Charging furniture keeps attendees in your booth. For most trade show booths, a powered bar-height table is the best single charging piece: it fits six people in a 72 by 26 inch footprint and keeps conversations standing and short. Choose powered sofas and chairs when you want longer, seated meetings, such as in island booths and sponsor lounges. Every piece in our Spark charging collection plugs into one standard outlet or floor power drop.

Spark charging furniture powered sofa for a trade show booth in Dallas

Charging Furniture Compared

PieceSize (W x D x H, in)SeatsBest for
Spark Communal Bar Table72 x 26 x 426 standing or on stools10×20 booths, networking areas
8ft Spark Cafe Table96 x 30 x 308 seatedWork lounges, press areas
Spark Sofa72.5 x 30.5 x 29.53Island booths, sponsor lounges
Spark Loveseat51.5 x 31 x 29.52Smaller booths, meeting corners
Spark Armchair32 x 31 x 29.51Facing a sofa or in pairs
Spark Coffee Table48 x 24 x 16—Center of a charging lounge
Spark Coffee Cube24 x 24 x 16—Side table between chairs

Seating and furniture come in black or white. Tables and cubes have white tops that can carry sponsor branding.

Suggested Setups by Booth Size

  • 10×10 booth: one Spark Communal Bar Table with four stools, or a loveseat and a coffee cube.
  • 10×20 booth: a communal bar table plus a loveseat, one armchair and a coffee cube.
  • Island booth or sponsor lounge: a sofa, two armchairs and a coffee table, plus a communal bar table at the edge for quick stops.

Planning Power

Each powered piece plugs into a standard outlet, so order one power drop per piece, or place pieces within reach of a drop and a heavy-duty power strip. On show floors, electrical is ordered through the show’s electrical contractor, so add it to your exhibitor order early. Tape down cords along booth edges to keep walkways clear.

Why Charging Furniture Works

Attendees who sit down to charge stay in your booth for several minutes, which gives staff time to start a conversation. Brand the table tops, and place charging seats near the back of the booth so guests walk past your demo or display to reach them.

Choosing Charging Furniture by Booth Size

Charging furniture works in almost any booth, but the right piece depends on how much room you have and how long you want visitors to stay.

  • 10×10 booth: a Spark Coffee Cube (24 in square, 16 in high) beside two chairs, or a Spark Communal Bar Table if you want standing conversations.
  • 10×20 booth: a Spark Power-Up Loveseat or two Spark armchairs with a Spark Coffee Table in front. Visitors sit, charge and talk.
  • 20×20 island: a full charging lounge with a Spark sofa, armchairs and coffee table, plus a Spark Communal Bar Table near the aisle to pull people in.
  • Lobbies and registration areas: a Charging Locker Tower with eight lockable compartments lets guests leave a phone to charge and walk away.

Why charging furniture increases dwell time

A visitor who is charging a phone has a reason to stay put. That gives your staff time to start a conversation that a quick walk-by never allows.

Power and placement

Powered pieces need a power source. Order electrical service from the show early and place charging furniture near the drop. Keep cables along the edges of the booth to avoid trip hazards; the OSHA walking-working surfaces guidance covers keeping walkways clear.

Branding

Many Spark pieces have brandable surfaces, and the Charging Locker Tower takes a full custom wrap, so charging furniture can double as signage.

See all charging furniture and charging stations, or request a quote.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does charging furniture need its own power?

Yes. Each piece plugs into a standard outlet or floor power drop; on show floors, order electrical through the show’s contractor.

Can charging tables be branded?

Yes. The white tops and faces of Spark tables and cubes can carry vinyl logos or wraps.

What is the most popular charging piece for booths?

The Spark Communal Bar Table, because it charges several devices and fits six people in a small footprint.

Do you have charging furniture in black and white?

Yes. Spark sofas, loveseats and armchairs come in black or white.

Request a quote with your booth size and show dates, and we will recommend a charging setup.

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