Washing-up liquid is an essential for keeping on top of cleanliness and hygiene in self-catering properties without a dishwasher or for cleaning fragile glassware. We have chosen the best professional washing-up liquid to help you with your task. Stock up on everything you need, from concentrated washing-up liquid to wholesale washing-up liquid ideal. The Janstar washing-up liquid is available in bulk with a hand pump (sold separately) for easy dispensing. For an eco-friendly alternative, the Bright Earth washing-up liquid is always a great choice.
Why Quality Washing-Up Liquid Matters in Hospitality & Catering
The right washing-up liquid ensures dishes, glasses and cutlery appear spotless and streak-free — which matters when your guests judge the cleanliness of your service. Using a sub-par detergent can lead to residue, re-washing, wasted labour time and equipment wear. Switching to a purpose-made hospitality grade or eco-friendly washing-up liquid helps you:
- achieve cleaner results with fewer repeats
- manage costs by using concentrated or bulk formats
- support sustainability goals with low-chemical, biodegradable formulas
- streamline procurement and stock-turn with large-pack supply
Our Range of Washing-Up Liquid & Bulk Formats
We stock trade-sized, hospitality-specified washing-up liquids including:
- Standard washing-up liquid in 1L, 5L and larger formats
- Eco-friendly washing-up liquids (biodegradable, vegan, plant-based)
- Bulk washing-up liquid packs (10L, 20L or pallet quantities) for high-volume kitchens
- Concentrated & refill systems to reduce packaging waste
- Specialised formulas (low-foam, fragrance-free, heavy-grease cut) for cafés, bars, dish machines
All products are selected for performance in hospitality environments and come with bulk pricing, consistent supply and support for operational use.
Benefits for Procurement & Cleaning Ops Teams
When you choose our washing-up liquid range, you gain:
- Trade pricing & bulk discounts — cost-effective for multi-site or high turnover operations
- Improved cleaning efficiency — stronger formulas reduce re-wash and labour time
- Better resource use — bulk formats mean fewer deliveries, lower packaging waste, less stock management
- Sustainability credentials — eco friendly variants help meet sustainability commitments
- Reliability & consistency — same formulation across reorder cycles, fewer product changes
- Fast UK delivery & hospitality-friendly logistics — aligned with kitchen restock schedules
Typical Uses in Hospitality & Catering
Our washing-up liquids support a wide range of hospitality scenarios:
- Full size kitchens in hotels or resorts with heavy dishware volumes
- Pub and restaurant glass-wash or cutlery washing in service shifts
- Guest house, holiday cottage or self-catering kitchens needing reliable general-purpose supply
- Front–of–house café or bar service where appearance of glassware and crockery matters
- Housekeeping or cleaning stockrooms managing refills and back-of-house operations
What is the difference between standard and eco friendly washing up liquid?
Standard formulations focus on grease-cutting and fast cleaning, whereas eco friendly washing up liquid is designed with biodegradable ingredients, lower chemical load, often vegan and cruelty-free. For hospitality, eco formulas offer extra guest appeal and sustainability credentials, albeit often at slightly higher unit cost.
When should I choose bulk washing up liquid formats?
If your site processes large volumes (e.g. hotels, self-catered holiday lets, pubs, cafés), bulk washing up liquid formats (5L, 10L or larger) reduce cost per wash, limit delivery frequency and minimise packaging waste — making them ideal for high-usage environments.
Are there specific formulas for heavy grease or glass wash areas?
Yes. Some formulas are purpose-built for heavy grease loads (kitchen washdown) or low-foam/low-fragrance variants for glassware in bars or cafés. Check label and product details to match to your service area.
How do I manage stock and dosing of bulk formats?
Best practice: use a dosing pump or metering system to ensure correct dilution; store large bulk containers in a dedicated storage area or cleaning cupboard; rotate stock using “first in, first out”; track usage and reorder before depletion to avoid service disruption.
What are your delivery times and trade order thresholds?
For trade orders over £60 (ex VAT) in mainland UK, we offer next-day delivery on qualifying stock-items placed before midday. Remote areas or larger bulk orders may take 2–3 working days. See our Delivery Policy for full terms.
Can washing-up liquids support environmental or sustainability targets?
Absolutely. Using eco friendly washing up liquid, switching to bulk formats (reduces packaging), and tracking usage all help reduce waste and carbon footprint. Refer to our blog on hospitality eco-swaps for more detail.
