What is linen rental?
Any business in the hospitality industry needs linens. Items such as tablecloths and napkins, towels and aprons, sheets and pillowcases, chef and cook wear, and many others are a vital part of your business. Many businesses try to supply these items themselves. However, unlike most other items you purchase for your business, the initial cost of the linen is just the beginning. Many people do not realize that the majority of your linen bill is not the merchandise itself. We have found that the initial cost of the linen is only about 10% of the total life cycle cost. Linens must be cleaned and processed after each use. The size and quantity of the linens also means that you can’t just wash them in a regular washing machine like you have at home. You need specialized equipment to wash, dry, iron, and fold them. You also need the right chemicals to get out the heavy soil that business use creates. If you use the wrong chemicals or equipment, the life of the linen will be drastically reduce
