) at the time of your function just to make sure both are sufficient.
- People (mainly blokes) will always congregate around the bar. For this reason always position it near the evenings entertainment to avoid having two parties. Always aim to keep everyone in one place to maintain the atmosphere so avoid putting the bar in the house or a separate marquee
- Always have lighting on a dimmer, this gives you the flexibility to supply lighting to eat by and mood lighting to dance by
- In October to April you will need to heat the marquee (see this article on heating your marquee)- have the heating on for an hour before people arrive to ensure they walk in to a wall of warmth
- In May to September you might need a heater just to take the chill off in the seating area later in the evening
- Think of how your guests will arrive – a simple path of carpet with flower pots makes an attractive and inviting entrance to the marquee
- Think of how your guests will leave – it’s likely to be dark so some form of lighting will be needed to guide people back to their cars
- You would normally allow one toilet per 40-50 guests. If you don’t have enough available then consider hiring in a luxury toilet unit
- Give neighbours plenty of notice especially if you plan on partying until the early hours
- Notify the police, it may sound extreme but it allows them to give informed responses (such as finishing time) to any complaint rather than come knocking on your door
A Marquee Imparts a Unique Allure
Posted by admin in DIY Marquees on September 5, 2023
There’s no doubt that a marquee imparts a unique allure with the power to elevate any occasion to an occasion to remember. A marquee offers a certain elegance for both daylight and after dark events, while offering adaptability to suit the needs of any function. The mere mention of a marquee evokes thoughts of the charm it can bring to any event. It offers a fresh and spirited alternative to the traditional, often-used venues like pubs or clubs that have been favourite options for generations. A marquee transcends seasons and this versatility is one of the main reasons why many people may opt to invest in a marquee for their venue and catering needs.
Not everyone knows the many options that marquees can offer and so it might seem to be a daunting endeavour when one first starts investigating the options. This is where DIY Marquees comes to the fore front. DIY Marquees offers expertise in all thing’s marquee related. As specialists in marquees sales they offer comprehensive assistance throughout the purchasing journey. DIY Marquee, driven by their unwavering confidence in their products, enthusiastically offers advice regarding the exceptional qualities and diverse marquee options available for sale, are always available to help you delve into the world of marquees.
For DIY Marquee’s most popular marquee for the accommodation of small groups while still providing ample ventilation and space, take a look at the DIY Green Marquees. These marquees are the epitome of versatility, enabling companies to host multiple intimate events with no compromise on attendee safety. Despite the vast array of marquee options provided by DIY Marquees, the DIY Marquee green marquee takes centre stage, capable of fulfilling your clients’ venue needs and facilitating the creation of a standout event.
If unsure, prospective buyers are encouraged to explore the online interactive marquee planner, to check out the choices available, prior to the purchase of their marquee. All DIY marquees not only adhere to stringent health and safety standards but also comply with legislative requirements, all while retaining the charm of a picturesque setting.
DIY Marquees takes great pleasure in customising packages to precisely match your unique requirements. Enhance the ambiance with elegant chandeliers, exquisite carpeting and efficient marquee heaters all of which play a crucial role in ensuring that your party tent is compatible for any event expectation. DIY now stocks indirect diesel-powered heaters available to ship right away which are ideal for marquee hire companies, events companies and venues. These marquee heating packages give you absolutely everything you require for marquee heating during parties, events, general warehouse heating and factory heating too.
DIY Marquee remains dedicated to enhancing the marquee experience, continually introducing innovative and interactive ideas to ensure safety and convenience throughout the marquee’s lifespan. Head over to the DIY Marquee website to find all the necessary information for acquiring a Green Marquee including sizes, options, additional features, materials used and recommendations based on specific conditions. Providing answers to questions that you didn’t know to ask, DIY Marquee will ensure that your decision to purchase from DIY Marquees is a seamlessly informed choice.
Ideal for People who Require Thicker, more Durable Marquee Covers
Posted by admin in DIY Marquees on May 4, 2023
A marquee can be a versatile and elegant setting for a variety of events. If you’re in the market for professional tents for sale because you are planning to hire a marquee for an event, here is some marquee hire advice that could be useful.
Consider the type of event you’re planning: The type of event you’re hosting will determine the size and style of marquee you need. For example, a wedding may require a more formal and elegant marquee, while a festival or outdoor party may require a more casual and laid-back marquee.
Choose a suitable location: You’ll need to find a location that’s suitable for your marquee. Make sure the area is level and has adequate drainage. Check if there are any underground utilities or obstacles that could interfere with the marquee’s installation.
