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When "Clean" Isn't Clean: Why Laundry Sometimes Comes Out Looking Worse Than Before

by Speed Queen Team | Mar 28, 2025 | on Washer, Community, Advice

Running an in-house commercial laundry is all about keeping things clean—your linens, your process, and most importantly, your budget. But every now and then, you pull a load of supposedly “fresh” towels…

Pretty, But With an Ugly Heart: It’s What’s on the Inside That Counts

by Speed Queen Team | Mar 26, 2025 | on Washer, Dryer, Community, Advice, Commercial

In the world of commercial laundry, not all machines are created equal—though some certainly do a great job of looking the part. A sleek exterior, a digital display, and a warranty that sounds impressive…

What Weighs More: 10kg of Feathers or 10kg of Steel?

by Speed Queen Team | Mar 6, 2025 | on Washer, Dryer, Community, Advice

When it comes to laundry, customers often get caught up on machine capacity—"But it says it can handle 10 kilograms!" they'll exclaim while stuffing in a king-size blanket. And technically, they’re right……

Your Crash Course in Laundry Industry Terms

by Speed Queen Team | Mar 4, 2025 | on Washer, Dryer, Community, Advice

Running a successful laundry operation means knowing more than just how to press ‘start.’ If laundry lingo sounds like a foreign language, don’t worry—you won’t need a translator, just this guide. Whether…

Cost-Saving Measures in Commercial Laundries

by Speed Queen Team | Dec 2, 2024 | on Company, Commercial, Cost saving

Running an in-house commercial laundry isn’t exactly a glamorous gig—it’s more about making sure costs don’t run wild with every wash. Facilities like hotels, gyms, and healthcare centres rely on their…

Laundromats - no longer a place to just wash your clothes

by Speed Queen Team | Nov 27, 2024 | on Washer, Advice

If you’re thinking about starting a laundromat or giving your existing one a refresh, it’s time to think beyond the typical rows of machines and detergent dispensers. Today’s most successful laundromats…

The Victor Kiam of Laundromats. Kind of.

by Speed Queen Team | Nov 26, 2024 | on Community, Advice, laundromat, laundrette

If you remember Victor Kiam's classic line, " I liked it so much, I bought the company," you’ll get a sense of Juneed Ali's journey—except in this case, it’s not a razor, but a laundromat (and he didn’t…

Commercial vs. Industrial Washing Machines and Dryers: A Matter of Durability and Features

by Speed Queen Team | Sep 30, 2024 | on Dryer, Community, Advice

The terms "commercial" and "industrial" washing machines often get tossed around as if they’re worlds apart, but the real difference is more about durability and features than just size. While both…

Increasing Commercial Laundry Throughput

by Speed Queen Team | Sep 26, 2024 | on Community, Advice, laundromat, laundrette

Running an on-premise (in-house) commercial laundry, whether for a hotel, resort, gym, or correctional facility, presents a familiar challenge: how to process more laundry in less time without…

Wine, Waffles and Washing…

by Speed Queen Team | Jun 18, 2024 | on Community, Advice, laundromat, laundrette

Laundromats can be many things. A place to wash garments and bedding, a space that can bring together and support local communities. But what about a bar? Long time readers might remember some of our…

Five years of the AIG Remote Laundries Project

by Speed Queen Team | Jun 13, 2024 | on Community

Last year we highlighted a charity initiative that we support: the AIG Remote Laundries Project, Recently, the pilot laundromat, Bagala Laundry in Barunga, turned 5 years old. It's wonderful to see how…

Laundry Solutions in Australian Health and Aged Care: Hygiene and Efficiency

by Speed Queen Team | Apr 23, 2024 | on Washer, Advice

In health and aged care facilities, managing laundry operations efficiently while maintaining high hygiene standards is crucial. Laundry systems, including barrier washers, play a vital role in these…

Eleven Must-Have Insights for Selecting Commercial Laundry Equipment for Hospitality

by Speed Queen Team | Feb 26, 2024 | on Washer, Advice

In the vibrant world of Australian hospitality, where every detail counts towards guest satisfaction, the often-overlooked laundry room holds significant operational importance. From bustling city hotels…

5 Reasons to do your laundry in-house vs outsourcing

by Speed Queen Team | Feb 5, 2024 | on Washer, Advice

The never-ending debate!

Maximise Space and Efficiency with a Stacked Washer Dryer

by Speed Queen Team | Jan 31, 2024 | on Washer, Dryer

Discover the mind-blowing potential of a stacked washer dryer to revolutionize your space and turbocharge efficiency. Here are some key factors to keep in mind when considering this space-smart solution.

A Comparison: Commercial vs. Consumer Washing Machines

by Speed Queen Team | Dec 20, 2023 | on Washer, Dryer, Advice

Discover the key differences between commercial and typical consumer washing machines and make an informed decision for your laundry needs.

Liquid Gold: Which Detergent Works Harder?

by Speed Queen Team | Nov 28, 2023 | on Washer, Advice

Getting the right commercial laundry equipment is only one part of an efficient operation. While the equipment does a lot of the heavy lifting (or in our case spinning), they are not meant to be used in…

Litres don't lie - the only true way to compare washer capacity.

by Speed Queen Team | Nov 21, 2023 | on Washer, Advice

If you've ever shopped for a washing machine, you've likely come across the Water Efficiency Labelling Standards (WELS) label. WELS is a system designed to help consumers make informed choices about…

How to pick the right washer for your business

by Speed Queen Team | Oct 25, 2023 | on Washer

Picking the right commercial washer for your business can be hard. There are so many options to choose from, each of which are great for specific situations. Should you pick a hard or soft mount? Front or…

6 DIY laundry maintenance tips!

by Speed Queen Team | Sep 27, 2023 | on Advice

Our commercial laundry equipment has its reputation of durability for a reason, but what if you can take that durability even further? With a little bit of preventative maintenance that can easily be…

Why aren't there stacked washers?

by Speed Queen Team | Aug 30, 2023 | on Washer, Dryer

Stacked washer-dryers and stacked dryers have been available in the commercial space for many years. They are a staple for any environment where the floor space of a site must be optimised. However,…