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March Special: Save On Towels for your B&B at InnStyle

Your guests appreciate a warm, fluffy towel after a bath or shower. But what seems like a simple choice on behalf of your guests can be complicated by the endless style, quality and feature choices available to the innkeeper or hotel manager.

Let the experts at InnStyle provide you with the personal service you need when choosing first quality, fashionable products for your inn or hotel. We will provide you with the correct product for your particular property – and all at wholesale pricing— while giving you the undivided attention you deserve.

Now, through the end of March, 2013 enjoy 10% savings on all items in our Towel Category. This is the perfect opportunity to expand or refresh your towel inventory in anticipation of the busy spring and summer season – at a discount rate.

Browse our website to see many of the new towel lines in our vast selection, including:

Fifth Avenue Towel: Sophisticated 100% Ring Spun Cotton Lope Terry Towel features Twill Wide Dobby Boarders that create a subtle, modern look and are perfect for your own monograms or labels. This towel comes in several sizes, including, bath, hand, wash and bath sheet.
Savannah Towel: Experience this ultra soft absorbent cotton towel, made from 100% long staple East African cotton. This product is OEKO-TEX Certified and no harmful substances are used in the manufacturing process.
Hospitality Towel: Superbly soft to the touch with exquisite quality and style, this towel is designed to withstand commercial washing. This 100% cotton towel is available only in white and is OEKO-TEX Certified. This particular item is available mid- April, 2013.

Most of our towels are made of cotton or cotton blends. Remember: the quality level of cotton is based on the length of its staple or fiber – the longer the staples the more luxurious, durable and absorbent the cotton will be. Contact us to learn other facts or to discuss your towel, linen and other needs.

InnStyle To Be An Exhibitor At The Mid-Atlantic Innkeepers Trade Show and Conference

InnStyle is excited to announce that they will be participating as an exhibitor at the 6^th Annual Mid-Atlantic Innkeepers Trade Show and Conference. This event will be held from March 10^th – 12^th at the Hunt Valley Inn, Hunt Valley Maryland.

InnStyle is delighted to be named among the exhibitors of the 6^th Annual Mid-Atlantic Innkeepers Trade Show and Conference. This must-attend event is for new, seasoned and aspiring innkeepers from all over the eastern seaboard to exchange innovative ideas for their business – all while enjoying a refreshing time away at the Hunt Valley Inn outside of Baltimore, Maryland.

The 6th Annual Mid-Atlantic Innkeepers Trade Show and Conference is presented in cooperation with the West Virginia Bed & Breakfast Association, the Pennsylvania Association of Bed & Breakfast Inns, the Authentic Bed & Breakfasts of Lancaster County, the Empire State Bed & Breakfast Association, the Bed & Breakfast Association of Virginia, Preferred Inns of New Jersey, Select Registry and other state B&B Associations.

The trade show will showcase exhibitors with products and services specifically geared to owning, operating, managing, and marketing bed & breakfasts and country inns. The conference, featuring a wide variety of innkeeping courses and bed and breakfast seminars, will be the most comprehensive and affordable innkeeping conference in the entire Mid-Atlantic region.

InnStyle is a perfect fit at this event and offers a wide variety of B&B and country inn supplies and services, from institutional to designer quality, for the innkeeper and hotel manager. Customer attention and satisfaction is InnStyle’s hallmark. Its staff is exceptionally knowledgeable of the bed & breakfast industry and understands the products needed for a particular inn property. In addition, InnStyle offers its quality products at wholesale prices.

New at the tradeshow this year is a conference app, which is free and available through the iTunes App Store or, Android Market Place. Search for “Midatlantic Innkeepers” and click the download/install buttons to set it up. Participants can flag favorite sessions and begin to participate in many of the app features. There is a small registration step to participate in some of the app features, which requires email verification. As with any app download, Wi-Fi access is necessary.