Determine the size of the marquee: Knowing how many guests you’re expecting will help you determine the size of the marquee you need. You’ll also need to consider other factors such as the furniture, staging, and dance floor that you’ll be using.
Plan for weather conditions: You should prepare for various weather conditions by renting heaters, fans, or air conditioning units depending on the time of year. Consider adding extra side panels to your marquee in case of rain or wind.
With careful planning and attention to detail, hiring a marquee can be a great way to create a memorable and unique event so consider the DIY Premium tents for sale.
When considering how to go about cleaning a marquee, can be a bit of a challenge, but it’s important to keep it clean and well-maintained to ensure its longevity and usability. General steps you can follow to clean your marquee include preparing a cleaning solution by mixing a mild cleaning solution in a bucket of warm water and using a mild detergent or a specialized tent cleaning solution. Avoid using harsh chemicals, bleach or abrasive cleaners as they can damage the material.
Once you have your cleaning solution, remove any loose debris by sweep the exterior of the marquee with a broom or use a soft-bristled brush to remove any loose dirt, leaves, or debris. Wet down the exterior of the marquee starting at the top and working your way down. This will help remove any remaining debris and prepare the surface for cleaning. Using a soft-bristled brush or a sponge, gently scrub the exterior of the marquee with the cleaning solution, paying attention to any areas with stains or mildew. Be careful not to apply too much pressure as this can damage the fabric. Rinse thoroughly with a hose to remove any soap residue.
Once you’ve finished cleaning, allow the marquee to air dry completely before storing it away. Once the marquee is completely dry, fold it carefully and store it in a cool, dry place. Avoid storing it in a damp or humid area as this can lead to mould growth. Regular cleaning and maintenance can help extend the life of your marquee and ensure that it’s always in good condition for your next event.
Marquee Hire advice
Posted by admin in DIY Marquees on January 2, 2023
When people come to DIY Marquees for the first time, with the goal of starting up their own marquee business, we are always thrilled to provide advice based on our own experiences of being in the marquee business. Those who are just starting out are often in a position where they have recently decided to go out on their own, leaving an employment situation to go it alone and we love this as it gives us an opportunity to be able to support you in your ventures with marquee hire advice.
One of the things that we believe that has made DIY Marquees so successful in the past is that we are fully invested in your successes and your business so this is why we are happy to provide any advice that you need. What makes is uniquely qualified to give you advice? Simple. That is because we have been there, done that. When starting any new venture people often don’t know what they don’t know so we say, let us help you with what you don’t know! Our experience of the products and services can benefit your marquee hire business plus we have an abundance of products all of which we know intimately so you can reply on our knowledge, to see you through the start up phase until you become the expert of your own business.
As a trusted family business, we have built up a reputation for being reliable and offering value for money which we back up with what we believe is excellent service. Not only do we provide you with a large selection of marquee types and sizes, we offer a large variety of spares and replacement parts for unfortunate times when accidents happen and a spare part is needed. As much as our marquees are extremely durable, there are times when a spare is needed and often with a quick turnaround time. This is why we keep a large stock in case of emergencies.
We also provide a choice of accessories for your marquee which, while you may not need this in the beginning, you will find useful to have as time goes by and your hiring company starts to expand. Its best not to start out with too many options when you first start out but soon you will find exciting opportunities come your way and this is a great time to invest slowly but surely into expanding your marquee offerings.
Not only are we here to help you with the physical aspects of your marquee business but with providing you with insights into how to other aspects such as erecting, marquee lighting and warming, dismantling and also how to clean your marquee. These aspects of your business can be time consuming and you will learn as you go, but don’t be shy to reach out to us for assistance when it comes to anything that is new to you. We have many people phone through and ask for help or input and we are more than happy to do what we can to help you make your business work for you!
The DIY Party Tent Range from DIY Marquees
Posted by admin in DIY Marquees on July 17, 2020
According to the Cambridge dictionary, a marquee is a large tent used for eating and drinking at events held mainly outside that involve a lot of people. But for DIY Marquees, a marquee is defined as a lot more than that. For DIY Marquees, a marquee is an opportunity! A small, large, or medium tent with the purpose of eating and drinking in, yes, this is true. But a marquee offers something special to any event being held outside. Think about it… it’s not often that being outside is a safe choice for any special day. With the weather sometimes more temperamental than a two-year-old, there is no real way of knowing what a day will bring, no matter what season you plan your event in. And this is not just something that happens in the UK, where we have a reputation for unpredictable weather… an outdoor event anywhere in the world is something someone plans with fingers crossed and hoping for the odds to be ever in their favour!
