Thread Count 101 by CBT Derek Letterine: You took the time and money to invest in a quality bed and now you want to adorn your newfound paradise with some luxurious linens. When shopping around, you are likely to run into the words “thread count.” It is frequently used to market products to consumers but, Read More >
Stain Removal Help
1. Check all linens for stain and pre-treat them before laundering 2. Patience and time are require when working on stains. There is NO immediate solution 3. Test all bleaches in an inconspicuous area to avoid damaging colored items 4. Do not use chlorine bleach on wool or silk – it will dissolve both fabrics Read More >
Short-Term Rental Bedding Tip: Use Lightweight Layers to Satisfy Every Guest
Some of your short-term rental guests will prefer lighter-weight bedding, some like heavy-weight, and some prefer something in the middle. How do you set up your guest beds to accommodate everyone? The quick answer: Use a combination of lightweight items such as coverlets, quilts, bed toppers, blankets, and low-loft duvet inserts/comforters layered on top of Read More >
Is There A Proper Way To Fold a Towel?
Aside from balling one up and just tossing it in a closet or on a shelf, is there a proper way to fold a towel? I’ve seen it done a few ways in hotels and at resorts around the world. Some were rolled, some were folded, some were just hung there. In the hospitality business, Read More >
Bed Sheet Sizes Chart
Never get the wrong sheet size for your mattress again. We all know how annoying it is to run back to the store and exchange an item hoping the next one will be the correct choice. Size Mattress size (in) Mattress size (cm) Fitted sheet size Flat sheet size Duvet cover size Twin 38” x Read More >
The Story of Myrtle Beach
Early History You may wonder how Myrtle Beach got its name. The area’s first inhabitants were the Waccamaw and Winyah Indians, who named the region Chicora, meaning “the land.” Kings Highway, a major thoroughfare through the Myrtle Beach area began as an Indian trail long before Europeans settled along the Grand Strand. Later, this trail Read More >
Handling Covid-19 in the Hospitality Industry
Every day tens of thousands of new cases are reported daily nationwide. More than 11 million people in the U.S. have had confirmed coronavirus infections. With a very fast-growing virus, the hospitality industry is taking a big hit. Here at CBT Linens, we are taking all the precautions we can to prevent the spread of Read More >
Cleaning 101 – Best Housekeeping Tips
First things first: Open room windows, if applicable These are very important in both residential or business. This can get you behind a few extra seconds while you do each room, but the difference it makes can be huge. Upon entering a room, before starting with cleaning anything, open up the windows and shades. Getting Read More >
Keeping whites, white
We all have that one favorite white piece of linen or clothing that we love to use frequently, but what do you do when it starts to build a yellow hue or start looking dull? There are a few simple rules that should be followed to keep white clothes looking bright and clean. Since they’re Read More >
Thank You Housekeepers
Hidden Heros During these uncertain times with COVID-19, we see all the professionals that work tirelessly to keep us safe and protected. Law enforcement, doctors, agriculture production, and many more, but we tend to forget who the heroes behind the curtains are. We’ve seen doctors, nurses, and other health professionals working hard in hospitals to Read More >