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In depth analysis: Root cause of damage to hotel linen bedding

As a deep observer and professional leader in the industry, China Hotel Linen Network has long been committed to providing comprehensive and authoritative information and solutions for the hotel linen field. In the complex system of hotel operation, the maintenance status of hotel linens and bedding not only relates to the daily operating costs of the hotel, but also directly affects the guest's check-in experience and the hotel's service quality. Given the extremely frequent cleaning frequency of hotel linens, they face a higher risk of damage compared to ordinary home textile bedding. Next, we will rely on the profound experience and cutting-edge knowledge accumulated by China Hotel Linen Network in the industry to deeply analyze the various root causes of damage to hotel linen bedding.

1、 The hidden risk of damage in the washing process

The key impact of feeding timing: When the washing equipment is running, rushing to feed due to insufficient water, especially bleach chemicals, can easily lead to serious consequences. When the amount of water is insufficient, the detergent cannot be evenly dispersed and is highly concentrated in specific areas of the linen. Taking a practical scenario as an example, a laundry room staff member at a certain hotel added bleach when the water level in the washing machine was only half up in a rush, resulting in a batch of bed sheets showing obvious local fading and fiber damage, seriously affecting the service life of the linen. China Hotel Linen Network has repeatedly emphasized that strictly following the operating standards of washing equipment and ensuring feeding when there is sufficient water is the foundation for ensuring the safety of linen washing.

Fine control of bleach use: When using bleach detergents in the laundry room, caution should be exercised, especially with bleach powder (chlorine bleach). Improper control of factors such as temperature, concentration, and residual amount after washing can cause irreversible damage to the linen. When the temperature is too high, the reaction of bleach is too intense, which can excessively erode the fabric fibers; If the concentration is too high, it will cause excessive bleaching in the local area of the linen, resulting in uneven color and even holes. In addition, if there is too much bleach residue after washing, it will continue to damage the linen fibers during subsequent use and storage. The expert team of China Hotel Linen Network suggests that it is crucial to accurately select suitable products for different stains. For example, protein stains such as blood stains can be easily and effectively removed by enzyme based detergents through enzymatic decomposition, without damaging the fabric like blindly using bleach.

The threat of corrosive chemicals: Some cleaning products used in hotels contain corrosive components, and strong acidic cleaning agents have a particularly significant destructive power on cotton fabrics. During the cleaning process of the guest room, if the waiter accidentally splashes such cleaning agents onto the bed sheets, duvet covers, and other linens, and fails to clean them in a timely manner, the cleaning agents will quickly erode the fibers of the linens, causing a significant decrease in the firmness of the local area. For example, strong acid cleaners used to clean toilets, once contaminated with linen, can cause discoloration and fiber brittleness on the surface of the linen in a short period of time, greatly shortening its normal service life. China Hotel Linen Network reminds all hotels to strengthen the training of room cleaning personnel, improve their awareness of the hazards of corrosive chemicals, and enhance their ability to promptly handle stains on linens, which is the key to reducing such risks.

The hazards of detergent misuse: The cleaning agents used in laundry rooms are mostly chemical products, and their use requires professional knowledge and a high sense of responsibility. Once there is a situation where washing products are mixed or added incorrectly, the damage to the linen should not be underestimated. For example, the strong detergent designed specifically for kitchen heavy oil stains is mistakenly used for washing ordinary linen. Due to the excessive cleaning power of this type of detergent, it will excessively peel off the oil on the surface of the linen fibers, resulting in fiber damage and brittleness, seriously affecting the softness and durability of the linen. China Hotel Linen Network suggests that hotels establish comprehensive detergent management and usage standards, provide regular training and assessment for laundry room staff, and ensure the correct use of detergents.

2、 Damage caused by machine and human factors

Hidden danger of washing machine drum: If there are burrs or some parts of the washing machine drum are not smooth enough, during the high-speed washing process, it will act like tiny knives, scraping and wearing the linen. At the initial stage, the fabric shows signs of yarn pulling and sticking. As the number of uses increases, these minor damages will gradually expand, forming small holes, ultimately leading to the inability of the fabric to function properly. China Hotel Linen Network has been tracking industry data for a long time and found that hotels that regularly inspect and maintain the washing machine drum have a significantly lower rate of linen damage caused by drum problems. The hotel should establish a strict equipment maintenance system, promptly detect and repair the uneven parts of the rotor, and reduce the occurrence of such damage from the source.

