As the winter chill sets in, there’s no better time to improve the warmth and comfort of your sleep. Acknowledging the significance of quality sleep for overall well-being and productivity, it becomes essential to focus on preparing your bedding for colder nights ahead. In this blog, we will look at ways to ensure a cosy haven during the winter months!
This month the team at ufurnish.com are giving us their top tips to choose winter friendly living room furniture and how best to subsequently care for these items.
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As the winter season well and truly sets in, transforming your living room into a warm and inviting space becomes a top priority. Creating a cosy winter retreat involves more than just adding blankets and throw pillows; it’s about selecting the right furniture and adopting effective care practices. In this guide, we’ll explore winter living room ideas that will keep you snug and stylish throughout the colder months.
Continue readingAirbnbs are becoming more popular each year and along with hotels, they’re at the top of the pecking order regarding hospitality. Hosting Airbnb takes a lot of planning, attention to detail and commitment. With the right mindset, you can be successful and get good reviews from guests. Here are 4 tips for hosting an Airbnb!
When you upload your Airbnb profile, the messaging is very important. Be clear about what your Airbnb offers. List all the essential amenities, talk about the location’s convenience (if it’s close to the shops or a train station), parking, WIFI connection etc. State the check-in and check-out times clearly.
Don’t forget to include pictures. Not only does this help with first impressions but it gives the potential guest an idea of what the room looks like. However, when you are hosting an Airbnb, don’t over-exaggerate information because you won’t manage customer expectations well.
Greeting your guests when they first arrive is an important tip when hosting an Airbnb. First impressions count and it’s always great to make them feel welcomed when they arrive. Start a small chat and let them know you are available should they have any questions. Being responsive goes a long to building trust and it helps guests settle.
Your Airbnb should be spotless. In times like this, hygiene is everything. Poorly cleaned Airbnb or hotels get the most vocal negative reviews. Make sure your Airbnb is praised for its cleanliness. Prioritise keeping a cleaning schedule for your bathroom and toilet and leave a nice freshener in the hallway.
As Airbnb hosts, you can’t do everything on your own. That’s why Laundryheap is available for you! Our on-demand service provides laundry for your items. What’s more, you can also rent our fresh bed linens and towels. Partner with us so we can contribute to giving your guests the best experience and stay!
Hosting an Airbnb does come with challenges, but it is also rewarding! Nothing beats the feeling of knowing your guests are thankful for letting them stay at a place they can relax and feel at home.
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Toiletries can be quite a struggle for travellers as they don’t want to overpack. On the other hand, toiletries for your hotel can be the difference between good and excellent service. Guests want to be treated like royalty so it’s only right for hotels to go above and beyond to make sure toiletries are always available.
Here are our tips for ordering toiletries for your hotel
Hotel guests are looking for a relaxing time and the bathroom plays a huge part in the overall service. Always ensure you have ordered the right amount of toiletries to save you a lot of frustration. You want to avoid a situation where unhappy guests are confronting you because you have run out of toiletries.
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Running a hotel is already expensive but if you are keeping tabs on your budget, it will help you to stay on track whenever you order toiletries. Considering your budget is sustainable in the long term.
If you’re looking for toiletries that are budget-friendly, Laundryheap Linen’s toiletries are only £2.49 + VAT per item!
Hotels very rarely refill their handwash or shampoos so order small-sized toiletries for your hotel guests. When ordering shampoo or shower gel, it’s recommended you order 30ml amount because it may benefit your hotel guests if they wish to take them home.
When ordering toiletries for your hotel, you need to consider a provider that offers quality products and convenient service. The good news is there is a provider that fits the bill, and it is Laundryheap Linen!
With a set of shampoo, shower gel, body lotion, condition, body soap and hand soap, our toiletries will look great in your hotel bathroom and will no doubt impress your guests!
Visit Laundryheap Linen’s website to order your hotel toiletries!
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Hotels are fabulous places to stay; they’re a great way for guests to start their holiday week! With an abundance of excitement, it’s only fair you have all the essentials in a hotel room for your guests.
We’ve put together a list of essentials in a hotel room so your hotel guests can enjoy their stay with comfort and excitement.
Staying in a hotel should be cosy. After all, it should be a place where guests can get a goodnight’s sleep. Beds, bed linens and bed pillows are essentials in a hotel room for this reason. Make sure beds are routinely cleaned and looked after to maintain consistency.
