Caring for Your Flannel Massage Table Sheets

To keep your flannel treatment sheets in top condition, follow these recommended care steps:

Washing Tips

• Wash in cold water, using the delicate cycle whenever possible to reduce wear.
• Add 1 cup of white vinegar to the rinse cycle. This helps open the fibres, softening the fabric naturally and maintaining colour vibrancy over time.
• Do not use fabric softener. Softeners leave behind residues that can make flannel feel stiff and increase pilling.

Drying Instructions

• Dry on medium or low heat with a gentle setting.
• For best results, remove sheets from the dryer while still slightly damp and let them air-dry the rest of the way. This helps preserve the fabric’s softness and shape.
• Avoid dryer sheets—they contribute to friction and can make the surface prone to pilling.
• To minimize shrinkage, use a gentle heat and remove sheets promptly to fluff and fold.

Fabric Weight Notes

Ultra Lightweight Flannel (approx. 120g): These sheets are thin and may shrink by up to 5% after the first wash. Use shorter drying times to limit shrinkage.

Medium Weight Flannel (145g): Dries faster than heavier fabrics but still benefits from low-heat drying.

Heavyweight Flannel (190g): This thicker fabric requires a longer drying cycle. Use a moderate setting and ensure the sheets are fully dry before storage.

Percale Sheet Care for Professional Use

Percale linens are known for their crisp feel and breathable weave. To maintain their longevity and appearance, follow these care guidelines:

Washing Guidelines

• Launder your percale sheets in cold or warm water on a gentle cycle to protect the fibres.
• For natural softening and to help keep colours looking fresh, you can add ½ to 1 cup of white vinegar during the rinse cycle.
• Skip fabric softeners—they can coat the cotton fibres, reducing the crisp texture that makes percale so desirable.

Drying Recommendations

• Tumble dry on low to medium heat using a gentle cycle.
• For fewer wrinkles and less shrinkage, remove the sheets while slightly damp and lay them flat or hang to finish drying.
• Do not use dryer sheets, as they may affect the fabric’s breathability and leave behind unwanted residue.

Additional Tips

Avoid overloading the washer or dryer to allow sheets to move freely and reduce abrasion.

If desired, iron on a medium setting for a smooth, hotel-quality finish—especially useful for spa and clinic presentation.

Microfiber Sheet Care for Clinics, Spas, and Therapy Tables

Microfiber treatment sheets are designed for durability and quick-drying convenience—but to get the most from them, proper care is essential. With the right handling, microfiber can withstand hundreds of wash cycles while maintaining its performance.

General Care Reccommendations

To keep your microfiber in top condition, avoid these two things:

• No high heat in the dryer
• No fabric softeners

Both can damage the delicate synthetic fibres, reducing absorbency and lifespan.

In-House Washing Instructions

• Use warm to hot water and a mild, liquid detergent.
• Do not use fabric softener—it can clog the microscopic spaces in the material, diminishing its effectiveness.
• Avoid washing microfiber with cotton or lint-producing fabrics. Microfiber tends to attract lint.
• For best results, wash microfiber only with other microfiber items, or with low-lint synthetic materials.
• Always sort by colour—keep light and dark items separate to prevent dye transfer.

Drying Guidelines

Microfiber sheets air dry quickly, so they require only a short dryer cycle.

If using a dryer, set it to low or no heat (maximum 140°F).

Overheating can melt or deform the fibres, reducing softness and fit.

Commercial Laundering (Institutional Settings)

For high-volume laundering, follow these best practices:

• Use a high-solvent detergent for heavily soiled linens.
• Avoid products with alkaline agents, bleach, or fabric softeners.
• Do not exceed recommended heat levels in drying or pressing.

How to Wash Fleece Blankets

Fleece blankets are perfect for clinic use, in care facilities, and as optional blankets in the hospitality setting. They are lightweight, warm, cozy, easy to wash and fast to dry. But fleece blankets can lose their fluffiness if not washed correctly. Please read below to share with you how to wash fleece blankets without ruining them.

The texture of fleece blankets and the fact that fleece is a synthetic fabric means that you can’t wash them the same way as you would other blankets if you want to keep them fluffy. It is best to wash fleece blankets in cool or cold water. You should also use a mild detergent and the delicate cycle, then dry them using low heat.

When washing a fleece blanket, set the washing machine to the gentle or delicate cycle. Doing so will lower the washing machine's agitation so that it isn't as rough on delicate fibres. It also helps to ensure that the texture of the blanket doesn't get ruined.

After washing, toss blankets in the dryer on a low- or no-heat cycle, or you can use the “tumble dry” or “air fluff” setting. Do not dry your fleece blanket on high heat, which can cause the blanket fibers to melt or shrink. You can also throw in a dryer sheet so that your blanket smells good as well as feels good.

