Events are complicated. They required long term planning, quick decision making, and collaboration with a wide range of vendors. With so many moving parts it becomes easy to overlook or forget critical elements of your event, especially for new or first time exhibitors. Our trade show blog includes a wide variety of articles to help first time exhibitors. However, these articles won’t help if you are down to the wire with limited options for your event. Creative Imaging Displays specializes in portable event products that are typically available to ship in 2-5 days. In this post we will cover the 3 easy steps to create a last minute trade show booth! If you are down to the wire, don’t sweat it! It is possible to fit your trade show booth at the last minute with great products to make your event a success!
Step 1: The Back Wall Display
The first and most critical component when designing a last minute booth is finding a back wall display. If you have an island booth this could be a tower display or a double sided display. The primary focus of your booth is the large graphic back wall and it is important to use a display that will grab attention. More importantly, you need a system that is available quickly without breaking the budget. We offer a wide range of products that come in a variety of sizes. Below are some of our most popular options, all of which are produced and shipped in 5 business days or less! Make sure to check out the following products:
All of these systems offer a great solution at the last minute. Each page includes details like graphics templates, ship from locations, production time, and size specifications. If you need help deciding, make sure to contact us to talk to an expert that will guide you in the right direction. In fact, you can call us anytime for a last minute booth and we can walk you through all of our options and get an order started right away!
Step 2: Booth Flooring
The next step in the process is your booth flooring. The simple option is to rent carpet from the show, however not every event offers flooring rentals. Typically the rental options are limited and expensive. Portable trade show flooring is a much better solution. It increases ROI while allowing the exhibitor to control the color and texture selection for the booth space. The most poplar selection is interlocking flooring which includes built in padding! We offer interlocking flooring in the following options:
Each of these flooring options offers an optional built in beveled edge, electrical channeling, and hard shipping cases. Most importantly, many of these products are available in 5 days of less. Each floor is made to order for your booth size and is manufactured and shipped from Illinois!
Quality flooring is a critical component to a cohesive booth space. Mismatched flooring can have a negative impact on your overall booth design. Make sure to consider purchasing your own flooring for each of your events to ensure your booth design is cohesive!
Step 3: Booth Accessories
The final component to address for a last minute trade show booth is accessory booth components. Trade show accessories include a wide variety of products designed to increase the functionality and attractiveness of a booth space. In our recent post, banner stand upgrades for 2025, we cover the importance of investing in quality accessory marketing products. Trade show accessories make all the difference in attendee engagement. Something as simple as a quality table cover can make all the difference. Make sure to consider the following products to complete your booth space:
Every booth space needs at least one trade show accessory to elevate the space. Charging stations are an excellent option to attract attendees with a great incentive to stay for a minute. Additionally, charging stations offer additional branding as well as back lighting to add to your booth experience. Trade show lighting and fabric tension counters offer additional low cost upgrades to your booth space!
What do you think about The 3 Easy Steps to Create a Last Minute Trade Show Booth? When you are down to the wire, a simple straight forward process can make all the difference! Most importantly, make sure to contact Creative Imaging Displays for any of your trade show, promotional product, or show management solutions. We are a one stop, full service provider that can help you every step of the way!