Pangasinan State University Hospitality Management Rooms Division

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Hospitality Management
Rooms Division
What is the relationship between housekeeping and room division?

Housekeeping is like a center of circle in a wheel maintaining close contacts directly or
indirectly with all the major departments of hotel.
The relationship between housekeeping and the front desk should be quite close. After
housekeeping has finished preparing the room, the front desk sells it. It will be difficult for a
front office to sell a room unless and until a close relationship is maintained, as the
housekeeping department cleans and shapes the room after the guest departs, and the
front office reports to the housekeeping department about the number of rooms vacated so
that the housekeeping department can clean and hand over the rooms.
Housekeeping may be defined as ‘provision of a clean, comfortable,

safe and aesthetically appealing environment’. By another
definition, ‘housekeeping is an operational department in a hotel,
which is responsible for cleanliness, maintenance, aesthetic upkeep
of rooms, public areas, back areas and the surroundings’.
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Bedding, also known as bedclothes[1] or bed linen, is the materials laid above the mattress of
a bed for hygiene, warmth, protection of the mattress, and decorative effect. Bedding is the
removable and washable portion of a human sleeping environment. Multiple sets of bedding for each
bed are often washed in rotation and/or changed seasonally to improve sleep comfort at varying
room temperatures. Most standardized measurements for bedding are rectangular, but there are
also some square-shaped sizes, which allows the user to put on bedding without having to consider
its lengthwise orientation (e.g. a 220 cm × 220 cm (87 in × 87 in) duvet).
A mattress is a large, usually rectangular pad for supporting a lying person. It is designed to be

used as a bed, or on a bed frame as part of a bed. Mattresses may consist of a quilted or similarly
fastened case, usually of heavy cloth, containing materials such as hair, straw, cotton, foam rubber,
or a framework of metal springs. Mattresses may also be filled with air or water. [1]
Mattresses are usually placed on top of a bed base which may be solid, as in the case of a platform
bed, or elastic, such as an upholstered wood and wire box spring or a slatted foundation. Popular in
Europe, a divan
In American English, the word bedding generally does not include the mattress, bed frame, or bed
base (such as box-spring),[2] while in British English it does.[3] In Australian and New Zealand English,
bedding is often called manchester,[4] especially in shops
A set of bedding generally consists of at least flat or fitted bed sheet that covers the mattress; a flat
top sheet; either a blanket, a quilt, or a duvet. Sometimes with a duvet cover is to be used in addition
to or instead of – the top sheet; and a number of pillows with pillowcases, also referred to as pillow
shams. Additional blankets, etc. may be added to ensure the necessary insulation in cold sleeping
areas. A common practice for children and some adults is to decorate a bed with plush stuffed
animals, dolls, and other soft toys. These are not included under the designation of bedding,
although they may provide additional warmth to the sleeper.
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How to choose a fitted sheet

Traditionally, fitted sheets cover the mattress – the elastic band holds them firmly in right place.
Their function is to protect the mattress and ensure a smooth, soft surface for you to lie on. When
purchasing fitted sheets, it’s important to have the right dimensions of a mattress. You need to know
the length, width and thickness to ensure the fitted sheet will pull snugly over the mattress and not be
easily pulled off. The wrong size fitted sheet simply will not be able to go neatly round the corners,
and will not stay in place.
Bed Linen Types

Top Sheet or Flat Sheet
Commonly used in North America, but uncommon in Europe, a top

sheet (also known as a flat sheet), is the sheet that separates you
from your comforter, blanket, or quilt. In Europe the duvet cover takes
the place of the top sheet.
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Bottom Sheet or Fitted Sheet
A bottom sheet, or fitted sheet, is the sheet with the elastic edge that
fits over your mattress—hence the name "bottom" or "fitted" sheet. As
today's mattresses have grown much thicker, it's important to check
the measurements before buying a fitted sheet to make sure it will
stretch all the way over your mattress.
Bedspread
A bedspread is a thin, decorative covering that normally covers the

entire bed and touches the floor. Cotton, chenille, wool, or polyester
are common bedspread materials.
Coverlet
A coverlet is a decorative fabric covering that does not touch the floor
and normally does not cover the pillows. Woven coverlets and quilts
fall into this category. These are normally bed accents and they can sit
on top of bedspreads. If you think of hotel room bedding, these can
also be found at the foot of the bed used like foot runners.
Blanket
Blankets are used to add warmth. While some people use a blanket on

its own, others may prefer to top the blanket with a more attractive
quilt, comforter, or duvet. Blankets are most commonly made of wool,
cotton, polyester, microfiber plush, or a blend of fibers.
Comforter
A comforter is a bed cover stuffed with fibers or down for warmth and
then sewn together on all four sides. Probably the most common bed
topper in North America, comforters are available in a nearly endless
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range of colors, patterns, and styles and are a major decorative accent
in the bedroom. Most are made of either cotton or polyester.
Duvet
A duvet is similar to a comforter except it requires the use of a duvet

cover, where a comforter does not. Typically, a duvet is solid white
and stuffed with down or a down alternative.
Duvet cover
A duvet cover encases and protects a duvet. Like an envelope, it has

an opening where the comforter or duvet is inserted. Once placed
inside, the opening is closed with buttons or occasionally a zipper.
Duvet covers are generally very decorative and are available in a wide
selection of colors and styles. The duvet cover takes the place of a top
sheet in Europe, and some people in the U.S. also use it this way.
Pillow Types
It's not just the types of pillow stuffing that you need to understand,
they also come in different shapes and sizes too.
Euro or Continental Pillow
A Euro or continental pillow—a large square pillow—is a decorative

pillow that sits back against the headboard. The cover is removable for
washing.
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Sleeping Pillow
A sleeping pillow is a rectangular pillow that you lay your head on

when sleeping. Sleeping pillows have three sizes—standard, queen, or
king—to fit your bed or sleeping habits. There are many styles of
sleeping pillows.
Decorative or Throw Pillow
A decorative pillow, also referred to as an accent or throw pillow, is a

small pillow that comes in many shapes, sizes, and colors to add
decoration to a bed.
Bolster Pillow
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A bolster pillow is a tubular pillow used for lumbar support while sitting
up to read in bed, but more often, it’s used as a decorative pillow or
accent pillow. These pillows range from very small to long version that
span the entire width of the bed.
Pillowcase
A pillowcase is used to cover a sleeping pillow and sometimes a

decorative or bolster pillow. It’s normally a rectangular shape with an
opening on one end where you insert the pillow. It is recommended
that you change your pillowcase at least twice per week to protect
your facial skin from breakouts or skin irritation.
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Pillow Sham
Pillow shams are decorative coverings for pillows, often designed with
trims, ruffles, flanges, or cording. Add a couple of pillow shams to your
bed for extra style.
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What is the relationship between housekeeping and room division?

Housekeeping may be defined as ‘provision of a clean, comfortable,

A mattress is a large, usually rectangular pad for supporting a lying person. It is designed to be

How to choose a fitted sheet

Bed Linen Types

Commonly used in North America, but uncommon in Europe, a top

Bottom Sheet or Fitted Sheet

A bedspread is a thin, decorative covering that normally covers the

Blankets are used to add warmth. While some people use a blanket on

A duvet is similar to a comforter except it requires the use of a duvet

A duvet cover encases and protects a duvet. Like an envelope, it has

Euro or Continental Pillow

A Euro or continental pillow—a large square pillow—is a decorative

A sleeping pillow is a rectangular pillow that you lay your head on

Decorative or Throw Pillow

A decorative pillow, also referred to as an accent or throw pillow, is a

A pillowcase is used to cover a sleeping pillow and sometimes a

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