Season’s Leasings: A Guide to Laundry Services at Christmas

With Christmas light switch-ons and gift buying in abundance, the festive season is well and truly on the way. Amidst the hustle and bustle of the lead-up to Christmas, businesses in the hospitality industry are gearing up for a surge in customers and seasonal events. Of course, any restaurant, hotel or catering business will be aware of the need for extra supplies during this incredibly busy time, and linen is no exception.

 

From getting in additional tablecloths, napkins and kitchen uniforms to meet the demand to ensuring your linens can be swiftly cleaned and made ready for use again, laundry ends up becoming a big consideration during the holiday season. With this in mind, we’re here to help guide you through the ins and outs of managing your laundry needs during the Christmas period.

Consider Tablecloth Hiring Services

Whether you need restaurant tablecloths, napkins, bed linens or staff uniforms, sourcing additional inventory for the festive period can prove to be a costly expense for your business - especially if you're intending to purchase it all upfront. Although during peak periods you’ll no doubt be grateful to have it, chances are that for the rest of the year it’ll sit unused when business is slower.

 

However, rather than needlessly investing your money in this way, have you considered using a commercial linen hire service? This smarter, more financially-manageable solution allows you to hire the specific amount of linen you need, exactly when you need it. Plus, when hiring from a reputable company like London LInen, you can also take advantage of a transparent pricing model, so you know that you will only ever be paying for what you need.

Outsource to a Laundry Service

Naturally, with all of this extra linen to account for over the holidays, you need to be able to guarantee that it can be cleaned and maintained properly. While this can be done in-house, it requires the sufficient time, money, staff and resources to do so. Not only would you need to invest in industrial washing and drying machines, but you would also  need to find the time for staff to do laundry duties, which could impact your business’s efficiency. Plus, it goes without saying that your utility bills would skyrocket - all issues that would only become even more difficult to manage over Christmas.

 

Fortunately, if you choose a linen hire company like London Linen, laundry services are all part of the package. Not only will we clean your linen to the highest possible standard with premium-quality facilities, we’ll also pick up and deliver it to you, allowing you to focus on more pressing tasks.

Preparing Your Business for Christmas with Linen

Now that we’ve established the ways in which your business can benefit from linen hire and laundry services this Christmas, it’s time to talk about how you can use this linen to improve the customer experience at your establishment. While there are many creative and practical ways to prepare your restaurant or hotel for the festive period, here are a few ways that you can use linen to your advantage.

Festive Table Settings

As Christmas approaches, transforming your restaurant or hotel into a festive haven

begins with the dining experience. Make use of your linens to create captivating table settings that capture the spirit of the season. Opt for red and green tablecloths to evoke a traditional Christmas ambiance, complemented by napkins and table runners in festive prints or patterns. The choice of linens can set the tone for a joyful and celebratory dining experience, leaving a lasting impression on your guests.

Special Napkin Folds

Make your Christmas dining experience all the more memorable by incorporating creative and festive napkin folds into your table settings. Whether it's a Christmas tree fold or a classic reindeer design, the right folds can add a touch of whimsy to each place setting which will delight guests of all ages. Work with your commercial linen service to ensure that your napkins are of the highest quality and designed to hold intricate folds.

Seasonal Uniforms for Staff

Extend the holiday spirit to your staff by incorporating Christmas-themed linens into their uniforms. From festive aprons for kitchen staff to holiday-inspired ties for waitstaff, these touches contribute to a unified look and cheerful atmosphere. Your staff becomes an integral part of the festive decor, thus enhancing the overall guest experience and spreading holiday joy.

Coordinated Bed Linens for Hotels

Hotels can infuse the Christmas spirit into guest rooms by coordinating linens with festive themes. Consider bedding sets with Christmas patterns or holiday-inspired accent pillows. Top it off with a neatly folded, cosy throw at the foot of the bed. These thoughtful details contribute to a warm and welcoming atmosphere that guests will really appreciate during the coldest months of the year.

Festive Towels & Bathroom Decor

The holiday cheer doesn’t need to be limited to the hotel bedroom; why not spread it into your bathrooms by incorporating festive hand towels and decor? Choose hand towels in Christmas colours or patterns and add holiday-scented candles or potpourri for an extra touch. Small details in these often-overlooked spaces can really elevate the overall guest experience and work towards a cohesive festive theme throughout your hotel.

Give Your Events That Extra Special Touch

Whether it’s an office party or a big family dinner, for hotels or restaurants hosting holiday functions and events, you could consider offering special event linens that add a personal touch to the festive occasion. This could include premium tablecloths, chair covers and napkins designed specifically for Christmas celebrations. Going the extra mile with the finishing touches gives off the impression that your venue is well-equipped to host memorable Christmas gatherings.

Where Can I Find Restaurant & Hotel Laundry Services Near Me?

As the festive season approaches, don't let the stress of managing your linens dampen your holiday spirit. When you work with London Linen, you can rest assured that your linens will be professionally laundered by specialists every time, keeping them soft and fresh for your guests to enjoy. Elevate your hotel, restaurant or catering company with linens that speak volumes about your commitment to quality!

 

To find out more about how we can help your business thrive all year long - not just for the Christmas season - get in touch with us today for more information about our restaurant and hotel laundry services.