Do you have umbrella dryers in reception on rainy days?

Umbrella Dryers – Do you have them? A great question that uncovered a mix of approaches to keeping floors dry and maintaining a polished guest experience on wet days.

Here’s what FOH teams are using:

🔹 Shared umbrella rental & drying stations – Some buildings offer a free 24-hour rental scheme where umbrellas are stored and dried in designated units. A practical and sustainable solution!
🔹 Eco Umbrella Dryers – Popular models like the HGI Safety Eco Umbrella Dryer and branded options from Queue Safe were recommended, with some teams receiving them through cleaning contractors.
🔹 Windmatic & Stay Sourced – Others have sourced dryers via Gary Reisman (Gary@staysourced.co.uk).
🔹 Plastic Sleeves & Bags – A simple, effective, and widely used option, especially for high-traffic areas.
🔹 Storage for drying – Some teams avoid large equipment altogether, instead allowing umbrellas to air dry in a discreet space before returning them to guests.
🔹 Effectiveness? While some find dryers a useful visual feature, others feel they’re not always worth the investment, particularly for collapsible umbrellas that don’t fit properly in larger machines.

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