DORMITORY AND SCHOOL
In dormitory and school purchasing the quantity is high, the budget is tight and the delivery date is fixed to the start of term. Those three things shape the product choice directly.
Decisive Criteria in Dormitory Purchasing
- Budget and weight balance: unnecessary weight raises both cost and shipping volume
- Wash durability: shared laundry facilities mean far more frequent washing than at home
- Fast drying: decisive where drying capacity is limited
- Durability: surface deterioration and pilling are unacceptable under heavy use
- Delivery schedule: the start of term is a fixed date; production is planned around it
- Packing: single-unit or bulk packing for storage and distribution
Weight Guidance
| Use | Recommended approach |
|---|---|
| Heated dormitory building | Standard domestic weight is sufficient |
| Cold climate / insufficient heating | Higher weight preferred |
| Summer term and camps | Pique or pique blanket |
For detail on matching weight to use see our blanket weight guide.
Product Groups
- Acrylic tartan blanket — wash durability and colour fastness
- Plush blanket — cold climates and higher comfort requirements
- Cotton pique — summer term
- Antibacterial blanket — infirmaries and health units
Public Purchasing
Public dormitory and school purchasing generally runs through a specification. Suitability is assessed against the size, weight, blend ratio and test reports defined there. Process detail: military and public tenders.
Enquiry
You can apply with student/bed count, product group, size, weight, colour and delivery date. For high-volume enquiries a sampling and approval process applies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dormitory and school quote
Send your bed count, weight expectation and delivery date; we will come back with a plan.