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A tabletop and display staple with weighted bases, clips and tall stands in several finishes.
A broad tabletop range covering card and number holders for venues.
A value brand with basic card and number holders in standard sizes.
Clip and ring-clip holders sold in multi-packs.
An established maker with affordable number stands in its tabletop line.
Order in a Full Room
Table number stands do a modest job well: they tell runners where a plate goes, help hosts seat cleanly and hold cards and specials. In a packed room the right stand removes guesswork and keeps service moving.
What We Weigh
A good stand is stable, legible and easy to wipe down.
- A base heavy enough to ignore drafts and trays.
- A finish, from steel to acrylic, that suits the room.
- Height and contrast that read across the floor.
- Slots that also take cards and menus.
- Surfaces that survive daily cleaning.
Styles and Finishes
Weighted holders grip a card and stay put, clip styles angle signage, and tall stands lift numbers above glassware. Steel and chrome look classic, aluminium stays light, acrylic suits a modern table, wood adds warmth.
Beyond the Number
The same footprint carries reserved seating, specials and event signage, so a consistent set looks deliberate and helps new staff learn the floor. The finish should sit with the rest of the tabletop.
Buying Notes
Pick a base heavy enough for your room, confirm the holder fits your card size, choose a complementary finish and keep spares since bases and clips wear first.
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How We Score
The same criteria, every category, no exceptions.