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Kick Pleat Valance | Spectrum Bed Valance | Oatmeal King Size | Mitre Essentials GU199
£38.16
/ exc vat
£45.79/ inc vat
- Polycotton Fabric
- Kick Pleat Design
- Generous 35cm Drop
- Easy Care Properties
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Product Overview
Here's a brilliant way to give your guest rooms an instant, professional lift. This king size kick pleat valance from Mitre Essentials is designed to neatly hide away scruffy bed bases, creating a clean, uniform, and inviting look. The subtle Oatmeal shade is wonderfully versatile, effortlessly complementing a wide range of colour schemes and adding a touch of understated warmth to any room.
Crafted specifically for the demands of the hospitality industry, this valance is perfect for hotels, guesthouses, and serviced apartments that need their linen to look sharp and last well. Made from a clever polycotton blend, it balances guest comfort with the practical needs of a busy housekeeping team. It’s a simple change that makes a huge difference to the overall feel of a room, showing you care about the little details that guests notice.
Featuring a classic kick pleat design for a tidy finish and a generous 35cm drop, it fits most standard king size bed bases perfectly. It’s not just about looking good; it's about smart, efficient, and durable bedding that works as hard as you do. Ready to transform your rooms with minimal fuss? This valance is the answer.
Key Features and Benefits
- Polycotton Fabric: Blends cotton comfort with polyester's superb durability and easy care.
- Kick Pleat Design: Offers a sharp, tailored look at the corners for a professional finish.
- Generous 35cm Drop: Perfectly conceals the bed base and legs for a much tidier appearance.
- Easy Care Properties: Requires minimal ironing, saving your housekeeping team valuable time.
- Quick-Drying Material: Speeds up laundry turnaround, essential for high-occupancy establishments.
- Versatile Oatmeal Colour: A warm, neutral tone that coordinates easily with existing décor.
- Commercial Grade Quality: Built to withstand the rigours of frequent washing and daily use.
- Matching Range Available: Create a complete, coordinated look with matching duvet covers and pillowcases.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Mitre Essentials
- SKU: GU199
- Dimensions: 1980(L) x 1520(W) mm
- Drop: 350mm
- Colour: Oatmeal (Beige)
- Size: King Size
- Weight: 710g
- Material: Polycotton
- Design: Kick Pleat Valance
Expert Review and Insights
The Mitre Essentials range consistently delivers on the essentials, and this valance is no exception. It’s a workhorse product that solves a common problem elegantly. The polycotton fabric is the right call for commercial use, balancing cost, durability, and guest perception perfectly. It's a simple, effective upgrade for any accommodation provider.
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- Practicality: The kick pleat and polycotton blend make it look smart and launder beautifully.
- Minor Point: Some luxury-focused venues might prefer the feel of 100% natural fibres.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
The Moorland View Inn, a popular family-run guesthouse in Bakewell, Peak District, needed to update its guest rooms. Their existing bed bases were functional but visually tired, and a full replacement was too costly. They opted for the Mitre Essentials valances to provide a smart, consistent look.
"We fitted these across all eight of our rooms and the transformation was immediate. They look so much smarter, and the housekeeping team loves how easy they are to wash and put back on. It’s a small investment for such a significant visual improvement."
David Chen – Proprietor
The upgrade allowed them to refresh the appearance of all their rooms in just one day, improving guest feedback on room presentation.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Before first use, we recommend washing the valance to soften the fabric.
- To fit, simply lift the mattress off the bed base.
- Drape the valance over the base, ensuring the flat central panel is smooth.
- Align the kick pleats with the corners of the base for the neatest look.
- Carefully place the mattress back on top to hold the valance securely in place.
Keeping It Going
- Machine wash at a low temperature (around 40°C) with similar colours.
- Avoid using bleach, as this can weaken fibres and affect the oatmeal colour.
- Can be tumble dried on a low heat setting, which also helps reduce creasing.
- For a perfectly crisp finish, iron on a warm setting while slightly damp.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is a kick pleat valance?
A: It's a type of bed valance with inverted pleats at the corners and often halfway along the sides. This creates a smart, flat, tailored look rather than a gathered or frilly one.
Q: Is this machine washable?
A: Yes, absolutely. It's designed for commercial laundering and can be machine washed, making it ideal for busy hotels and guesthouses.
Q: What material is it made from?
A: It's made from a polycotton blend, combining the softness of cotton with the strength, durability, and quick-drying properties of polyester.
Q: Will the oatmeal colour fade after washing?
A: The fabric is colourfast, so when washed according to the care instructions (at lower temperatures, with similar colours), fading is minimal.
Q: Will this fit a standard UK king size bed?
A: Yes, its dimensions of 1520 x 1980mm are specifically for a standard UK king size bed base.
Q: How much ironing will it need?
A: Thanks to the polyester content, it's very low-crease. If you remove it from the tumble dryer promptly, it may not need any ironing at all.
Q: Is the material see-through?
A: No, the fabric has a substantial weight (710g) and is opaque, effectively hiding the bed base from view.
Q: Do you sell matching pillowcases and duvet covers?
A: Yes, this valance is part of the Mitre Essentials Spectrum range, and matching items are available to create a fully coordinated look.
Mitre Essentials: The Foundation of Guest Comfort
For generations, Mitre has been the trusted name behind the scenes in Britain's best hotels, hospitals, and hospitality venues. Choosing a Mitre Essentials product like this king size kick pleat valance isn't just about buying a piece of linen; it's an investment in consistency and reliability. The real value is knowing that the quality you receive today will be the same quality you get on your next order, ensuring uniformity across your establishment. This brand understands that commercial linen needs to perform day-in, day-out, under the pressures of high turnover and industrial laundering. Their focus on durable, easy-care fabrics translates directly into lower long-term costs for your business through fewer replacements and significant savings in housekeeping time. It's the kind of quiet, dependable quality that builds a foundation for excellent guest experiences.
Explore more from Mitre EssentialsThe Polycotton Advantage: Smarter Fabric for Busy Businesses
Ever wondered why so many professional establishments choose polycotton? Think of it like a hybrid car – it takes the best bits from two different things to create something superior for the job. This fabric blends natural cotton, which is soft and breathable, with durable polyester. The cotton ensures a comfortable, non-scratchy feel that guests appreciate, while the polyester provides the muscle. It resists wrinkles (meaning less time ironing!), withstands countless wash cycles without losing its shape, and dries much faster than 100% cotton. For a busy hotel or B&B, that means quicker laundry turnaround and linen that keeps looking sharp for longer, saving you time and money.
Who Should Buy This?
- Boutique Hotels: To achieve a crisp, uniform look across all rooms, enhancing the guest experience without a full refurbishment.
- Guesthouses & B&Bs: An affordable way to smarten up bedrooms and make a great first impression on arrival.
- Serviced Apartments: For providing a homely yet professional finish that is incredibly durable and easy for cleaning crews to maintain.
- University Accommodations: A robust, cost-effective solution for refreshing student halls and making them more inviting year after year.
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