LINEN MANAGEMENT

Question 1

The total number of yarns per square inch of fabric

Answer 1

Thread count

Question 2

A high thread count often indicates?

Answer 2

finer yarns

Question 3

The best thread count for sheets/The best cotton bed sheets often have thread counts between?

Answer 3

300 & 500

Question 4

When to pay attention to thread count

The only time thread count matters is for ____ with ____

Answer 4

100% cotton sheets with single-ply weaves

Question 5

When to ignore thread count?

Answer 5

If the sheets aren’t 100% cotton with single-ply weaves

Question 6

A two-ply yarn means a thread is made up of 2 smaller strands that have been twisted together

Answer 6

Multiple-ply yarns

Question 7

Manufactured in a factory and can be produced to be super thin, meaning these often have thread counts in the thousands

Answer 7

Polyester/Cotton blends

Question 8

These fibers use plants as the raw material, but are chemically processed into semi-synthetic fibers. Similar to polyester and aren’t comparable to cotton

Answer 8

Rayon (viscose,lyocell and modal)

Question 9

These are natural fibers but can’t have thread counts that are comparable to cotton

Answer 9

Linen and Silk

Linen is thick, so thread count is low. Silk is so thin, it’s typically measured by fabric weight

Question 10

These sheet fabrics are oftern made with cotton, but you likely won’t come across thread counts for them because of their construction

Answer 10

Flannel & knit fabrics

Question 10

A satin weave that feels soft and smooth because it has yarns in one direction that float over several yarns in the opposite direction

Answer 10

Sateen

because of its grid-like weave, percfale tends to have a lower thread count than sateen

Question 11

Made with continuous loops instead of weaves

Answer 11

jersey-knit sheets

Question 12

Most popular sheet fabric

Answer 12

100% cotton/Egyptian cotton sheets

Question 13

Cost less and are more durable and wrinkle-resistant, but they may not feel as natural

Answer 13

Cotton/Polyster blends

Question 14

Brand name for lyocell and modal

Answer 14

Tencel

Question 15

The umbrella term for ____ fibers, including viscose, lyocell and modal

Answer 15

“regenerated cellulose”

Question 16

Basic, grid-like weave that feels light and crisp

Answer 16

Percale

Question 17

Type of linens:

Answer 17

• Bed linens
• Bath Linens

Question 18

Bed Linens:

Answer 18

• Flat sheets
• Fitted sheets
• Duvet
• Bed pad
• Pillow cases

Question 19

Bath Linens:

Answer 19

• Bath towels
• Bath mat
• Hand towel
• Face towel
• Bathrobe

Question 20

Pillows:

Answer 20

• Pillow Sham
• Throw pillowse
• Neck roll

Question 21

Usually have complex designs or patterns that are very eye catching. The opening is almost always found on the back of the cover. Acts as a decorative piece and is not meant to be used for sleeping

Answer 21

Pillow Sham

Question 22

Add a touchg of pizzass (glamour) and personality to the bed

Question 23

Filled with the soft inner feathers of ducks or geese. Known for their luxurious feel and excellent support

Answer 23

Down Pillow

Question 24

A great alternative to down that has moisture--wicking & temperature regulating properties. Typically made from synthetic fibers

Answer 24

Down Alternative Pillow

Question 25

Another popular option found in many hotels. It is designed to conform the shape of the head and neck

Answer 25

Memory foam pillows

Question 26

Expensive to replace and if it is well maintained, correctly laundered and properly stored, its life can be extended

Answer 26

Linen

Question 27

Linen Room Organization:

Answer 27

* Centralized Linen Room * Decentralized Linen Room

Question 28

Linens from all floors are connected and sorted in one central area

Answer 28

Centralized linen room

Question 29

Each floor maintins its own par stock of linen in floor pantries

Answer 29

Decentralized Linen Room

Question 30

# *Planning the Linen Room* Must be accessible. It should be situated near the service elevator

Answer 30

Location

Question 31

# *Planning the Linen Room* Provide space for storage areas, linen exchange counters or desk and soiled linen collection area

Answer 31

Space

Question 32

# *Planning the Linen Room* At least 4 feet wide to ensure easy movement of heavy trolley

Answer 32

Entrance

Question 33

# *Planning the Linen Room* Floor tiles are avoided as they tend to chip. Tile walls are ideal

Answer 33

Floors and walls

Question 34

# *Planning the Linen Room* Adequate ventilation is important to prevent growth of mildew. Air must be free of humidityn and maintained at a 20 degree celcius

Answer 34

Lighting & Ventilation

Question 35

# *Planning the Linen Room* Designed for maximum utilization of space

Answer 35

Storage

Question 36

# *Planning the Linen Room* Must be close to the entrance and must be large enough to accommodate all the soiled linens

Answer 36

Soiled linen area

Question 37

# *Planning the Linen Room* Wide enough to pass bundle of linen through

Answer 37

Linen Exchange Counter

Question 38

# *Planning the Linen Room* Segrated according to designation and department

Answer 38

Uniform Storage Area

Question 39

# *Planning the Linen Room* Space must be allocated for storing, marking and recording soiled guest articles before they are sent to the laundry

Answer 39

Guest Laundry Area

Question 40

Type of Laundry:

Answer 40

* On-premise laundry * Contract-out-laundry

Question 41

Located in the hotel premise and owned by the hotel. The laundry staffs are employed by the hotel

Answer 41

On-premise Laundry

Question 42

Basic Laundry Equipment:

Answer 42

* Washing Machine * Drying Machine * Steam Cabinets and tunnels * Flatwork iron and pressing machine * Folding machine