Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Laundry Services in Folkestone
Established in the 1950s, Lantern Launderette has been Folkestone's trusted laundry service provider for over seven decades. Our commitment to combining traditional reliability with modern innovation ensures customers receive hygienically clean laundry using state-of-the-art Electrolux machines. We prioritise sustainable practices by eliminating plastic packaging, utilising energy-efficient cycles, and partnering with local suppliers. Our use of SESI eco-friendly detergents and Dettol sanitiser guarantees both environmental responsibility and exceptional cleanliness.With convenient self-service hours and a dedicated service wash team, we cater to residential and commercial clients across Folkestone, Hythe, and surrounding areas. Our comfortable waiting area and central location near local amenities make laundry day a pleasant experience. Backed by generations of expertise and glowing customer testimonials, we maintain rigorous quality standards while offering competitive pricing through our Duvet Club membership and Best Price Guarantee.
Services
Duvet Cleaning
Bed Linen Cleaning
Curtain Cleaning
The Big Wash
Commercial Laundry
Details
- Year established: 1950
Highlights and features
- Over 70 years serving Folkestone's laundry needs
- Uses energy-efficient Electrolux commercial machines
- Eco-friendly detergents and plastic-free operations
- Dettol sanitisation for hygienically clean laundry
- Best Price Guarantee on duvet cleaning services
What people say
Very efficient
First rate service
Impressed by cleanliness
Friendly place
Quick turnaround
Services
Duvet Cleaning
Specialist duvet cleaning using 20-28kg Electrolux machines with dedicated duvet cycles. Our process ensures thorough cleansing and sanitisation with Dettol Laundry Sanitiser. Members receive 20% discounts and free duvet bags. Available for all sizes from double to king.
Bed Linen Cleaning
Commercial-grade bed linen washing using energy-efficient Electrolux equipment. We handle large volumes with our 28kg machines, completing wash cycles in 35 minutes. Available as self-service or staff-assisted options with flexible pricing tiers.
The Big Wash
High-capacity laundry service for oversized loads using our 28kg industrial machines. Three times domestic capacity allows rapid processing of large volumes. Includes comfortable waiting area and coffee shop proximity for customer convenience.
Commercial Laundry
Tailored laundry solutions for holiday lets and businesses. Features fast turnaround via rotary ironing equipment and price-matching guarantee. No contracts required, with flexible payment for actual usage volumes.
Service Wash
Staff-assisted laundry service available Mon-Thu 8:30am-12:30pm. Offers four pricing tiers from medium to XXLarge loads. Includes change assistance and dedicated customer support for optimal convenience.
Questions
What laundry services do you offer?
We provide duvet cleaning, bed linen washing, curtain cleaning, bulk laundry services, and commercial laundry solutions using industrial-grade Electrolux equipment.
Are you open on weekends?
Yes, our self-service launderette operates daily 6:30am-9pm, including weekends and most public holidays.
Do you offer discounts for regular customers?
Our Duvet Club membership provides 20% off all duvet cleans and a guaranteed best price with potential free services.
What sustainability practices do you implement?
We use biodegradable SESI detergents, eliminate plastic packaging, operate energy-efficient machines, and source locally where possible.
How large are your washing machines?
Our machines range from 9kg to 28kg capacity, with the largest being three times bigger than average domestic machines.
Do you provide commercial laundry services?
Yes, we offer competitive commercial laundry solutions for holiday lets with fast turnaround and price-matching guarantees.