InnStyle, a wholesale fine linens supplier for bed, bath and dining for the innkeeping industry, was established in 1952. A family business, it began by providing hotel fine linens to local bed and breakfasts, country inns and restaurants in their community. It expanded nationally when the need for innkeepers to purchase fashion at wholesale pricing became apparent. Over the years, InnStyle has expanded the product line to fulfill the needs of their customers who prefer “one stop shopping.”

Call a knowledgeable InnStyle representative at 800-877-4667 and ask about the B&B or inn startup list, or take the opportunity to have them assist you in furnishing your hotel or inn at wholesale prices.

It’s Easy To Have A “Green” Inn With Eco-Friendly Products

“Going Green” seems to be the rage these days, and for good reason. Green products minimize exposure to toxins, such as the harmful chemicals often found in fabrics, building materials and products for personal use. Eco-friendly bedding and bath products are safer for the environment by taking advantage of toxic-free and recycled materials. Green bedding and bath products are usually less irritable and free from toxins.

InnStyle has embraced the green movement, adding organic and ecologically responsible products to their inventory. Soft, breathable, eco-friendly products, including sheets, coverlets, blankets, bedspreads, pillows, towels, bath rugs, robes and bath products are available at InnStyle. Green products include:

Organic Massage Table Sheets: 100% organic cotton-available in 220 percale or Flannel. Includes face cradle, flat and fitted sheets.
NEW Organic Pure Linen Sheets: Made in USA, especially for the organic “purist”, of Pure Organic Linen, these sheets are elegant, with natural sheen and body. These sheets are pre-washed, pre-shrunk and needs minimal ironing. For best results line dry over a shower rod and straighten with hands while damp. Linen gets softer with each washing.
Organic Cotton Honeycomb Jacquard Blanket: This jacquard woven blanket is made of pure 100% organic cotton and is weighty, comforting and completely machine washable. Available in several colors.
NEW Sig|Natüra: World Class Charm Meets Modern Sophistication in our new personal care amenities. Sig|Natüra offers modern style from a budget friendly, eco-conscious perspective. This unique Eco-Efficient Doypack is a resealable, stand-alone pouch that utilizes 65% less plastic than a typical 30 ml bottle. Features a multiple use, tamper-evident attached resealable cap that guarantees safety and prevents clogged drains.
Bamboo Robe: Silky soft and absorbent bath robe made from 65% bamboo from rayon and 35% combed Egyptian cotton material. This shawl style robe has a fabric sash, two front patch pockets and a generous fit. Quickly absorbs water yet dries more rapidly between uses. Available in 4 colors. SKAL approved. Machine wash and dry.

If you do not see the ‘green’ product you are looking for, please contact us.

High Quality Towels: The MicroCotton® Hotel Collection

InnStyle, a wholesale fine linens supplier for bed, bath and dining for the innkeeping industry, is pleased to announce the addition of the MicroCotton® Hotel Collection of towels to its wide variety of wholesale hotel and inn supplies and services.

Exclusive to InnStyle, the MicroCotton® Hotel Collection is one of our most popular towel styles and will be available once again in June 2013.

Twice as thick and plush as other towels of the same weight, your customers and guests will love the cloud-like comfort of these soft and absorbent towels. You’ll love the MicroCotton® Hotel Collection towel for its practical utility such as:

100% extra long staple cotton
Exceptionally soft and wonderfully white, even after many washings
Snag-free loops so there are no pulled threads during washing
Cottony-fresh right out of the carton
100% extra long staple cotton makes the towel more durable

We encourage you to place your pre-orders now to ensure prompt processing. For personal assistance, please call us at 800-877-4667 and ask to speak with your InnStyle sales representative. We appreciate your loyal patronage and look forward to speaking with you.

Mattress Care

All mattresses should have protection. It will give you optimal return on your mattress investment plus insure your mattress warranty. Your guests will appreciate the cleanliness & protection of a cover when using the bed. It is important to have zippered waterproof encasements for mattress and box spring for protection from dust mites, bedbugs & protection against spills, etc. These covers should be zippered (which will not need removing). You should then protect your mattress with a mattress pad for comfort. These can be washed and dried before dressing the bed for next use. It would be wise to have a few extra mattress pads for emergency situations.