All the marquees that DIY Marquees supply is of the highest quality and we sell each and every one of our large variety of marquees with an unwritten guarantee that the odds will be ever in your favour when you use one of these marquees. This being said, we also acknowledge that sometimes there is a need for a marquee which offers a little something extra in terms of strength and quality. By quality, we don’t mean good or bad quality… we mean great or extra great, which is achieved with thicker, more durable materials. Designed for a tougher environment, and for frequent use, Premium DIY Marquees come in a range of sizes and all of which have the extra durability to ensure that there is no event for which the Premium DIY Marquees is not a match for, under any weather conditions possible. When designing these marquees, there was no advantage which was ignored in formulating their construction. Even very large marquees can be constructed with a Premium marquee as they have the strength to withstand any terrain or any awkward shape which may be needed to suit the specifics of your event.
Multi-purpose marquees like the Premium range of marquees will never disappoint. With a large range of marquee spare parts (replaceable joints, poles, and covers for 3, 4 and 6-meter marquees) which are available for purchase via the very interactive and information-packed website, there is literally nothing that a person could not do with one of these premium marquees which feature, 20-degree wind resistant roofs, 38mm steel piped frameworks with the option of additional ground bars, PVC side panels and roofs covers which are made from Duracotex (protective flexible material with industrial coatings) and which provide the durability and longevity which ensures the life-span of the DIY Premium range of marquees.
Use the interactive marquee planner to experiment with different layouts in the marquee or contact us with your requirements and we would be more than happy to put together some sample layouts for you.
Marquees for sale are ideal for marquee hire companies
Posted by admin in DIY Marquees on November 13, 2019
DIY Marquees range of marquees can be found on their interactive commercial website which allows the buyer access to all of the information that they would require in order to make the decision of buying and marquee or when looking for commercial marquees for sale. So good is the website, chock-a-block with vital information that the only thing you can’t do when visiting the website, is physically stand inside the marquee and admire your great choice in design!
Whether you are looking for something which is simply quick and easy to erect for multiple purposes, or if you are looking for the most deluxe and professional specific marquee for long lasting use and re-se, all of the features of each type of marquee is listed carefully for you on the website.
Important to know is that the quality of the material from which the marquees are made, no matter which type you choose, is the best quality that money can buy. Never does DIY Marquee advocate for less than satisfactory materials which may compromise the quality of your marquee. Prices will vary accordingly but the quality of the marquee will not. Roof and side panels made from either 500d gsm or 650gsm Rip-stop polyester with polyurethane coating ensures longevity in the material through multiple erections and sustaining in all types of weather conditions. Retardant to the ultimate conditions including fire due to the nature material which is flame retardant to BS5438 & BS7838 which for safety and security is a critical requirement.
All piping is made from Aluminium for both equal and unequal framework pipes. The major advantages of using aluminium is linked to the excellent properties which aluminium has which ensure excellent strength to weigh ratio, is corrosion resistant, non-toxic and recyclable all while providing electrical and thermal conductivity and light and heat reflectivity. Anything less than this multipurpose alloy would be insufficient for the purpose.
The commercial marquees for sale are ideal for marquee hire companies or for customers who have need of a much stronger marquee with added durable and flexibility than the Classic marquee range. This is a 4-season marquee suitable for year round use although added safeguards should be taken in snow and other extreme conditions. Size guides can vary greatly according to your needs and due to the variety of designs that a marquee can be created with. A good example would be a 6x12m marquee which can seat 70-80 people at round tables but if you are looking for the addition of a allow for buffet tables and/or a dance floor then the capacity for tables would be radically reduced. Extended or odd-shaped areas and shapes can be covered by connecting several marquees together. Which is why your marquee design is just as important as the form of the marquees and precisely why there is an interactive planner on the website along with videos to assist you with how to set up your marque once your purchase has been made.
Don’t forget to check out all of the accessories: lighting, flooring, doors and more which add another dimension to the look and functionality of the marquee.
Stand out from the marquee crowd
Posted by admin in DIY Marquees on October 8, 2019
As we embrace the slow change in season and slide into the downhill stretch towards the Christmas season, most vendors are shutting up shop for the year. Those who are still busy from the month of October through to the end of the year are doing well! However if you are slowing down, it just means that things will change somewhat in terms of what people are looking for as well as how the marquees need to be dealt with when erecting. If you understand the landscape and embrace the change, continuing through to the festive season will not cause any issues for your business.
