When hotels remain closed for long periods during the off-season, air circulation in guest rooms and storage areas is reduced. Over time, the moisture left behind can lead to problems such as unpleasant odours, mould growth, and damage to textiles, furniture, and other items.
For this reason, in addition to cleaning and maintenance before the end of the season, moisture control should also be ensured in enclosed areas.
Why Is Moisture a Problem When Hotels Close for the Season?
When guest rooms, storerooms, and linen and laundry stores are left unused for long periods, moisture can remain trapped indoors.
The following factors, in particular, create conditions in which moisture-related problems can develop:
- Windows and doors remaining closed for long periods
- Reduced air circulation
- Temperature fluctuations and condensation
- Long-term storage of textile products
- High humidity in basements and storerooms
What Damage Can Moisture Cause?
In hotel areas that remain closed for long periods, uncontrolled moisture can lead to:
- Dampness and unpleasant odours
- Moisture build-up and odours in textile products
- Conditions that favour mould growth
- An increased risk of damage to furniture and other materials
- The need for extra cleaning and maintenance before reopening
Moisture control is particularly important in areas where textile products such as towels, bed sheets, curtains, and tablecloths are stored.
What Precautions Should Be Taken at the End of the Season?
Leave All Areas Clean and Dry
Guest rooms, storage areas, and other enclosed spaces should be cleaned before closing and left as dry as possible.
Ensure Adequate Ventilation
Rooms and storage areas should be well ventilated before closing, with particular attention paid to spaces where airflow is limited.
Check for Water Leaks
Plumbing, air-conditioning drains, window surrounds, and any potential sources of leaks should be inspected. Even a small leak can turn into a serious moisture problem in a space that remains closed for months.
Store Textiles Completely Dry
Bed sheets, towels, curtains, and other textile products should only be stored once they are completely dry.
Use Moisture Absorber Packs
In areas that will remain closed throughout the off-season, moisture absorber packs help keep excess moisture under control.
Industrial moisture absorber packs can be used in areas such as guest rooms, storerooms, and laundry and linen stores, while 125 g moisture absorber packs are suitable for wardrobes, drawers, and other small enclosed spaces of up to 3 m².
Where Can Absormix Moisture Absorber Packs Be Used in Hotels?
During seasonal closures, Absormix moisture absorber packs help keep excess moisture under control when used in:
- Guest rooms
- Wardrobes and cupboards
- Storerooms
- Linen storage rooms
- Laundry storage areas
- Enclosed storage spaces
Moisture absorber packs help reduce the conditions that favour mould growth, contribute to controlling unpleasant odours, and support the protection of stored textiles and other items.
Conclusion
When hotels remain closed for months at the end of the season, areas where moisture is not controlled can provide favourable conditions for dampness, unpleasant odours, and mould growth.
For this reason, cleaning, ventilation, leak checks, and moisture management should all be addressed together at the end of the season.
Absormix Industrial Moisture Absorber Packs can be used in areas such as guest rooms, storerooms, and laundry and linen stores, while 125 g moisture absorber packs are ideal for smaller enclosed spaces, helping to keep excess moisture under control throughout the closure period.
