Although many laundromats are offering extra amenities these days, from TVs and sofas to children’s play areas, there are only a few features that most laundromats consider vital: washers, dryers, laundry carts, change machines, and folding tables. Without folding tables, where would customers fold their clean laundry? On the floor? As a laundromat owner, you …
Laundromat Environmental Issues
As eco-friendly business practices sweep the nation, you might be wondering, “As a laundromat owner, how can I do my part to protect the environment?” While there are several common laundromat environmental issues – everything from wastewater to energy use – there are also plenty of strategies you can implement to go green. Start by …
Steps to Start a Laundromat
No matter what time of year it is, and even if the economy experiences a downturn, people will always need laundromats. According to the president and CEO of the Coin Laundry Association, the industry is experiencing a facelift of sorts as more coin laundries focus on being extremely comfortable for customers and offering added amenities, …
Washing Machine Settings Explained
If you need washing machine settings explained, you’re not alone. There are so many setting options on a modern washer – our ancestors would be amazed! In addition to hot, warm, and cold, many machines offer settings like cotton, synthetic, delicates, wool, silk, hand wash, rinse, soak, permanent press, etc. Some even allow you to select …
Tackling Laundromat Lint
Keeping your laundromat’s dryers clean accomplishes several things at once. First, it ensures that every load of laundry comes out fresh, clean, and dry. Second, it will improve your dryers’ efficiency and may lengthen the lifespan of each unit. But most importantly, it will prevent the buildup of lint and residue, which can cause mechanical …
