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Laundry Service Recommendations on Massage Table Linens
One of the most important decisions you make for your massage business is purchasing the right massage table linens. After all, they are one of the only products that come directly into contact with clients throughout their massage experience. High-quality massage table linens make a big difference!
Your linen choices and linen care say a lot about you as a professional. We’ll leave the massage expertise to you. However, as a laundry service that handles a wide variety of massage table linens, we have a unique outlook on the best types of linens.
Laundry Service Recommendations on Massage Table Linens
Selecting the right massage table linens for your business can be tough! It’s important to consider the launderability and wrinkle-resistance fabric traits we recommend.
As a business laundry service, we see lots of massage table linens. Here are our favorites based on longevity, wrinkle resistance, stain removal, and comfort!
#1: Flannel Massage Table Linens
Flannel massage table linens are made from cotton, wool, and synthetic fibers.
Most clients and laundry companies love flannel sheets! Flannel sheet manufacturers measure their products in weight instead of thread count – grams per square meter or ounces per square yard. The heavier the weight, the more comfortable the flannel should be. Also, the heavier the weight, the more wrinkle-resistant, As a laundry service, we hate wrinkles!
When compared to 100% Polyester or Polyester Microfiber blends, the wrinkle resistance is unmatched.
Flannel massage table linens do tend to pill because they are often made of cotton and synthetic fibers. To prevent pilling, do not wash linens in cold water or use harsh chemicals on stains– both deteriorate linen fibers.
Flannel Recommendations:
Body Linen
Body Linen is Double-brushed, high-quality 100% cotton flannel. It’s a medium-heavy weight of 4.5 oz. that ensures durability through repeated washings.
Earthlite
Earthlite’s premium 100% natural, unbleached, non-dyed cotton flannel is double-napped for exceptional comfort, warmth, and a soft feel.
London Linens
Made of completely natural and pure cotton, London Linens do not contain any synthetic fibers. This prevents allergies and discomfort for the user.
#2: Poly Cotton Blend Massage Table Linens
Polycotton sheets are a man-made fabric made of a cotton and polyester blend.
A distinct characteristic of polycotton is that it doesn’t stick to the body like cotton does. It’s also woven to allow air to circulate. So, polycotton is generally cooler than cotton and flannel.
However, the light nature of the fabric opens it up to wrinkles and damage. From a laundry service perspective, these are less wrinkle-resistant than flannel sheets but more wrinkle-resistant than 100% polyester sheets. If you are not folding these within 15 minutes of drying, expect wrinkles.
While Polycotton blends are better than 100% polyester massage table linens, they are considerably more work to keep wrinkle-free and have a shorter average lifespan than flannel massage table linens.
Poly Cotton Blend Recommendations:
London Linens
The strong material of London Linens can stand many more washes as compared to microfiber sheets! Less prone to pilling than microfiber sheets.
Body Linen
Made from 180 thread count, this 55/45 Polycotton blend by Body Linen offers a cool and light option for massage table linens.
#3: Poly Microfiber Blend Massage Table Linens
If you have a strong preference between Poly Cotton and Poly Microfiber, go with your gut here! We find them very closely ranked.
Poly Microfiber is a synthetic fabric made from polyester and can feel similar to velvet or suede in its texture. It is softer to the touch than Poly Cotton – which leads to slightly more wrinkles.
Compared to 100% Polyester and 100% Cotton sheets, these are relatively durable and easy to care for. You will be replacing them more frequently than Flannel Table Linens and you will want to grab them from the dryer quickly before they wrinkle. However, those could be costs you are willing to pay for the allure of silky soft table linens.
Poly Microfiber Recommendations:
Saloniture
Saloniture’s microfiber blend and ultra-light material provide soft, silky, breathable comfort for your clients.
For Pro
The For Pro massage sheet set is made from ultra-light microfiber blend material and has a super soft and cozy feel.
#4: Cotton Massage Table Linens
Cotton linens are a popular linen variety for massage therapists. One of the greatest perks associated with 100% cotton blends is their low price point and incredibly soft feel on the skin. That being said, cotton is difficult to clean and has a much shorter lifespan than other materials on the market, which means it will need to be replaced sooner than other materials.
These sheets are very light weight which means you can more easily manage them when doing laundry. If you are being charged per pound by a laundry service, these are slightly cheaper due to their lightweight nature. However, they will damage quickly. It might start to feel like you are always replacing your linen inventory.
As a laundry service that has handled tons of massage table linens, we do not recommend cotton sheets. These are very sensitive to wrinkles and damage very easily! It is tempting to save on expenses when running a business, but we recommend not settling when it comes to massage table linens.
#5: Bamboo Massage Table Linens
There are many reasons you might choose Bamboo massage table linens. But, as a laundry service, we do not like them.
They are known to be one of the silkiest and smoothest fabrics to the touch, making them a perfect fit for the ambiance of a luxurious spa. The beauty of bamboo is that it is attractive to eco-conscious businesses and is one of the most environmentally sustainable materials. Bamboo is also found in conjunction with other sustainable ingredients, such as blends with hemp and soy.
What bamboo adds in sustainability it lacks in functionality. Bamboo massage table linens wrinkle very easily and are difficult to remove stains from. For these reasons, Bamboo massage table linens rank very low on our laundry service scorecard.
Laundry Tips For Massage Table Linens
At the end of the day, the perfect massage table linen is entirely dependent on your business’s budget, sustainability approach, and personal preferences. No matter the type of linen that you choose, it is important to keep in mind these helpful cleaning tips for long-lasting linens:
- Hire a Commercial Laundry Service: Working with commercial laundry services ensures that your massage table linens have the most efficient and effective washes possible.
- Try to Avoid Bleach: Bleach is especially harmful on weaker cotton fabric and causes your linens to wear down quicker than desired. If you do want to use bleach, we recommend using a commercial laundry service that knows how to handle bleach on your massage linens.
- Tackle Oil Stains Quickly: To maintain your massage linens for years to come, it is crucial to always treat oil and lotion stains as soon as you notice them on your sheets.
- Determine Sheet Size Ahead of Time: Massage sheets tend to fit a table smaller han twin size and give a very professional appearance. However, if you have a bigger table or large bolsters, massage sheet sets may not fit your table.
- Decide On Color: There are lots of beautiful choices. Solids—especially whites—look clean and hygienic, but prints carry one big advantage over solids: they can help camouflage stains. But, do you want to camouflage stains instead of removing them? Plain white fabric is the easiest to remove stains from as a laundry service. On pure white massage table linens, we use hotel-quality bleach that safely eliminates stains.
Get Started With 2ULaundry Today
Whether it’s cotton, bamboo, or another massage table linen material that you end up choosing, 2ULaundry can help with cleaning it all! We assist businesses of all sizes with their commercial laundry needs in Austin, Atlanta, Charlotte, Houston, Phoenix, San Antonio, and Tampa.