Enjoying a relaxing bath is one of the best feelings. Guests often forget to bring their own personal toiletries but offering toiletries go a long way in excellent hotel room service. Whether it’s shampoos or soap, your guests’ spirits should be lifted when they are in the bath or shower.
Towels are essential in a hotel room; they add class to your hotel bathroom and leave a lasting impression on guests. Offering body or face towels is good but it’s also vital you take care of your towels by laundering them consistently.
Hotels attract businessmen. Keep your hotel guests topped up with a stable WIFI connection. It’s a great relief for businessmen to know that they can rely on a goodnight’s stay and a stable WIFI connection.
Similarly, tourists will be delighted with a WIFI in case they want to post on their social media (if you’re lucky, they’ll even give your hotel a shoutout if the service is excellent!).
You can even use your WIFI to book a service with Laundryheap in case you need your laundry done immediately.
Whilst you want your guests to be satisfied with their room, you also want to offer them a good closet that allows them to sort out their clothes.
For instance, families would prefer to unpack their clothes and hang them up in a closet. On the other hand, businessmen may like to hang their outfits or suits up in closets.
Guests may need to separate the dirty clothes (that need laundering) so offering a closet to put the clean clothes in is convenient!
If we’re talking about essentials in a hotel room, the list wouldn’t be complete without a TV! Sometimes simplicity is key and there is nothing better than sitting down drinking coffee while watching the TV! It adds entertainment to your guest’s hotel experience!
If you’re a hotel owner, it’s important to remember the essentials in a hotel room and treat your guests like they are royalty.
If you want to partner with an on-demand laundry service, get in touch with Laundryheap today and let us take care of your guests’ laundry chores!
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Getting a good night’s sleep is essential to our everyday health and wellness. But it isn’t always easy to fall asleep. Creating the perfect sleep environment is the first step to achieving a good night’s sleep.
The first step in creating the perfect sleep environment is to make sure that your bed is supporting you. Do you find yourself wasting hours trying to find a comfortable sleeping position? Or wake up with a stiff and sore body? If so, you may need to invest in a new mattress and/or bed. Our bodies respond differently to different mattress firmness, so explore different options before you commit to one. You may find that your current mattress is too firm or soft for your body. If your bed is old, or ill built, consider getting a new one that is strong and unlikely to fall apart. You want a bed that makes you feel comfortable, safe, and completely as ease.
Getting into a bed with freshly washed sheets is one of the greatest pleasures in the world, and can immediately make you feel as ease. Your bedding should be cleaned every two week to get rid of lingering bacteria and dead skin cells. To enhance the calming effect of fresh bedding, buy a detergent that you like the smell of. This will help you to feel happy and relaxed as you drift into sleep.
A cluttered room causes a cluttered mind. Your bedroom should be your sanctuary for sleep and nothing else. You should not be keeping any items in your bedroom that could distract you, most importantly exercise equipment and work materials. Instead, move all potential distractions to another room in your home where you do not have to see them, and therefore think about them. Out of sight, out of mind.
Part of removing all distractions from your bedroom is removing all electronics. There should be no technology, including a TV, in your bedroom, and you should be avoiding it an hour before you sleep as well. Technology emits a blue light that suppresses the melatonin levels in your body that help you to sleep. Additionally, the content consumed on technology is likely to keep you awake due to its level of engagement, leaving you alert hours after you’ve put your phone down. Instead, switch off all of your technology, leave it in another room, and let your bedroom be a place of relaxation.
Your bedroom should be the most relaxing area in your home for you. As such, you should decorate it in a way that makes you feel at ease. For most people, this includes calming colours, soft furnishings, and maybe even a couple of plants. You want your bedroom to make you feel comfortable and safe, so decorate your room to reflect this. At the end of the day, when you enter your room, you want to instantly want to crawl into bed and drift off into a relaxing slumber.
Aromatherapy is the process of using aromatic materials, such as essential oils, to improve your psychological and physical wellbeing. Aromas, such as lavender, chamomile, and ylang-ylang can help create a serene environment that relaxes your body and mind and helps you drift off more easily to sleep. Try experimenting with a couple of essential oils, perhaps using them in a diffuser, to see if they have a positive impact helping you sleep.
