HYFabricsupply is a professional non-woven fabric manufacturer of high quality Polypropylene Non-woven Fabric, Polyester spunbonded non-woven fabric, Spunlaced non-woven fabric,and more.
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What are food service towels?
A food service towel is a reusable or disposable towel specifically designed for cleaning and sanitizing surfaces in food preparation and service areas. These towels are commonly used in restaurants, cafeterias, commercial kitchens, and other food-related establishments.
Key Features of food service towel :
Durable: Made to withstand repeated use and washing.
Absorbent: Good at soaking up spills, grease, and moisture.
Color-Coded: Often color-coded to help prevent cross-contamination (e.g., red for raw meat areas, blue for general surfaces, etc.).
Sanitizer-Safe: Designed to be used with sanitizing solutions without breaking down.
What are the practical uses of food service towels?
Maintains Cleanliness & Hygiene
Essential for wiping down food prep areas, tables, and kitchen equipment.
Helps prevent cross-contamination when used with proper color-coding and sanitizing.
Works with Sanitizers
Designed to hold up when soaked in sanitizer solutions (unlike regular cloths that might break down or spread bacteria).
Absorbs Spills Quickly
Handy for soaking up liquid messes fast — whether it’s water, oil, sauces, or drinks.
Reusable or Disposable
Depending on the type, you can wash and reuse them multiple times, or toss them after one use for better sanitation.
Meets Health Code Standards
Using proper food service towels (instead of random rags) can help you pass inspections and stay compliant with food safety regulations.
What are the materials of food service towels?
Food service towels are typically made from durable, absorbent materials that can handle heavy use and frequent washing or sanitizing. Common materials include:
1. Nonwoven Fibers (e.g., viscose, rayon blends)
Disposable or semi-disposable
Lightweight but strong
Often used with sanitizing solutions
Common in single-use foodservice settings
2. Cotton or Cotton Blends
Reusable
Highly absorbent
Good for general cleaning and drying
May shrink or wear out over time
3. Microfiber
Reusable
Traps dirt and bacteria effectively
Lint-free and highly absorbent
Excellent for sanitizing and wiping smooth surfaces
4. Polyester or Polyester Blends
Durable and quick-drying
Often blended with other fibers like rayon or cotton
Resists tearing and fraying
Different materials are suited for different tasks—like microfiber for detail cleaning, and cotton for soaking up large spills. Want help picking the right type for your setup?
HYFabricsupply is a professional manufacturer of non-woven food service cleaning towels, which can be customized according to various requirements, including packaging, color, gram weight, etc. Currently sold worldwide, food service cleaning towels are a necessity for all kinds of restaurants and hotels, but also an important sales product for disposable food cutlery wholesalers, if you want to know about food service towels, please contact us.
