Cloths and Towels

Hire essential cloths and towels for catering and bar operations. Expo Hire provides glass cloths, bar towels, and waiter cloths.


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Managing an event requires critical hygiene and operational flow. Kitchens, bars, and service areas require dedicated cloths and towels for various tasks. Specialist cloths and towels from Expo Hire serve your functional needs, separate from decorative table linen. These items support staff activity throughout an event, from initial setup to final cleanup. Using purpose-specific cloths helps maintain professional standards and supports smooth service.

Essential Cloths for Professional Service

Successful service relies on having the right tools. Expo Hire has several cloth types, each designed for a specific function.

Glass cloths measure 50cm x 70cm. These lint-free cloths are crucial for polishing glassware and cutlery. They leave a streak-free finish and prevent water spots. Staff use proper glass care to present drinks well and reduce re-washing.

Bar towels measure 50cm x 75cm. They feature a thicker construction. They are effective for drying surfaces, managing spills behind the bar, and general wet wiping tasks. Their absorbency helps maintain a dry, safe working environment.

Waiter cloths, 50cm x 50cm, serve multiple roles. They protect hands when carrying hot plates, assist with serving, and handle minor spills during service. These cloths are a standard tool for front-of-house staff.

General cleaning cloths tackle miscellaneous spills and surface wiping throughout an event space. These versatile cloths support overall cleanliness.

Hygiene and Efficiency in Event Operations

Using dedicated cloths for specific tasks supports a high standard of hygiene. Separate cloths for glass polishing from those used for general bar spills or kitchen tasks. You then minimise cross-contamination risks. This approach reflects professional practice to your guests and health inspectors.

Operational efficiency also sees considerable improvement. Your staff work faster and demonstrate competence with the correct tools at hand. Polished glassware reaches guests quicker. Staff manage spills without delay, reducing potential hazards.

Expo Hire delivers all cloths laundered and ready for instant use upon delivery. You unpack them and put them into action. After your event concludes, you return these cloths. This eliminates the need for your own washing facilities or outsourced laundry services, saving time and operational costs. We manage the cleaning and maintenance of all returned cloths. They then meet hygiene standards for the next hire. This system helps you keep your focus on your event.

No security deposit

Expo Hire does not charge a security deposit. A free minor damage waiver covers minor damage and loss. Excessive or negligent damage is charged at 10 times the hire price. Full details in our terms and conditions.

Delivery and collection

Use the carriage calculator to find your nearest branch and get an accurate delivery quote. At checkout we show an itemised delivery cost before you confirm the order.

On the day, track your driver in real time on our order tracking page, or use the link in the automated text we send.

Advance deposit

For orders over £1,000, you can confirm a booking with a 25% deposit and pay the balance up to 28 days before delivery. The checkout offers this automatically. Full details in our terms and conditions.

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