When it comes to buying a powder coating or spray booth, everyone’s got their style. Maybe you’ve been through the process before or are just starting and unsure where to begin. Whatever your approach, one thing is clear: knowing how long it’ll take to install your booth can make or break your plans.

Let’s explore the different types of booth buyers and their journeys, from timelines to tips for making the process as smooth as possible.

The “Not My First Rodeo”

You’ve done this before, so you know the drill: 2-3 months for a standard booth, 4-6 months for something larger or custom. You’re focused on replacing or upgrading your system and are less worried about shiny brochures than getting things done right.

• Your Strength: Experience. You’re ahead of the game in planning and anticipating delays.
• Your Challenge: Maybe you’re too comfortable, so don’t forget to double-check if new features or specs might make your booth even better.

For you, it’s all about leveraging that know-how while staying realistic about timelines. Even if supply chain hiccups crop up, you’re the one who’s ready with a contingency plan.

The Planner

Every “i” is dotted, every “t” crossed, and your spreadsheet is a work of art. You’ve already built in extra time for delays because you know nothing worth doing happens overnight. A standard booth in up to 3 months? Check. A custom booth could be more than 6 months? Got it.

• Your Strength: You’re the MVP for suppliers—clear, organized, and a dream to work with.
• Your Challenge: Over-preparation could lead to analysis paralysis. (Even the best-laid plans need a bit of flexibility!)

The Planner thrives by communicating clearly with their supplier and staying proactive. When unexpected delays arise, you’re the calm, cool, and collected client who keeps things on track.

The Overthinker

You’ve reviewed the specs a hundred times. You’ve bookmarked at least five booths and keep debating which is “the one.” Decision-making might not be your forte, but it’s all in the name of perfection.

• Your Strength: Thorough research means you’re not rushing into the wrong choice.
• Your Challenge: All that deliberation could delay the process, and your simple booth install could turn into a 6-month timeline if you’re not careful.

Lean on your supplier for advice. At Alberta Booth, we’re here to answer questions and walk you through the options until you feel confident.

The I Need It Yesterday

Your old booth broke down, or maybe business is booming, and you can’t wait another day. You want a booth up and running now, but reality check: even a rush job on a standard booth can take over 2 months and a custom build? You’ve read it…4 months or more.

• Your Strength: You’re decisive, motivated, and ready to get things done quickly.
• Your Challenge: You’re at the mercy of timelines, supply chains, and manufacturing bottlenecks.

What is the best way to manage your urgency? Be clear about your deadlines and work closely with your supplier, who can set realistic expectations upfront.

The Complete Package

You’re here for everything: a custom booth tailored to your needs, a seamless installation, and no compromises. You know good things take time, and you’re willing to wait 6 months or more for your dream setup.

• Your Strength: Patience and a strong vision for the final result.
• Your Challenge: Balancing high expectations with the realities of production and installation delays.

The Complete Package buyer knows the value of flexibility and communication, staying involved throughout the process to ensure their booth is exactly what they imagined.

What’s Your Booth Buyer Personality?

Whatever your style, the spray booth journey is smoother when you know what to expect. A rushed promise of a one-month turnaround might sound appealing, but it often leads to delays, frustration, and disruptions. The truth is that standard booths, whether for powder coating or paint, take time to produce, ship, and install, and custom setups take even more time.

We’re always here to talk and answer any of your questions or concerns for a future project, or if you are just curious about the best practices of repair and maintenance, give us a shout. Our Alberta Booth team is always happy to chat booths.