Obviously with marquees being temporary structures, it is of great importance to your business that the marquee which you are using is designed to be extra durable and strong. No matter where or what time of year you use your marquee, these two aspects are what you will need to consider first and foremost. All the DIY marquees are cost-effective without compromising strength and durability to face all types of weather, protecting your investment and your patrons. The initial outlay for a marquee may appear to be considerable at face value yet the sheer number of choices that you have, ensures that you will certainly find the ideal value for money that you are looking for. Popular marquees can be found on the DIY marquee website. Take for example the traditional 9m by 18m 4 season marquee. Features include 500gsm Duracoretex PVC roof and sides which is wind protective and flame retardant. Made with 38mm & 50mm Steel pipes, this marquee is a steal from just £1800.00.
Commercial Demi marquees for sale are also frequent sellers. A 3m by 6m Demi Commercial marquees for sale is suitable for all seasons with the same 500gsm Duracoretex PVC roof and sides and is similarly flame retardant. With roof and eave braces, purlins and a ground bar and 38mm steel framework, this ideal marquee is selling from just £550. Consider purchasing a green commercial 4x6m marquee with the same specs as the commercial demi, for just £708.
Some tips that can assist you with your marquees as you head into the colder months can help like factoring the effect of the weather on your marquee. allowing for more time to put your marquee up as a result of higher winds and wetter days. It’s a good idea to place your marquees butted up against a permanent structure or well tied to any other permanent or stable structure. Use a walkway with sides if the winds really pick up, and ensure that they are secured fast so that they don’t flap into the passageway. Being colder with fewer daylight hours means you have may struggle more with the erection of your marquee in that you have less time and less dexterity in your hands, especially when you start needing gloves for the outdoors. Another thing to remember is to allow for more maintenance of your marquee. Cold weather, snow, and rain will mean that the marquee is damp or wet at the time when you take it down. You will need to ensure that the marquee is properly dried before you pack it away which can sometimes prove easier said than done, in on-going wet weather. Making sure that the marquee is dry before you pack away will ensure the longevity of all of the materials.
In the event of snow on the horizon, take a look at all of the options for heating that we recommend on the DIY website. A little hint on the heating would be to leave the heating on very low so as to prevent it building up on the roof. In heavy snow, you may want to consider placing wooden floors down, for 2 reasons: They will give your patrons a solid surface but 2. You are raising the height of the floor! This is a good albeit expensive solution especially when you are raising on soft ground which is prone to waterlogging or even on a hard surface where water may be likely to come back up and under the sides.
Try something new with DIY marquees
Posted by admin in DIY Marquees on September 13, 2019
Is your company preparing to host an event that needs to truly impress your clients? Is your sales force in line for an incentive bonus to show them that they are well appreciated for meeting their sales targets? Is it time to celebrate the anniversary of your company? When it comes to treating your staff and clients, nothing could be as lackluster as holding your event in the office again. Show your best side and prepare an event that hasn’t been done before and really show your business partners what you are all about.
Wondering what the easiest and most cost-effective way of putting on a show to impress the rest is? Something original, dependable, while still offering flexibility? What about somewhere with a dance floor lit up with colourful lights and a DJ or even a live band? Yet something with enough space to provide a separate quiet space for guests who aren’t in the mood to put on their dancing shoes. Something that will let you go to town with all the bells and whistles and still provide a space that is warm and cosy, without costing your company all the profit you have just accrued during the year!
DIY Marquees offers the most superior range of marquees, including Green commercial grade marquees with the capacity to attain all of your functional needs for the event of the year. If you are wondering how to make a marquee the ultimate function location, go along to the website and take a look at the multitude of options which are available to you both in terms of the marquee itself, its size, dimensions and structure as well as all of the accessories that DIY Marquees offer to ensure that the marquee you choose has all of the components that you need. The website will show you to the interactive marquee planner which allows you to play around with the style, size and features of the marquee that will suit you best. Once you have decided, click on your option to choose the extras that you will need. Extras include roof linings, roof walls and curtain linings, roof, wall, curtain and swag linings, and carpet flooring, white and retro festoons or chandelier lighting and door frames. Chose online and immediately receive the cost and add to your cart.
Now that the marquee and accessories have been chosen, the questions is: how do you the power your marquee to accommodate the DJ, food and drinks, lighting, not to mention how to ensure that you can provide heating to the marquee. Simple ways to power your marquee which can all be done safely are either to try running extensions leads run from a main building to the marquee, making sure to over the leads so that guests and staff do not accidentally trip on them. Remember to run the leads from behind the marquee where possible. Or, you can establish a large mains supply which can be temporarily connected from a building to the marquee (electrician required) or use a generator. All options will allow you to light up your function successfully.
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