4 Critical Thoughts Guests May Have about Mismatched Towels

Hospitality properties want to display an image that is professional and pleasing to the guests during their stay. This can range from having a friendly staff to well-cooked meals to lots of amenities to fresh and comfortable linens. During the busy season, it can become challenging to keep up with inventory levels for all of the products being used throughout the facility. Among the many supplies, linens can get stained, ripped, or damaged and need to be taken out of circulation. This can eventually lead to shortages if staff members aren’t keeping proper track of inventory levels and scrambling to make sure there are enough clean linens in each room. This blog will explain why mismatching towels is a bad idea and how to prevent this issue from occurring in the first place.

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3 Valuable Reasons Buying Wholesale Can Benefit Your Property

You have probably seen the two words wholesale and retail all throughout your life on many kinds of advertisements whether it be on commercials, signs, billboards, etc. Wholesale and retail are two terms that apply to a wide range of businesses, including hospitality. Even though you may have heard of these terms before, they are two very broad words that have a lot of information and more specific details that you may not have thought of recently. Properties are continually ordering hospitality products to keep their businesses moving, but people are also buying hospitality products for personal use. This blog will explain the differences between wholesale and retail purchases.

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2 Thanksgiving Musts: How to Set a Table and Fold a Napkin

The holiday season often marks a time when innkeepers and hosts begin to see a rise in reservations after their busy season during the warmer months. Guests may be paying extra attention to their food this time of year, so it is crucial that properties review their dining situation. It could be a good time to review the dining basics since they can so often be overlooked. How do you properly set a table, and what are some of the best ways to fold a napkin?

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8 Innovative Ways to Remove Scents from Linens

Has your property ever had to remove scents from linens? A smell that never went away after washing and drying multiple times? There are a couple of reasons your linens might have gained a scent: moisture, warmth, lack of air circulation, dark and damp areas, or other reasons. It is a frustrating problem that many hospitality properties must deal with at least once. This blog lists eight unique ways to remove unwanted smells from your linens.

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3 Terrific Hospitality Towels: Low-Twist, Ringspun, and Combed Cotton

One of the primary thoughts guests will have when reflecting on a stay at your property is if they felt comfortable. They want a good sleeping experience with a soft bed, comfortable sheets, and a cozy blanket. Along with the bed, towels are another area where guests want to feel comfortable. Many properties offer standard, white terry towels that usually have no lasting impact on guests. However, there are many unique towel options available that can help your property stick out, such as low or zero-twist towels, ringspun, and combed cotton towels. This blog will compare the differences between low and zero-twist towels, ringspun, and combed cotton towels.

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8 Easy Ways to Remove Lint from Linen

Various types of grime, such as hair, dirt, and sweat, can cause lint to accumulate slowly on many garments. For linens, there are different ways to go about removing it. Lint found on linens is broken fibers that have come loose from other fabrics and settled on the surface of the garments. The one thing to remember is that lint loves friction, static, and heat, which is why it is so difficult to remove in the first place. For many hospitality properties, it is a frustrating nuisance, so these eight ways to remove lint from linens prove helpful.

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3 Sincere Reasons for Buying Hospitality Products Made in The United States

Patriotism is a term Americans take great pride in as they display their love for the United States. They line up on the street wearing their red, white, and blue colors to celebrate parades for Memorial Day and the Fourth of July. With all the supply chain issues from the past few years, many more Americans are looking to buy products that are made here in the United States. Linens and hospitality supplies are no exception. Purchasing American-made products has many benefits which include providing jobs, promoting independence, and good quality products.

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3 Ways to Promote Sustainability in Hospitality: Organic Linens, OEKO-TEX®, and GOTS Certifications

Sustainability is becoming more important than ever to hospitality. Properties are making it a top priority to care for their guests while also protecting the environment. They have begun monitoring water use, exploring ways to reduce energy use, and eliminating plastic and food waste. Each year, more and more people look to support businesses that promote a healthy environment. Linens are another area where properties can promote sustainability. Two key certifications to look out for on linens are OEKO-TEX® and GOTS. Organic products and these two certifications are important to promoting sustainability and a healthier environment.

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How Often Should Your Hospitality Property Launder Bathrobes?

Bathrobes are a luxury option not always found in every hospitality property, but places that offer them may add some extra guest satisfaction. Guests will feel that you value their stay and want them to feel right at home. Bathrobes make guests feel more comfortable, warm, and relaxed. They need proper care to avoid damage or excessive wear and tear. Do you know how often robes should be laundered? Every day, once a week, or only between guest stays? There is more to that answer than you may think.

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Are Blankets or Comforters Better for Your Hospitality Property?

Did you grow up as child sleeping on the same type of bedding your whole life? Can you recall what kind of bedding you slept with? Did the top of the bed have a really cool color like bright red or have a particular pattern that made it stand out? Maybe you had a comforter, a blanket, a duvet cover, or a top sheet. If you are like most people who have never had any exposure to hospitality, you may have never thought twice about the different styles of bedding. The great news is that there are so many options available to make the sleeping experience more pleasant. Two important components of bedding are blankets and comforters which are both great options but have some differences.

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