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How to use hot towels in my restaurant?

If you’re a restaurant owner in Australia, by now you have already heard about hot towels or in particular the concept of oshibori. Oshibori is a wet hand towel (hot or cold depending on the season) that’s offered to customers of restaurants, dental clinics, and day spas, etc to refresh themselves.

In case you’re wondering how to use hot towels in your own restaurant business, then read on because this article will talk about that.

Restaurant owners often look at hot towels as an alternative to paper or linen napkins they already have in place.

Hot towels can be used after and during a dining experience for the guests to clean their hands and mouth. Like they traditionally do with a paper or linen napkin. However, a cotton towel that is served either hot or cold sets the mood for the dining experience. The customer is delighted to be given a towel. As they sit down and the feel of a hot or cold towel in their hands can feel. Cleansing and relaxing, or cool and refreshing.

First of all, always make sure that your hot towels are strategically placed depending on the circumstance. If it’s for a regular dining experience. You can choose to include it in the table setting so the customers can use it before eating. You can also choose to offer it after the meal so they can feel refreshed.

However, if there’s an event in your restaurant. The hot towels can be placed on a tray near the buffet table so customers can easily reach it anytime.

Here at Oshiklenz, you have plenty of options ranging from the most popular cotton towels to more environmentally friendly biodegradable ones. Depending on the situation, you may serve it to the customers. In the packaging, or remove and offer to guests and customers using sterilized tongs.

Just a word of caution, towels coming out of the warmer. Will be hot so care should always be taken in preparing and serving them.

A sales opportunity

As business owners, we are continually striving to offer a unique service for our customers but we are also looking for opportunities to advance our businesses. When guests arrive at a restaurant, as they are sitting down and about to look at the menu, placing a hot or cold towel in their hands and asking for a drink order to start, is very effective.

Customers often feel pushed when they are still in the process of sitting down and yet to look at a menu, to be asked for a drink order, however when they are receiving a luxurious hot or cold cotton towel at the same towel, they feel like they are giving and receiving at the same time. It has proven to be successful with many of our clients.

How to prepare and proper maintenance

Your hot towels can be stored ready for guests and customers in a hot towel warmer and the team can turn it on every morning. There should be an allowance of 30 minutes to heat and steam a cabinet full of towels. Alternatively, it can also be left plugged in and left consistently stocked. With hot towels since hot towel warmers use very little electricity. You can also consider adding a scent like our aroma chips to give an extra sensory element to the experience.

While not in use, hot towels should be kept in a cool dry place until needed. Individually wrapped towels have a longer shelf life if stored under such conditions. Oshiklenz offers choices on order quantities as well as shipping times so you must keep this in mind when ordering.

Here at Oshiklenz, we suggest only ordering a few weeks’ worth of stock at a time since delivery only takes a few days. This is to ensure that you always have fresh hot towels to serve your customers.

You can also talk to us about sending your orders on pre-arranged schedules, meaning you don’t have to call us and order every single time you run out of hot towels. We can also accommodate special requests that you may need.

If you have questions about our products or would like to know more before ordering, we will gladly assist you. Just call us at (+61) 2 9533 2211 or email info@oshiklenz.com.au. You can also visit our website at https://www.oshiklenz.com.au/.

Oshiklenz Sep 16, 2020 News 0 Comment Read More

Why You Should Use How Towels in Your Dental Practice

Should use Towels in Your Dental Practice?

Hot towels were traditionally used in service-based businesses like restaurants, bars, hotels, and spas. In this article, we will explore why dentists are also starting to use hot towels in their practices. Let’s see why Towels in Your Dental Practice….

A hot towel that comes directly from a hot towel warmer is an excellent way to make a dentist appointment extra special. It’s common knowledge that going to the dentist has already gained a reputation. For being a scary and even traumatic experience for some.

That’s why being rewarded with a warm, comfortable towel can make a big difference and can earn you loyal customers and a lot of new ones. Towels in Your Dental Practice will set you apart from other dental practices out there.

How do your patients feel?

Imagine, towards the end of your client’s treatment, a fresh warm towel is waiting for them instead of regular paper towels that are commonly used in other practices. That will be memorable for them, to say the least.

A soothing hot towel placed around the neck during procedures is also a great way to relax a nervous and anxious patient. Your dental hygienist can just pop the towels in the hot towel cabinet and they come out hot and ready to use. This makes your patients feel that their comfort is important to you.

Having amenities like a hot towel also reduces tension and increases feelings of relaxation. We have our own lives as proof to back it up. Towels in Your Dental Practice can make your patients feel warm, cozy, and comfortable, you feel better.

An even better way….

