How long do Table Tents last on a busy restaurant table?

With the right stock and coating, table tents hold up well through daily restaurant use, typically lasting several weeks to a couple of months before they show wear. In practice most businesses retire them when the promotion changes rather than because the tent has worn out.

• Coating extends life: UV or gloss finishes shield against moisture, fingerprints, and light spills.
• Stock keeps its shape: a rigid 14pt or heavier cardstock resists slumping and curling.
• Placement helps: tents away from constant drink contact and heavy handling last longer.

If you rotate specials often, plan to swap tents with each new promotion so the message always looks current and the piece never has a chance to get tired.