Introduction
In the hotel industry, ensuring a quality customer experience inevitably requires a healthy and pleasant environment. Among the factors influencing customer satisfaction, the presence of unpleasant odors is a major issue. Whether they come from humidity, pipes, textiles, food or tobacco, these odor nuisances can compromise an establishment’s image and impact customer loyalty.
This white paper, aimed at hotel professionals and tourist accommodation managers, provides an overview of existing solutions and highlights the benefits of probiotic technologies in the sustainable elimination of unpleasant odors.
1. Origin of unpleasant odours
Unpleasant odors are generally caused by bacteria feeding on decomposing organic matter. This process releases volatile compounds responsible for odour nuisance. For effective and lasting elimination, it’s essential to act directly at the source of the problem.
2. Existing solutions: benefits and limitations
a) Temporary solutions
- Chemical and natural air fresheners : They mask odors by diffusing a pleasant scent, without treating the cause. Some may contain irritating and allergenic compounds.
- Chemical odor neutralizers : They work by encapsulating malodorous molecules, but their effect is limited in time and their chemical composition may present health risks.
- Ozone air purifiers and germicidal UV lamps : Although these technologies can destroy certain odorous particles, they do not treat bacterial growth and can generate harmful substances.
b) Operating limits
- High cost : these solutions have to be used frequently, resulting in high expenditure on consumables and manpower.
- Impact on the environment and health : Some chemicals contribute to air pollution and can affect the health of customers and staff.
3. The probiotic solution: a lasting, effective response
Probiotic products offer an innovative, environmentally-friendly approach to managing unpleasant odors.
a) Mode of action
- Immediate encapsulation of malodorous molecules, neutralizing the perceived odor.
- Colonization of the environment by beneficial micro-organisms that gradually eliminate odor-causing bacteria.
- Prolonged effect : Unlike chemical solutions, probiotics continue to work for several days after application.
b) Benefits of probiotics
- Long-lasting effectiveness : Reduces the recurrence of unpleasant odours by acting at source.
- Health and safety: Contains no toxic substances, providing a healthy environment for customers and staff.
- Positive ecological impact : biodegradable, does not pollute air or surfaces.
4. Added value for your business
The adoption of probiotic solutions enables hotels to benefit from several strategic advantages:
- Maximize profitability : fewer parts are immobilized due to persistent odors.
- Improved brand image: Commitment to an eco-responsible and caring approach.
- Customer loyalty: A pleasant olfactory environment has a positive influence on customer reviews and return rates.
Conclusion
Faced with the limitations of traditional solutions, probiotic-based air fresheners are the ideal solution for the hotel industry. They guarantee effective, eco-responsible management of olfactory nuisances, while protecting the health of occupants and reducing environmental impact.
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