It’s best to sleep in the dark as this is when we produce melatonin, which helps relax the body and enables us to sleep. Our bodies are sensitive to light, and when it is bright we assume that we should be awake, regardless of what time it is. To ensure that your bedroom is perfectly dark invest in a pair of quality, well-lined, curtains and/or a blackout blind. This will help keep out any early morning sun or street lights. For further protection, you may want to keep an eye mask on hand for when light may break through your curtains.
As the evening progresses your body’s temperature naturally drops to prepare you for sleep and begin the production of melatonin. If your room is too hot, draughty, or cold, you will find it difficult to fall asleep. The optimum temperature for your bedroom is 16-18 degrees Celsius. Curtains and/or blinds will help with cold and draughty rooms as they block out any wind coming from your window. For particularly draughty rooms you may want to buy a draught excluder to prevent air from your home being blown under your door. If your room is too hot, try cooling it down by opening a window and encouraging air flow into your room. Use a duvet with a lower tog and cotton sheets that are more breathable. Finally, tie back long hair and make sure that you stay hydrated. A room that is a comfortable temperature will help send you in to a comfortable sleep.
The final way to create the perfect atmosphere for a good night’s sleep is to silence any noise. Sudden, loud, and repetitive noise can hinder, awake, or startle us from sleep, leaving us feeling groggy and less refreshed the next day. Some noises are beyond our control, such as traffic or other outdoor noises. The best way to combat this is with double glazing that helps to muffle the sound. For the summer months, and for extra noise pollution protection, try using foam earplugs.
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If you’re looking for some ways to naturally brighten up your bedroom, we’ve compiled an easy-to-do list that does not require you to make any remodelling changes.
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An easy way to begin brightening up your bedroom is to start with your bedding. Consider changing your bedding to light colours if they’re not already. Opt for choosing all-white bedding or light tones that compliment each other.
If you have patterned wallpapers or contrasting colours on your walls, get rid of them and paint your walls (and ceiling) white. Since white doesn’t absorb colours, it sends out light bouncing back onto other surfaces creating a brighter space. If you have white coloured walls that are looking a little dull, consider a retouch.
Consider changing your light bulb to one that’s brighter or your light shade into one that gives out more light. You can even add a lamp or two in the most shaded areas of your room.
Although dark and heavy curtains are great for blocking out the light at sunrise, it can make your room feel dull and gloomy during the day. Replace your curtains with some light blinds and sheer draperies or choose lightweight and light-coloured curtains.
Incorporate a few metallic accessories into your bedroom like a metallic framed mirror, picture frames, vases, and other decorative objects. These items will reflect light, transforming a dim space into a brighter atmosphere. As a bonus, they will also make your room appear luxurious.
Plants not only help to liven up a room, but they will add colour, contrast, natural appeal, and will purify the air in your room. Choose easy to maintain plants such as cacti, snake plant, pothos, Chinese evergreen, or dracaena.
A messy and disorganised bedroom can create the illusion of it being small, dull and dark. It’s essential to keep your room clutter-free and tidy if you want to brighten it up. Make sure to do occasional dusting, clean your windows and keep bedding items clean and fresh. If you want your bedding items such as your duvet and pillows professionally cleaned, you can give them to a laundry service.
Everyone loves to cosy up in fresh crispy bed sheets, but overtime your bed linen begins to wear out and no longer feels comfortable. It’s essential to take proper care of your bed linen to keep them lasting long and ensure you’re getting good sleep.
By reading the care label instructions carefully on your bed linen, you can ensure that you’ll give your bed linen the proper washing, drying and ironing treatment it requires.
One thing for sure is that you should avoid using bleach as this is too harsh for the fabric.
Since your bed linen comes into direct contact with your skin, it’s necessary to have them changed and washed every week. Sweat and dead skin cells end up accumulating on your bed, turning it into a breeding ground for bacteria.
Wash your bed linen separately from your clothes to help keep them in good condition. It will allow your sheets to get the proper cleaning it needs and prevent clothes from potentially getting caught onto and ruining the fabric fibres of the linen.
The best way to dry your linens after washing is to hang or line dry them outside in the sun where the result will leave them with a natural crisp. Alternatively, you can dry them indoors.
If you must tumble dry them, do it on the lowest possible heat to prevent your bed linen from shrinking.
Before folding and storing away your linens, make sure they’re fully dry to avoid a mildew smell and mould from forming. Keep them stored neatly in a cool, dry, ventilated place that isn’t too compact. Air circulation will maintain the freshness of your bed linen and prevent any unpleasant smell from developing.
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