Vacuuming is the only recommended cleaning method. If covered with a waterproof mattress cover, you should not have any stains directly on the mattress. If there is liquid on the mattress, we recommend using a towel to blot the liquid. Apply gentle pressure to absorb the liquid. Do not press the liquid into the mattress. If you must clean a stain, use mild soap with cold water and apply lightly! Don’t ever soak a mattress or foundation and don’t use dry cleaning fluid of any type on your mattress — these chemicals could damage some of the comfort and upholstery materials.

For general care, always flip and rotate the mattress. A two-sided mattress should be flipped and rotated regularly. Mattress can be flipped in Summer & again in Winter. You could then do the rotating of the mattress in Spring & Fall. Single sided mattresses should also be rotated-although you do not flip, obviously. Again, you can choose time of year and schedule all flips and rotations on a calendar.

You should also rotate your box spring once a year.

Always use a bed frame with a rigid center support that supports the head, foot, sides and center of the mattress and box spring. If using bed slats with a mattress and box spring, use at least three rigid, no-slag slats.

InnStyle can supply your Inn or Bed and Breakfast with mattresses at wholesale pricing. Contact your InnStyle representative or call Toll Free: 1-800-877-INNS (4667) to receive Personal Service at Wholesale Pricing.

InnStyle To Be An Exhibitor At The 2013 Innkeeping Show in Las Vegas

The wholesale fine linens supplier will assist hundreds of innkeepers and industry vendors at the most important conference and trade show in the innkeeping industry

InnStyle, a wholesale fine linens supplier for bed, bath and dining for the innkeeping industry, is proud to be participating at the 2013 Innkeeping Show, January 28-31, at the all new Tropicana in Las Vegas.

The Professional Association of Innkeepers International (PAII) hosts this Innkeeping Conference & Trade Show, which is the most important conference and trade show in the innkeeping industry.

The focus for the annual conference is to bring each innkeeper in attendance the very best selection of cutting edge education and tools available in the industry, as well as to help innkeepers and industry vendors to gain important insight and ideas to succeed in meeting and exceeding business goals. The PAII also provides attendees with much needed time and space to swap ideas with peers, and meet personally with the vendors such as InnStyle who provide much needed information on products and services.

The 2013 Innkeeping Show is the ultimate experience, with over 50 classes to choose from. Developed to allow innkeepers to spend a few days away from the inn in order to focus and get connected, or reconnected to the passion that drove innkeepers into this business. Additionally, innkeepers can save money as they shop and chat with exhibitors such as InnStyle!

InnStyle, a wholesale fine linens supplier for bed, bath and dining for the innkeeping industry, was established in 1952. A family business, InnStyle began by providing hotel fine linens to bed and breakfasts, country inns and restaurants in the local community. Over the years, InnStyle has expanded its product line to fulfill the needs of customers who prefer “one stop shopping”, carrying a wide product line on its website. Six sales staff members are dedicated to personally assisting customers, throughout the United States and Canada to the Virgin Islands, to find the items needed for their particular property.

Contact information:

TollFree:1-800-877-INNS / Phone:1-267-354-6020

info@innstyle.com
www.innstyle.com

Taking Proper Care Of Your Linen Investment Is Serious Business

Now more than ever, it is imperative for the Innkeeper to conserve, and preserve, the vital resources essential to their business. Linens are one such resource. Innkeepers invest significantly into the purchase and care of linens, and it is in their best interest to do so properly, thus extending a quality lifespan and ultimately saving money on replacements.

