Summer is often peak burial season, and for cemeteries, it’s the time when everyone has to be on their toes. During the busiest weeks and the hottest months, sun-blocking cemetery tents, easy-to-clean chair covers, and reusable grass mats deliver heat relief, shade, and guest comfort. When staff members are moving quickly, it’s important to know how to streamline your graveside setup so that you can deliver consistent, dignified services even when schedules are tight.

Why Summer Graveside Setup Needs to Be Faster

Whether summer or winter, burials deserve honorable services and loved ones deserve comfort during their time of grief. Still, in states with varying temperatures, summer vs. winter graveside services can have significantly different requirements.

Summer weather creates a real need for shade and shelter at graveside services. Grieving friends and family need protection from the heat and beating sun on hot July days, and a comfortable place to sit and rest.

And while guest comfort is just as important, the faster pace of summer burial months means more services, less margin for delay, and more pressure on staff and equipment.

During these busy months, the need for reliable, easy-to-move gear is what allows staff members to complete setups without delay, staying on schedule while avoiding last-minute stress.

Three non-negotiables for streamlining summer graveside setups

1. Quick-Deploy Tent Options

Quick-deploy tents are designed for easy setup and mobility. For cemetery staff working across multiple services in a day, these models make it easy to set up quickly without running into unnecessary delays. Our top tents for summer services include:

  • Hillside Tent — The Hillside Tent is made for easy setup and is well-suited for both cemetery and funeral services, since it works on nearly any terrain. It’s made for both durability and customization, making it ideal for summer crowds.
    A green canopy tent with white metal legs stands on a grassy field in a park, resembling a graveside setup, surrounded by trees under a clear blue sky.|
  • 15′ x 15′ Aluminum Roll Around Tent — Our Roll Around Tent is portable, lightweight, and designed for quick shelter. Its Sunbrella fabric is perfect for sheltering from sun, wind, and rain, and the tent is steadied on heavy-duty casters and wheels.
    A green canopy tent on wheels is set up in a cemetery, surrounded by gravestones and trees on a sunny day, showing how to streamline graveside setup for ease and efficiency.
  • Steel Roll Around Tent — The Steel Roll Around tent is incredibly durable and easy to move during busy weeks. It conveys a professional look while minimizing possible weather delays due to its heavy-duty protection.

2. Chair Covers That Save Time

Easy-to-clean chair covers are a must-have for busy days with multiple funerals and little turnaround time. Our durable chair covers are professional looking yet easy to clean. The ability to quickly remove them and wash makes it simple to keep seating presentable between services while creating a dignified look and protecting chairs from damage.

Available in a variety of colors (including green, blue, burgundy, and patriotic), uniform chair covers are an easy way to improve the overall appearance of the graveside setup while also making switchover easier for staff.

Three chairs covered in plush fabric slipcovers in dark green, blue, and red, labeled "Classic," create an elegant graveside setup against a plain background.

3. Reusable Grass Mats for a Polished Look

Reusable graveside grass creates a polished look for services while also saving time by reducing repeated setup labor. More than just enhancing the appearance of a graveside service, it also helps to protect the ground from lots of foot traffic, especially in difficult weather conditions.

Close-up of the corner of a rectangular Graveside Grass mat in green, displayed on a white surface.

In addition to grass, graveside matting can be another option for adding a durable layer of protection, especially in seasons of heavy rain, mud, or other inclement weather.

Reliability During Peak Months

Stressful summer weeks are not the time for fragile or difficult-to-maintain equipment. When you’re running many services per week, employees need to be able to set up and tear down equipment quickly without worrying about fragile or flimsy gear.

Our portable tents, washable chair covers, and reusable grass are not only durable, but also reduce downtime and make daily tasks easier for staff members.

And when it comes to the experience of the families saying goodbye to their loved ones, reliability matters. Families remember whether the service felt calm, prepared, and dignified or rushed, cheap, and stressful. The equipment you have on hand translates to either prime customer services or a potentially chaotic graveside experience.

Choose reliable, summer-ready equipment to streamline graveside setup

During the busy burial months, cemetery and funeral home teams need summer-ready equipment that saves time without sacrificing dignity. At Holland Supply, we have the equipment you need in order to provide the best service possible to your customers.

With fast and easy ordering and outstanding customer service, we can help you create a setup that looks polished, works reliably, and supports families well during the hardest months.

Browse our products or call us at 800-527-8818.

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