There’s an even better way to improve the experience of your dental patients. Here at Oshiklenz, we have aroma chips that you can use along with our hot towels. Compared to the usual dental practices with a “clinical” smell, your clinic will smell like fresh flowers. Or a warm day on the beach or walk in the forest. This can further remove stress and instead, your patients will equate a dental appointment to a pleasurable experience that they look forward to instead of avoiding.

Other ideas that complement the practice of providing hot towels to your patients are: offering hot or cold beverages, playing soothing music, and an ultra-comfortable dentist chair.

However, we know what you’re thinking. This is just another costly investment for you that is really not important after all. That’s why here at Oshiklenz we think about our customers so we recently released package deals that will give you big savings while bringing comfort to your patients.

Some of our clients who have already tried using this in their dental clinics have received the following feedback. Here is what their patrons said:

“It’s like flying first class…”

“It’s just like being in a fancy restaurant”

“I can really get used to this…”

“It was really fun, actually…”

This goes to show that patients really appreciate simple gestures like providing them with comfy hot towels after a procedure. And it’s an investment that will pay for itself without you even realizing it.

If you have questions about our products or are wondering how we can help your business, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

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What are the benefits of single use towels?

For a long time, businesses in Australia that belong to the restaurant and hospitality industries relied on cotton towels to use for their customers. Recently, we saw the rise and benefits of single-use cold towels and hot towels. This article will tackle why we should consider this innovation.

Helping you help the environment

Single-use towels can be used to replace your regular dentist towel or restaurant towel but encompass many benefits for the environment as they do not require a washing machine or dryer. Eliminating the need for electrical appliances can help businesses to save money on their water and energy bills.

Here at oshiklenz, we specialise in single-use towels. We even have available biodegradable single-use towels like this one which is also completely plant-based. This products’ life cycle is much shorter and less harmful to the environment when comparing it to other towels.

Ease of use

For non-single use towels, you have the choice to launder the towels yourself or use a laundered service. Laundered services pose many problems such as minimum order quantity, where to hold the dirty towels until pick up, and shorter shelf life based on their packaging methods.

At Oshiklenz our full range of towels has been designed with ease of use in mind. Each towel simply needs to be opened upon serving. This allows for minimal waste and the highest level of hygiene. With a laundered service these towels can become worn and stained which is not appealing to clients and does not promote a good image for your restaurant, spa, or clinic.

By using single-use towels your time can be used in servicing your clients and growing your business instead of storing, sorting, and maintaining towels.

Guests will feel that you care

While our oshibori or single-use towels may seem easy to overlook at first glance. There is no doubt that your guests and customers will appreciate the gesture and the experience of having a hot or cold towel always ready to be used.

The simple act of offering a refreshing pre-moistened towel will make your company their preferred choice in the future. It’s also an elegant way to refresh and will always leave a lasting impression. Never underestimate the power of a simple sweet gesture!

It’s Versatile

Our oshibori or single-use towels are also versatile in their uses. Be it for cleaning up after dinner at a restaurant, extra pampering services in salons or spas, or even as a dentist towel for your clinic. You can rest assured that our cold towels and hot towels will never disappoint.

Our towels can be heated up or chilled depending on your needs using these hot towel warmers and chillers. Provide your guests with a blast of coolness or a soothing hot one!

Fully customizable and personalized packaging

Here at Oshiklenz, we help you convey your marketing message in a creative and unique way. Set your business apart from your competition by offering your customers our high quality 100% Cotton Single-use Towels or Washi Oshibori, printed with Your Company’s logo! What a great brand reminder for your customers of the unique, first Class experience they’ve had with your company.

Oshiklenz offers Custom printed single-use towels to help you build and enhance your own prestige brand and provide first-class service to your customers. You can design and print the towel packaging any way you wish, which makes it a great way to run special promotions.

We offer design services to help you achieve the look you’re after, or you can supply your own print ready artwork. For full printing specifications or for more information about this exclusive service, please contact us today.

For hygiene and virus protection

Aside from providing comfort and extra pampering, single-use towels also offer peace of mind to your clients. Many people right now are paranoid and quite conscious about contracting viruses from using a towel that has been used before – even if it’s washed. And you can’t blame them.

So for sanitation and safety purposes, it’s ideal to offer single-use towels instead. Since these towels are only used on one client, the risk of cross-contamination between appointments is completely eliminated. These are just some of the numerous benefits of using single-use towels in your business. If you need further help and assistance in choosing the right product for you and your business, feel free to contact us.

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Are Bamboo Towels Eco Friendly? (What about the packaging?)

Eco-Friendly Towels? – We have the range

If you’re a business owner in Australia who makes a conscious effort to be eco-friendly and help the environment in its fight against pollution and global warming, then read on because this article will enlighten you.

For years now, cotton towels and bamboo towels are being pitted against each other and so far bamboo towels are winning because of their eco-friendly reputation.