Things to Avoid

When laundering a fleece blanket, doing any combination of these things could cause damage to the blanket, especially if repeated over time.

Be sure to avoid them at all costs.

Heat: can damage the synthetic fibers and ruin a fleece blanket.

Bleach: Avoid using bleach on fleece. The harsh chemicals are too much for the delicate fibers.

Liquid fabric softener: Liquid fabric softener works by coating the fibers with a lubricant, which could negatively affect the texture of soft fabrics like fleece.

Dryer sheets are okay to use.

Timed dryer cycles: Using the timed dryer cycle to speed up drying is not recommended

Care Guidelines for Cotton Thermal Blankets

Cotton thermal blankets are a trusted staple in hospitals, wellness clinics, and hospitality environments due to their softness, warmth, and long-lasting comfort. While cotton is a robust and reliable material, it requires proper care to maintain its integrity over time—especially during laundering and storage.

Washing Instructions

Water Temperature: Wash cotton thermal blankets in cold or room-temperature water to minimize shrinkage and preserve fabric integrity. Cooler washes also help retain the original colour and texture of the blanket.

Machine Capacity: Ensure the blanket fits loosely inside the washer. Avoid overloading the machine, as cotton expands when wet and needs room to move freely during the wash cycle.

Cycle Settings: Choose a load size larger than the item to allow full water coverage. Use a gentle cycle to reduce stress on the fibers.

Detergents: Use mild, liquid detergent and fabric softeners. Always dilute these products before adding them to avoid direct contact with any single area of the blanket, which can cause uneven wear.

Pre-Treatment: For heavily used blankets, consider presoaking in a natural enzymatic cleaner to help break down organic matter and body oils before washing.

Drying Guidelines

Machine Drying: Tumble dry on the lowest heat setting to reduce the risk of shrinkage and distortion.

Air Drying: For best results, remove the blanket when slightly damp and lay it flat on a raised surface to finish drying. This helps maintain the blanket’s shape and prevents fabric stress.

Maintenance: Clean lint filters after each drying cycle to maintain dryer efficiency and prevent buildup.

Storage Tips

• Daily Storage: For clinical use, return blankets to the treatment bed between uses to minimize folding and wear.
• Long-Term Storage: When not in use for extended periods, store blankets in breathable fabric bags on ventilated shelving in a cool, dry area away from light. This protects against mold, pests like fish moths, and UV damage.

Always refer to the blanket’s care label for any manufacturer-specific instructions.

Towel Care Guidelines for Clinics, Spas, and Hospitality Settings

High-quality cotton towels are designed to offer exceptional absorbency, durability, and comfort. However, to get the best performance and longevity from your towels—especially in a commercial setting—proper washing and maintenance are essential from day one.

Why Wash New Towels Before Use?

Some retail towels are finished with silicone-based treatments that make them feel soft on the shelf but reduce their ability to absorb moisture. These coatings can prevent water from penetrating the fibers and must be washed away. While commercial-grade towels typically do not contain these finishes, it’s still important to wash all new towels before first use to remove any residual manufacturing agents or excess dye.

Quick 3-Step Method to Maximize Absorbency

To prepare towels for optimal performance—or to revive towels that have become stiff, musty, or less absorbent—try the following natural deep-cleaning method using household staples:

Vinegar Wash: Run the towels through a warm or hot wash cycle with one cup of distilled white vinegar. Do not add detergent during this cycle.

Baking Soda Rinse: Immediately follow with a second wash cycle using half a cup of baking soda only. Again, do not use detergent.

Dry Thoroughly: Dry the towels without fabric softener or dryer sheets. Use wool dryer balls to naturally soften and speed up drying.

Important Note: Avoid fabric softeners and dryer sheets at all times. While they may leave towels feeling smooth, they deposit a waxy film that interferes with absorbency and breaks down natural fibers over time. They also cause buildup in dryers. Wool dryer balls are a safer, more effective alternative.

Refreshing Towels That Have Lost Performance

If towels develop a persistent odour, feel rough, or stop absorbing as they should, hard water minerals and detergent residue may be to blame. Use the same three-step method outlined above to restore freshness, softness, and functionality.

Everyday Care for Professional Towels

Consistent care extends the life and performance of your towels. Follow these basic guidelines:

• Detergent Choice: Use a pH-neutral laundry detergent formulated with plant-based enzymes to protect fibers while ensuring cleanliness.
• Sorting: Wash towels separately from sheets and other textiles. Sort by both colour and weight to prevent friction and overloading.
• Bleach Use: If needed, use bleach only on white towels and only if the care label permits. Avoid chlorine bleach on coloured towels; opt for non-chlorine alternatives if approved.
• Drying: Always clean the lint trap after each cycle. Avoid high heat, which can weaken fibers over time.

By following these best practices, your towels will remain soft, sanitary, and fully absorbent through repeated commercial laundering cycles.