The following are six tips for the proper care of your linen investment:

Washing – Pre-wash your linens before first use. Separate your linens from other items in the wash, especially those containing polyester, which tends to create pilling, and items with heavy zippers, which can damage the fabric. Separate light and dark colors. Avoid overloading the washing machine, which can cause fibers to break down from excessive abrasion and agitation. You can wash most linens in warm water on a gentle cycle with a cold-water rinse, but be sure to check the care label.
Detergent – Use a mild detergent without added bleach, whiteners, or fabric softeners. Do not pour detergent directly on textiles; rather, add it to the water as the wash tub fills or dilute detergent with water, then add linens. Unless linens are very soiled, you only need to use half the recommended amount of detergent.
Bleaching – Chlorine bleach will weaken fibers and cause the fabric to yellow. If white fabrics need bleaching, use only an oxygen-based bleach.
Drying – While line drying outdoors is gentle, safe, and imbues linens with the fresh scent of the outdoors and natural bleaching of the sun, it is not always practical. You can machine dry most linens on low heat, but be sure to check the care label. Shake out damp linens before placing in the dryer. Never use a high heat setting, which will weaken the fibers, damage the fabric, increase shrinkage, and shorten the life of your linens. Remove items from dryer promptly, while still damp, to minimize wrinkles. Smooth and fold, or press with an iron, if desired.
Ironing – Check to make sure your steam iron is clean – mineral deposits could cause brown spotting. Iron linens while still damp. To restore the lustrous face of sateen fabrics, iron on the reverse side. For embroidered linens, iron them on the reverse side atop a towel to preserve the three-dimensional effect of the embroidery. Use a press cloth to protect delicate lace and cutwork.
Shrinkage – All natural fibers will shrink to some extent, but in most instances we purchase products that are generously overcut to allow for shrinkage. Check the product that you purchase (for size – width & length). Do not wash or, especially, dry linens on a hot setting, which is most likely to damage the fabric and intensify shrinkage. Always follow instructions on care label.

InnStyle offers a wide variety of sheets with differing thread counts. We have 100% cotton and cotton blend sheets for your bed & breakfast, inn or hotel – all at wholesale prices.

Contact an InnStyle Representative today. Customer attention and satisfaction is our hallmark. Give us a call at 800-877-4667 and benefit from our knowledgeable staff.

5 Uses For Area Rugs For Innkeepers

Whether long and narrow, short and wide or one that covers the entire floor surface, area rugs do so much more than simply cover the floor. InnStyle, the “one stop shop” for innkeepers, carries a huge selection of area rugs of all shapes, styles and purposes. Any innkeeper is sure to find the area rug that perfectly suits their needs, such as:

Change the entire appearance of a room: Standard rectangular rugs provide both utility and elegance while circular and octagonal rugs add a unique look. Quickly and economically change the “theme” of your space just by adding or replacing the area rug.
Add warmth and safety to a bathroom: Replace the floor towel outside the shower or tub with a small absorbent rug that has a “sticky” bottom for safety. Use an area rug as a rug runner in front of the bathroom vanity for warmth and elegance. Place an area rug at an angle in the center of the bathroom to make it an interesting focal point.
Have your foyer make a statement: The right area rug placed in the foyer can speak volumes about what your guests can expect and really make guests entering your home feel welcome. Change the rug seasonally to keep repeat guests guessing, “What’s different?”
Spice up a dining room: Place the area rug in such a way that it adds flair and provides separation if blending the kitchen and dining room decor. In larger dining areas or in eating areas separate from the kitchen, use area rugs to add elegance or a dramatic flair.
Make your guest rooms memorable: Area rugs are excellent style upgrades and are affordable options for floors that need updating when there’s no budget for a flooring makeover. Add style to an otherwise bland room, or modify the decor of a room designed toward an “aging” trend.

InnStyle is the source for innkeeper supplies and linens since 1952. We offer a complete line of quality products and services to add to the hospitality of your bed and breakfast, inn or establishment. In addition to products shown on this web site, we can special order almost any product you find in other catalogs or stores. Please feel free to call us at 1-800-877-4667 or e-mail us for more information.

Waffle Weave Blankets, Towels and Robes Feel As Yummy As They Sound

Waffle weave fabric is a woven fabric with a recessed square pattern resembling the look of the popular breakfast treat or honey bee comb. During the weaving process, the ridges outlining the squares or diamonds are raised on all sides by floating both the warp and the weft, and gradually decreasing the floats moving from the ridges toward the centers. The result is a versatile fabric, ranging in gauge from fine to coarse, that is very absorbent.