Negligence in pre washing inspection: Pre washing inspection may seem simple, but it is actually crucial. If the staff fails to fulfill their inspection duties seriously, some sharp or hard debris, such as hair clips, coins, staples left by customers in bed sheets, will mix into the linen and enter the washing process. During the stirring and rolling process of the washing machine, these impurities are prone to scratching the linen, causing irreparable damage. China Hotel Linen Network advocates that hotels adopt standardized sorting processes and operating standards, strengthen training and supervision of sorting personnel, and improve their level of detail in their work, which is the key to reducing the risk of such damage.

Improper loading and unloading operations: During the loading and unloading process before and after washing, if the operator applies too much force, or if the cloth accidentally touches sharp objects such as metal corners of loading and unloading vehicles, protruding parts of machinery and equipment, the cloth will be easily punctured or hooked. This not only requires operators to maintain standardized handling during the operation process, but also requires regular inspections of the loading and unloading area environment, removal of sharp objects that may cause harm to the linen, and ensuring the safety of the linen during the loading and unloading process. China Hotel Linen Network suggests that hotels develop detailed loading and unloading operation guidelines and provide training to relevant personnel to strengthen their awareness of linen protection.

Washing and dehydration operation error: During the washing and dehydration process, if the uniform distribution is not good, the cloth grass will be unevenly distributed in the dehydration bucket, which will cause some areas to bear excessive centrifugal force and be pulled apart; If the stripping time is too long, the linen fibers will also be damaged due to excessive mechanical force. In addition, washing for too short a time or too few times can result in ineffective removal of residual detergent, stains, etc., incomplete washing programs, and failure to neutralize residual alkali and chlorine, which can cause chronic damage to the linen during long-term use and reduce its service life. A collaborative study between China Hotel Linen Network and industry experts has shown that setting a reasonable washing and dehydration program based on the material and characteristics of different linens, ensuring accurate parameters, can significantly prolong the use time of linens.

The impact of linen quality and storage environment: linen is already of poor quality, and in the subsequent use and washing process, it is naturally more prone to damage. Meanwhile, the storage environment also has a significant impact on the lifespan of linens. Cotton fabrics need to be stored in a dry and well ventilated environment, and the edges of the shelves in the warehouse should be kept smooth to avoid scratching the linen. In addition, the linen room also needs to take measures to prevent insects and rodents from damaging the linen. For example, in humid environments, linen is prone to mold, leading to a decrease in fiber strength; And the gnawing of mice will directly render the linen useless. China Hotel Linen Network reminds hotels to strictly control the quality and choose high-quality suppliers when purchasing linens; At the same time, optimizing the storage environment for linen provides good conditions for its long-term preservation.

Mechanical operation abnormality: If the loading capacity of the washing equipment is too small, it will increase the tension on the linen inside the equipment, resulting in damage; If there is a backstabbing phenomenon inside the washing equipment, it will continuously scrape the cloth during the washing process, causing fiber damage; Excessive rotation speed of the washing tub can cause excessive friction between the linen and internal components of the equipment, which can also cause serious damage to the linen. China Hotel Linen Network recommends that hotels regularly maintain and debug their washing equipment, control the loading capacity reasonably according to the specifications of the equipment and the actual situation of the linen, ensure the normal operation parameters of the equipment, and avoid damage to the linen due to mechanical reasons.

Disadvantages of mixed drying: Different fabrics have different drying time and temperature requirements. If they are mixed together for drying, in order to achieve the drying effect on fabrics that are difficult to dry, the overall drying time must be extended, which can cause some fabrics that are sensitive to drying time to be damaged due to excessive drying. For example, when cotton bed sheets are mixed with silk pillowcases for drying, silk pillowcases may shrink or become brittle due to prolonged high-temperature drying to ensure that the cotton bed sheets are completely dry. China Hotel Linen Network emphasizes that hotels should classify the drying process reasonably based on the characteristics of the fabric, and adopt professional drying equipment and procedures to ensure the quality and service life of the linen.

In summary, the damage to hotel linen bedding is the result of multiple factors such as washing, machinery, and human intervention. China Hotel Linen Network suggests that hotels start from various aspects, strengthen management and operational norms, and effectively reduce linen damage, lower operating costs, and enhance the overall service quality and market competitiveness of hotels by improving employee professional competence, optimizing washing processes, and regularly maintaining equipment.