In the cost structure of hotel operations, the purchase and replacement of linen is a continuous expense. As a core item that directly affects guests' stay experience, the quality of linen not only relates to guests' evaluation of the hotel, but also directly links to the hotel's brand image. However, many hotel operators tend to fall into the trap of "seeking bargains" when making purchases. Although choosing low-priced linen may seem to save initial expenses, such products often develop problems such as pilling, damage, and fading after just twenty or thirty washes. In the end, the cost per use is even higher. So, how can we achieve "cost-saving purchasing" while ensuring the quality of the linen? By mastering the following key points, you can easily balance quality and cost.

The first step: Anchor the hotel's positioning and refuse to blindly follow the trend

The choice of linen is not "the more high-end, the better", but should be precisely matched with the hotel's own positioning. Hotels of different star ratings have significantly different requirements for the fabric specifications of linen. Blindly pursuing high specifications will only increase unnecessary costs.

Three-star hotels: Give priority to choosing bedding made of 4040 or 4060 Gongsatin fabric. This type of fabric has a soft touch and moderate luster. It not only meets the basic comfort needs of guests but also conforms to the overall decoration style and pricing positioning of three-star hotels, offering outstanding cost performance.

Four-star hotels: It is recommended to use fabric of 60*60 specification. Compared with three-star hotels, the fabric of this specification has a higher density and a finer texture. When laid on the bed, it can present a more upscale drape, which is in line with the high-end positioning of four-star hotels and at the same time avoids the cost waste of higher-specification fabrics.

Five-star hotels: High-quality fabrics of 60*80 and above specifications can be selected. Five-star hotels take "ultimate experience" as their core. The softness, breathability and durability of high-specification fabrics are superior, allowing guests to feel the detailed texture of high-end accommodation and helping to enhance the brand's reputation.

Step 2: Choose the right material to balance comfort and durability

The material of the linen directly determines its comfort and service life. Currently, the two mainstream materials on the market, pure cotton and polyester-cotton, each have their own advantages. A reasonable choice should be made based on the hotel's needs.

Pure cotton material: Its greatest advantage is its strong skin-friendliness, soft touch and breathability, making it especially suitable for hotels with high requirements for sleep experience. However, pure cotton fabric also has obvious shortcomings - it has poor wash resistance. After multiple washes, it is prone to problems such as shrinkage, deformation and damage, which requires more frequent replacement. In the long run, this will increase the replacement cost.

Polyester-cotton material: It combines the advantages of "durability" and "cost performance". Polyester-cotton fabric has strong anti-wrinkle properties, is not prone to pilling or deformation after washing, and dries quickly, which can reduce the drying and turnover time of linen. At the same time, its price is 15% to 20% lower than that of pure cotton, which can directly reduce the initial procurement cost. However, it should be noted that the proportion of "polyester" in polyester-cotton fabric should not be too high (it is recommended not to exceed 50%), otherwise it will cause the fabric to feel stiff and affect the guest experience.

Hotels can choose materials based on the characteristics of their own customer groups: If the main customer groups are business people and families who pursue a comfortable experience, pure cotton materials can be emphasized. If the customer base is highly mobile and there is a higher demand for the durability of the linen (such as in budget hotels and economy hotels), polyester-cotton material would be a more suitable choice.

Step 3: Verify authoritative testing to avoid "inferior traps"

The "durability" of linen cannot be judged merely by the naked eye, and "tear strength" is the core indicator for measuring its durability - the higher the tear strength, the more washable the linen is, the longer its service life is, and it can significantly reduce the long-term replacement cost. Therefore, when making a purchase, it is essential to ask the manufacturer to provide two key proofs:

Product inspection report: Focus on checking the core data such as "tear strength", "color fastness", and "shrinkage rate" in the report to ensure that the data meet the operational requirements of the hotel (for example, it can still maintain its basic shape and texture after 50 washes).

Authoritative certification qualification Give priority to choosing manufacturers that have passed national standards (such as GB/T22864-2020 "Towel" Standard), international quality system certifications (such as ISO9001) or eco-textile certifications (such as Oeko-Tex Standard 100). The production processes of such manufacturers are more standardized and the product quality is more guaranteed. It can avoid the frequent replacement problem caused by purchasing inferior linen.

Step 4: Pay attention to the detailed design to extend the lifespan of the linen

Many people only look at the "big picture" when purchasing linen, but overlook the impact of details on its service life. Especially for cloths (towels, bath towels), the detailed design directly determines their durability and user experience

Give priority to products with high grammage and long loops: The higher the grammage (for example, the grammage of a towel is recommended to be ≥350g/㎡), the longer and more evenly distributed the loops of the towel, not only feels softer and fluffier, has better water absorption performance, but also has a more stable fiber structure, is less likely to shed or break during washing, and has a service life that can be extended by more than 30% compared to ordinary towels.

Check the stitching and thread end treatment: Carefully examine whether the stitching of the linen is smooth, whether the stitches are fine, and whether the thread ends are trimmed clean. If the seams are rough and the thread ends are loose, it is very likely that the threads will come apart or snag during the washing process, leading to the premature scrapping of the linen.

Choosing the right supplier saves you both time and money

The core of purchasing linen is to "calculate the long-term account" rather than "focus on the current price". After comprehensively considering the service life of the linen, washing costs (washable linen can reduce the number of washes and detergent consumption), and maintenance costs, choosing the product with the best cost performance is the true way to "save money".

If you are looking for a reliable linen supplier, you might as well learn about Mengfeisi - a powerful enterprise integrating the production, customization and sales of hotel home textile towels, bath towels, bathrobes, bedding and other products. We adopt international advanced textile technology and management models, strictly follow the national standard GB/T22864-2020, and have passed ISO9001: It has obtained the 2000 International Quality System Certification, the Oeko-Tex Standard 100 International Ecological Textile Certification, and has been awarded many honors such as "Advanced Enterprise in the Creation of Safe Consumption in Jiangsu Province" and "National High-tech Enterprise".

From raw material selection to production processing, from quality inspection to after-sales follow-up, our R&D team, quality inspection system and after-sales team provide full supervision throughout the process. We can offer customized solutions for hotels of different star ratings, allowing you to not only purchase high-quality linen that meets your positioning but also reduce long-term operating costs, achieving a "win-win" situation for both the hotel and its guests.