But lately, people are asking, “Are bamboo towels really eco-friendly?”. This article will try to answer that as well as its impact when used in oshibori or hot towels and if they are safe to use in a hot towel warmer.

The short answer to this question is — YES. Bamboo towels are indeed eco-friendly because of the following reasons:

Bamboo is sustainable.

As one of the fastest-growing plants on Earth, it doesn’t take much time to make Bamboo material. In fact, it is named as the fastest growing plant in the Guinness Book of Records. And although it produces strong natural fibres, it can also be used to create durable tissues and towels.

It is technically a grass so it regrows as soon as you cut it. It reaches maturity within 7 years when planted and can be harvested every year after this.

Unlike other plants that are more popular as raw materials for the fabric, there is no need to use harmful pesticides or fertilizers for Bamboo. Plus, it also produces 35% more oxygen and absorbs greenhouse gases.

Bamboo requires no additional chemical to give it physical strength and softness. It is not bleached and naturally antimicrobial.

So yes, it’s pretty clear that Bamboo towels are really eco-friendly.

But how about the packaging?

Single-use cold towels and hot towels are usually used for hygiene in different establishments like restaurants, spas, and clinics and that is why it’s great that they are made up of bamboo material. However, the packaging can be a different story.

The good news is, there are towel wipes that are wrapped in 100% degradable wrapper like this one from our collection.

This is the perfect dentist towel and restaurant towel for every environment-friendly business in Australia. And it’s also perfect to use with our hot towel warmer.

ps that bamboo towels are super soft, lasts longer, versatile, and friendly to people with allergies. So we’re sure that it will be a hit to your patients and customers.

Here at Oshiklenz, we are behind your mission in saving the environment that is why we are constantly on the lookout for products that are sustainable and eco-friendly.

To see our complete catalogue, visit our website here or send us a message for inquiries at info@oshiklenz.com.au.

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Can You Put Wet Towels in a Towel Warmer?

If you own a business in Australia that belongs to the service industry like restaurants, spas, or dental clinics, you may already own a towel warmer or looking to buy new ones. In order to prolong the life of your equipment, there’s one important question that you may be asking: Can you put wet towels in a towel warmer?

The Short Answer

The short answer to this question is YES. You need to use damp/wet or pre-moistened towels in your towel warmer. However, it doesn’t mean that you will put soaking wet towels in your towel warmer. It may ruin your appliance. Remember: Do not saturate them. You need to wring them out before putting it inside the towel warmer.

The reason behind this is, if you put a dry towel inside the towel warmer, you run the risk of fire if it gets too dried out. Plus, you will shorten the lifespan of the unit.

However, one of the things that you should be careful with is to maintain that the inside of your towel warmer is always dry to avoid mould. One helpful habit is to put the towels in about an hour before you need them to be ready and turn them off after you’re done for the day. This is important because even if you put in wet or damp towels, they would eventually dry out and then the heat given off by the towel warmer can cause the towels to catch fire.

It also helps to leave the door open for a while when you turn it off (after cleaning it with a damp cloth). This is to help make sure it doesn’t get mouldy or stinky because that’s definitely bad for business.

Cleanliness of Your Warmer

Always keep in mind that a clean hot towel warmer is the mark of a professional facility. Where the health and well-being of the client is a top priority. Even in places that the client may never see, such as the inside of your towel warmer.

You want your clients to be using clean hot towels that are prepared the right way and from a clean towel warmer that is totally sanitized and free of mould and mildew.

Listen to Australias Leading Supplier of Hot towels and Hot towel Warmers

At Oshiklenz all our towels, except for dry airline towels, are pre-moistened for your convenience. This eliminates many of the issues, like mould and dry towels, excessive moisture in the warmer. We have found that convenience is a huge factor hence the reason we provide this solution.

Here at Oshiklenz, we make sure to educate our future and present clients on how to properly care for their towel warmers in order to maximize the money they spent in buying them. You can also check out this article if you’re wondering if towel warmers are worth it. Or this one if you would like to know what’s the best towel warmers out there.

A Towel warmer is a must-have for any restaurant, gaming facility, dental clinic, and beauty salons. Therefore make sure that you buy only the best ones from the most reputable sellers like Oshiklenz. You should also learn how to properly care for your towel warmers to help prolong their lifespan.

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What’s the Best Towel Warmer?

What’s the best Towel Warmer in Australia? If you’re currently using hot towels (Oshibori) and are looking for the best towel warmer to invest in, this article is perfect for you so read on.

While some may argue that you can just use a microwave oven to reheat your hot towels, it’s not really sustainable in the long run especially if you’re running a business that needs a steady supply of hot towels. Instead, it’s best to use a towel warmer cabinet like this one from Oshiklenz.

