Laundry Trolleys FAQs
What is a linen trolley used for?
Linen trolleys are used in care homes and hospitals to collect and transport soiled bedding, towels and clothing from patient rooms to laundry facilities while keeping different types of linen segregated according to infection control protocols.
How many bags should a laundry trolley have?
This depends on your facility size and infection control needs. Small care homes may need 1-2 bags for basic segregation, while larger facilities benefit from 3-4 bags for full colour-coded separation of infected, general and specialized linen.
Are laundry trolleys easy to clean?
Yes, our stainless steel linen trolleys have smooth, non-porous surfaces that wipe clean easily with disinfectant, meeting infection control standards for healthcare environments and preventing cross-contamination.
Do laundry trolleys come with bags?
Yes, all Medi Cart laundry trolleys include detachable colour-coded laundry bags that are compatible with standard commercial washing machines and can be easily removed for washing.
Can linen trolleys be used for clean linen?
While trolleys are primarily designed for soiled linen collection, dedicated trolleys can be used for clean linen distribution if clearly labeled and kept separate from soiled linen trolleys to prevent contamination.
Benefits of Linen Trolleys in Healthcare Settings
Mobile laundry trolleys improve efficiency by allowing care staff to collect soiled linen from multiple rooms in one round, reducing trips to laundry areas and saving time. The lockable castors ensure trolleys remain stable during loading, while the stainless steel frames are easy to clean and meet healthcare infection control requirements.
All Medi Cart laundry trolleys feature smooth-rolling castors with locking brakes, rust-resistant stainless steel frames, and compatibility with standard colour-coded laundry bags for infection control compliance.
