Disposable Towels for Shelters | DAVELEN Bulk & Tax-Exempt
Disposable Towels for Shelters: Hygienic, Fast & Cost-Consistent
For human shelters and animal shelters that need reliable hygiene and quick room turnover, DAVELEN disposable towels reduce laundry dependency, support best-practice cleanliness, and keep costs predictable. Use them for intakes, bathing, grooming, spill cleanup, and daily sanitation—without washers, dryers, or linen loss.
Recommended sizes for this workflow: 55×28 • 32×16 • 15×15
Tax-exempt purchasing available for qualifying shelters — contact us to verify your status.
Why DAVELEN Disposable vs. Laundered Towels
Single-use towels help teams maintain hygiene best practices by reducing cross-use and eliminating the time sink of collecting, sorting, washing, drying, and restocking linens. DAVELEN supports both human shelters (intake, showers, bed-turnover) and animal shelters (baths, grooming, kennel cleanup) with consistent quality, ready when you are.
- Hygiene support: Fresh towel per task helps avoid re-use across people, rooms, or pets.
- Time savings: Skip laundry steps and reallocate staff to care, intake, or adoptions.
- Cost consistency: Predictable per-use cost vs. variable utilities, detergent, and machine maintenance.
- Space efficiency: Store compact sleeves instead of bulky laundry carts and hampers.
- No linen loss: No shrinkage, staining, or missing pieces after wash cycles.
Explore sizes and bundles for shelters on our disposable towels collection. We can also help create a kit tailored to your needs.
The 5-Step Shelter Workflow (Human & Pet)
- Stage & Grab: Stock 55×28 body towels, 32×16 hand/utility towels, and 15×15 wipes at each station.
- Use Once: Assign one towel set per guest or per pet/task to support hygiene best practices.
- Contain & Bin: After use, place towels in your designated waste stream per local guidelines.
- Quick Reset: Wipe contact surfaces, restock sleeves, and log the turnover.
- Reorder Easily: Keep operations steady with bulk sleeves — we can help create a kit for your shelter’s workflow.
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Right Sizes for the Job
Most shelters stock all three sizes at each station — use 55×28 for coverage, 32×16 for utility, and 15×15 for quick wipes.
| Task / Scenario | Primary Size | Also Keep On Hand |
|---|---|---|
| Human shower / body dry | 55×28 | 32×16 (hands/face), 15×15 (surfaces) |
| Bedding change / spill containment | 55×28 | 32×16 (edges), 15×15 (spot wipe) |
| Pet bath dry (med/large) | 55×28 | 32×16 (finish dry), 15×15 (ears/paws) |
| Grooming station (small pets) | 32×16 | 15×15 (detail cleanups) |
| Intake / triage table | 32×16 | 15×15 (disinfect between guests) |
| Kennel / crate cleanup | 32×16 | 55×28 (liner), 15×15 (corners) |
| Quick surface wipe | 15×15 | 32×16 (larger area) |
Save time with pre-built bundles or let us help create a custom kit for your team.
Cost & Time Snapshot
- Labor & Utilities: Disposable workflows eliminate washer/dryer cycles and detergent management.
- Per-Use Clarity: Budget by guest, by bed, or by pet—no surprise maintenance or replacement costs.
- Throughput: Faster resets mean more time for care, services, and placements.
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Implementation Tips (Small Teams vs. High-Volume)
Small Teams
- Place one sleeve of each size per room; replenish from a central caddy.
- Color-code stations or shelves for quick recognition.
- Track usage by shift to forecast reorders.
High-Volume Operations
- Pre-bag individual sets (1× 55×28, 1× 32×16, 2× 15×15) for each intake or bath.
- Use a two-bin Kanban: “In Use” vs. “Restock” with clear min/max levels.
- Schedule recurring wholesale shipments via Bulk & Wholesale.
Common Mistakes & Quick Fixes
- Mixing sizes: Label shelves “55×28 / 32×16 / 15×15” to prevent overuse of large towels.
- Under-stocking: Keep a buffer sleeve at each station for peak intake times.
- Surface re-use: Assign fresh 15×15 wipes for each new task to support hygiene best practices.
- Waste stream confusion: Follow your local waste guidelines and train new staff on bin locations.
Tax-Exempt Purchasing for Shelters
DAVELEN supports tax-exempt purchases for eligible shelters and nonprofits. Provide your exemption documentation and we’ll enable tax-exempt status on your account. For assistance, reach out via our contact page or bulk order form. (Availability subject to verification and local regulations.)
FAQ
Are DAVELEN towels suitable for both human and animal shelters?
Yes. Sizes 55×28, 32×16, and 15×15 cover body care, grooming, and cleanup across human and pet workflows. We can help create a kit that matches your shelter’s setup.
How do disposables help hygiene best practices?
Single-use towels help avoid cross-use between individuals, rooms, or pets, and remove the need to store soiled linens while waiting for laundry.
What sizes should we start with?
Most shelters start with 55×28 for bathing/body care, 32×16 for hand/utility, and 15×15 for surface/personal wipes. Browse all sizes on our collection page.
Can we buy in bulk or set up recurring orders?
Yes. Visit Bulk & Wholesale for bulk purchasing and assistance with recurring supply planning.
How do we submit tax-exempt documentation?
Send your exemption certificate through our contact page, and our team will guide verification and account setup.
Conclusion
Whether you manage a human shelter, an animal shelter, or both, DAVELEN disposable towels help teams move faster, support clean practices, and keep costs consistent—without laundry bottlenecks. Browse all sizes or connect with our team for bulk & tax-exempt purchasing.
Author: DAVELEN LLC • Last updated: November 5, 2025