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LINEN MANAGEMENT Flashcards

1
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The total number of yarns per square inch of fabric

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Thread count

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2
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A high thread count often indicates?

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finer yarns

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3
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The best thread count for sheets/The best cotton bed sheets often have thread counts between?

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300 & 500

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4
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When to pay attention to thread count

The only time thread count matters is for ____ with ____

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100% cotton sheets with single-ply weaves

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5
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When to ignore thread count?

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

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6
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A two-ply yarn means a thread is made up of 2 smaller strands that have been twisted together

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Multiple-ply yarns

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7
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Manufactured in a factory and can be produced to be super thin, meaning these often have thread counts in the thousands

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Polyester/Cotton blends

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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

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Rayon (viscose,lyocell and modal)

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9
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These are natural fibers but can’t have thread counts that are comparable to cotton

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Linen and Silk

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

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10
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These sheet fabrics are oftern made with cotton, but you likely won’t come across thread counts for them because of their construction

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Flannel & knit fabrics

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10
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A satin weave that feels soft and smooth because it has yarns in one direction that float over several yarns in the opposite direction

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Sateen

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

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11
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Made with continuous loops instead of weaves

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jersey-knit sheets

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12
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Most popular sheet fabric

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100% cotton/Egyptian cotton sheets

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13
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Cost less and are more durable and wrinkle-resistant, but they may not feel as natural

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Cotton/Polyster blends

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14
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Brand name for lyocell and modal

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Tencel

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15
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The umbrella term for ____ fibers, including viscose, lyocell and modal

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“regenerated cellulose”

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16
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Basic, grid-like weave that feels light and crisp

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Percale

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17
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Type of linens:

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  • Bed linens
  • Bath Linens
18
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Bed Linens:

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  • Flat sheets
  • Fitted sheets
  • Duvet
  • Bed pad
  • Pillow cases
19
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Bath Linens:

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  • Bath towels
  • Bath mat
  • Hand towel
  • Face towel
  • Bathrobe
20
Q

Pillows:

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  • Pillow Sham
  • Throw pillowse
  • Neck roll
21
Q

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

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Pillow Sham

22
Q

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

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23
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Filled with the soft inner feathers of ducks or geese. Known for their luxurious feel and excellent support

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Down Pillow

24
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A great alternative to down that has moisture–wicking & temperature regulating properties. Typically made from synthetic fibers

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Down Alternative Pillow

25
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Another popular option found in many hotels. It is designed to conform the shape of the head and neck

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Memory foam pillows

26
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Expensive to replace and if it is well maintained, correctly laundered and properly stored, its life can be extended

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Linen

27
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Linen Room Organization:

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  • Centralized Linen Room
  • Decentralized Linen Room
28
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Linens from all floors are connected and sorted in one central area

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Centralized linen room

29
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Each floor maintins its own par stock of linen in floor pantries

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Decentralized Linen Room

30
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Planning the Linen Room

Must be accessible. It should be situated near the service elevator

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Location

31
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Planning the Linen Room

Provide space for storage areas, linen exchange counters or desk and soiled linen collection area

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Space

32
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Planning the Linen Room

At least 4 feet wide to ensure easy movement of heavy trolley

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Entrance

33
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Planning the Linen Room

Floor tiles are avoided as they tend to chip. Tile walls are ideal

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Floors and walls

34
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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

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Lighting & Ventilation

35
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Planning the Linen Room

Designed for maximum utilization of space

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Storage

36
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Planning the Linen Room

Must be close to the entrance and must be large enough to accommodate all the soiled linens

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Soiled linen area

37
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Planning the Linen Room

Wide enough to pass bundle of linen through

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Linen Exchange Counter

38
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Planning the Linen Room

Segrated according to designation and department

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Uniform Storage Area

39
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Planning the Linen Room

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

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Guest Laundry
Area

40
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Type of Laundry:

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  • On-premise laundry
  • Contract-out-laundry
41
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Located in the hotel premise and owned by the hotel. The laundry staffs are employed by the hotel

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On-premise Laundry

42
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Basic Laundry Equipment:

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

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