The adaptable nature of waffle weave fabric makes it a popular choice for many bath and kitchen accessories, including:

Bath Towels: The waffle weave fabric is highly absorbent. It also allows air to flow through it so that it dries quickly, thus making it a perfect choice for towels. Waffle fabrics are made in a range of weights. Coarse or large gauge waffle weave material makes particularly luxurious, plush towels.
Washcloths: The waffle weave design is engineered in such a way as to absorb soapy water and hold it inside of the specialty woven pockets.
Dishcloths: The tiny squares are designed to remove large amounts of water away from the surface and reduce streaking.
Bathrobes: The weave that makes fast-drying dishcloths and dishtowels also works well for a lightweight summer bathrobe. Medium gauge waffle weave has thermal properties and provides warmth that is a perfect choice for cozy cool weather robes.
Blankets: Waffle weave has thermal properties that provide warmth and insulation by trapping body heat and forming a warm layer next to the skin, thereby increasing heat retention. In addition, waffle weave fabric is highly absorbent and available in a variety of weights. These features make this fabric perfect for blankets.

InnStyle carries a wide selection of towels, blankets and robes in comfortable, cozy and absorbent waffle weave. Browse the website and take a taste of your favorite waffle today.

Four Fancy Ways To Fold A Napkin

InnStyle is a wholesale fine linens supplier for bed, bath and dining for the innkeeping industry. We are a family business that began by providing hotel fine linens to local bed and breakfasts, country inns and restaurants in our community. We expanded nationally and provide a full product line to fulfill the needs of our customers who prefer “one stop shopping”.

As we approach the holiday season, many of our loyal customers are interested in tips for setting a warm, inviting holiday table. From simple to elegant, InnStyle carries the table linens needed to set “just the right” table. But, how to set this table has always been up to our customers!! InnStyle would like to offer our assistance in this area as well.

Here are four techniques for folding an elegant napkin:

Envelope fold: Place square napkin on table like diamond, with one point facing you. Fold in half upward, point to point, to make triangle. Fold left and right corners of triangle inward so points meet at midpoint of base. Fold outer portions inward again in similar manner, with folds meeting at centre. Fold bottom section of napkin up so you have rectangular bottom and triangle “flap” above it. Fold “flap” down over rectangle to resemble sealed envelope.
Fleur-de-Lis fold: Begin with your square napkin unfolded (press it for a really polished look). Fold the bottom corner up to meet the top corner to form a triangle, then bring the two side corners up to the top corner so that you have a square again. Bring the bottom corner up part way so that there is an inch or so of space between it and the top corner. Fold the bottom corner down so there is a little triangular tab hanging down. Finally, tuck the side flaps towards the back. And pull the “rabbit ears” at the top down and to the side – and there you have your fleur de lis!
Silver Buffet fold: This creates a nice pocket to put the silverware in. Start with your square napkin unfolded. Fold in half from the bottom two corners up to the top two corners to form a rectangle (hot dog style!). Fold in half again to form a square (hamburger style!) and rotate it so that the open corners are pointing up. Roll the top two corners down to the halfway point, then just tuck the two side corners behind the whole thing, and you have your silver buffet pouch. Slide a set of silverware in, and place it on top of the plate, next to it, or in true buffet fashion, in the center of the table.
Pyramid fold: Place square napkin on table like diamond, with one point facing you. Fold in half upward, point to point, to make triangle. Fold left corner up to meet top corner. Turn napkin over. Fold diagonally in half by bringing bottom point up to meet top. You now have a triangle. Lift up base of triangle toward you while bringing outer points closer together underneath.

InnStyle stocks napkins in many styles, fabrics, sizes and colors. You will be pleased with our selection, prices and customer service. Call us Toll Free: 1-800-877-INNS (4667).