Textile Products for Restaurant Business

The article presents the results of a theoretical survey on the range of fabrics and textiles for restaurants and cafes. The study examined products for restaurant halls decoration, table linen, and staff’s uniform, as well as operational requirements for this type of product. The products’ environmental friendliness and fire safety of have been considered as the most important aspects of textile decoration. All textile products must comply with the technical regulations on fire safety requirements. Particular attention has been paid to the restaurant staff’s uniform, emphasizing the combination of aesthetic and operational properties of products and fabrics. As special clothing for waiters, two sets of women clothes have been recommended – pantsuits and skirt suits. The features of professional fabrics with acrylic and Teflon coatings, mixed fabrics (cotton), the advantages of natural fabrics (bamboo and linen) have been considered in each category of products. In conclusion, color palettes for restaurants’ or cafes’ table linen and halls decor have been recommended, depending on their concept. Recommendations are based on the results of a study of psychologists on the effect of color’s impact on a person’s appetite.