Let us explain why it’s the best towel warmer in Australia:

Even Heating.

Hot towel warmers from Oshiklenz use Japanese technology that provides an even amount of heat. Unlike its counterparts that only provide heat from the sides or bottom part of the unit, our hot towel warmers supply an equal amount of heat from all sides to ensure that your oshibori towels are well heated thoroughly.

Fuss-free Maintenance.

In order to maintain your hot towel warmers in top shape, all you have to do is wipe down the inside daily and check the drip tray. Always remember that unpackaged towels may dry out if left inside the warmer for a long time. But you can always re-moisten them with a spritzer so you can still enjoy using it later in the day. On the other hand, pre-packaged hot towels are handy and perfect especially if you’re always on the go.

Customizable Scents.

Our hot towel warmers can be used together with fragranced aroma chips so you can maximize the effect of a relaxing experience.

C-TICK Approved.

Oshiklenz hot towel warmers are C-Tick approved. The C-Tick is an identification trademark that is registered to the ACMA, which signifies compliance with applicable EMC standards and also provides a traceable link between the equipment and the supplier. So you can rest assured that each product is of the highest quality.

With UV light for Extra Protection.

Here at Oshiklenz, we have a model with UV light that provides an extra layer of protection. The UV lamp turns off when the door is opened AND keeps the interior hygienic at all times.

Comes in Different Sizes.

We have the perfect size of oshibori towel warmer for your every need. You can go for Small and compact size for low-frequency usage like clinics. It’s an unobtrusive addition to any small space without compromising efficiency.

For businesses like restaurants, airlines, and spas who need a steady supply of oshibori towels, you can go for a large capacity model. This will ensure that you will never run out of supply of hot towels and it will always be available on demand.

To summarize, if you’re currently using oshibori hot towels in your business it’s wise to invest in a good quality towel warmer. And here at Oshiklenz we supply only the best quality hot towel warmer in all of Australia.

High quality, thorough, and even heating, fuss-free maintenance, customizable scents, provides extra protection and comes in different sizes. What more can you ask for?

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Are Towel Warmers Worth It?

I’m sure you’ve heard about towel warmers and wondered whether towel warmers are worth it, but never had the time to do any research and find out whether or not they could be useful in your business. That’s understandable since towel warmers are often considered an unnecessary accessory by some. However, when you get to know more about towel warmers, you may change your opinion.

Basically, a towel warmer is an appliance used in salons, restaurants, dentists, etc to help store hot towels and keep them at the ideal serving temperature. This article will discuss the merits of investing in this piece of equipment.

Some people argue that towel warmers are unnecessary since you can just simply pop your towel into the microwave and it’s good to go. While this may sound true, it’s not really the case. Microwaves don’t heat evenly, so a Hot towel heated in the microwave will have hot and cold spots. Externally the towel may be hot but as you unroll the towel the centre is cold. The opposite is also true, and this is where it’s a real danger. The towel feels like the right temperature on the outside but when your customer unrolls it, the inside is extremely hot and can cause injury.

Here are some reasons why investing in a towel warmer is a good decision and why towel warmers are worth it:

Compact

Unlike microwave ovens which are bulky, towel warmers are space-saving with a very small footprint. They can be stored in any discreet part of your establishment for easy access. Our towel warmers are Japanese made, where the focus is on quality and where space is at a premium.

Ease of Use

Contrary to what you may expect, towel warmers are so easy to use. All you have to do is plug it in and turn it on, then you can forget about it for the whole day. They are also built very simple. For example, Oshiklenz Hot Towel Warmers don’t require water and have no moving parts. So you don’t have to worry about a complicated maintenance program or difficult setup protocols.

Easy to Clean

Towel warmers are a breeze to maintain. For super-easy cleanup, all you have to do is wipe it out with some dry paper towels or a dry cloth at the end of the day to absorb moisture and prevent odour. That’s it! And it will be ready to be used the next day.

No Wastage

Towel warmers are designed for one task only – to heat towels, so they are very cheap to run, easy to maintain, and won’t overheat or dry out your towels. This ensures no wastage.

The Goal

While you can also provide hot towels to your customers by pouring hot water over towels, it’s important to remember why you decided to have hot towels in your business. More than likely you were doing this to pamper your customers, spoil them with luxurious and professional service. The best way to do this is to invest in the right equipment (a towel warmer) so that it is quick, easy, and economical to provide a hot towel to your customer and the experience is both luxurious and consistent.

Considering all the points mentioned above, I hope you will agree that a hot towel warmer is a right tool and a great investment towards providing your clients with a fantastic experience. Please contact us as Oshiklenz if you have any further questions or if we can help you implement a hot towel service in your business.