Laundry accessories

Laundry Accessories for Collection, Transport, and Organization

Laundry accessories ensure that textiles move through the laundry cycle in an organized manner, from collection to hanging. Whether in households, hotels, care facilities, or medical practices: Separating dirty laundry, transporting it safely, and storing clean clothes neatly saves time and keeps processes organized. Within our Cleaning Supplies section, this category includes laundry nets, laundry bags, clothespins, hangers, and matching holders for a variety of needs.

Features of Laundry Accessories

The product range covers several stages of laundry care. Depending on the model, the items differ primarily in the following aspects:

• Function: Collecting, transporting, washing, drying, or hanging
• Material: polyester and mesh fabric, polypropylene, jute, water-soluble film, wood, plastic, or stainless steel
• Volume and size: from small nets to large-capacity bags for laundry racks
• Color: Colored options make it easier to sort by laundry type or area
• Closure: zipper, drawstring, toggle, or eyelets, depending on the design
• Applications: private households as well as commercial and healthcare laundry logistics

The specific features applicable to each product are listed on the respective product page.

Which laundry accessories are suitable for which applications?

For separate collection and washing, for example, the VERMOP laundry net (blue) is ideal. It is available in several sizes ranging from 20 to 120 liters and can be assigned to a specific area or type of laundry based on its color.

If soiled laundry needs to be loaded into the machine without being handled again, water-soluble bags are a good option—such as the Novocal laundry bags (natural, transparent), which dissolve in hot water starting at 65°C. They are washed along with their contents and, according to the manufacturer’s specifications, dissolve at temperatures of 65°C or higher.

For storing clean clothes in a closet or on a coat rack, the Nölle Profi Brush clothes hanger made of beech wood, 42 cm, is ideal—a hanger with 8 mm thick beech wood.

Buying Guide: What Should You Look for in Laundry Accessories?

The first question is where in the laundry cycle the accessories will be used. For collection and transport, volume, load capacity, and a closure that’s easy to use in everyday life are key. If you use a laundry bin or cart, you should check that the dimensions of the bags match the available mounting bracket.

In facilities with multiple types of laundry, a standardized color-coding system helps ensure that bed linens, towels, and work clothes don’t get mixed up. For laundry that should be handled as little as possible, water-soluble bags are an option; in this case, the specified dissolution temperature should be matched to your own wash cycle.

When it comes to drying and storage, material and design are key: wood conveys a sense of quality, plastic is lightweight and low-maintenance, and stainless steel is used for holders. The width of the hangers should match the clothing to prevent shoulders from bulging. For consumables, it’s also worth checking the package size.

In a commercial setting, it pays to coordinate accessories: nets, bags, and collection racks in matching sizes make changing them out easier, and a consistent color-coding system is quick for all employees to understand. In a private household, just a few versatile items are often sufficient.

Laundry Nets, Laundry Bags, Clothespins, and Hangers Compared

Laundry nets are breathable and are suitable for collecting and protecting delicate fabrics in the washing machine. Laundry bags usually hold larger quantities and, depending on the model, are made of polypropylene, jute, polyester, or water-soluble film; they are primarily intended for use with collection racks and for transport.

Clothespins secure fabrics to the clothesline while drying, whereas hangers are designed for hanging and storing clean clothes. None of these options is inherently better; the key factor is which step in the laundry care process you need to support.

Usage and Notes

Bags and nets should not be overfilled so that they can be securely closed and carried. Water-soluble bags should be stored in a dry place and taken out only shortly before filling, as moisture can damage the material. Reusable nets and fabric bags can be washed regularly. Damaged seams, eyelets, or closures should be identified promptly to prevent items from falling out during transport.

The internal hygiene guidelines of the respective facility apply to the handling of potentially infectious laundry; information on suitability can be found on the product page. Additional items for daily cleaning are available in the Cleaning Supplies section.

Complementary laundry accessories

• Laundry carts for transporting larger quantities of laundry
• Detergents for regular laundry care
• Disinfectant detergent for areas with high hygiene requirements
• Disposable gloves for sorting soiled laundry

Together with the rest of the cleaning supplies, this allows you to set up a seamless workflow from collection to clean storage.