Launderettes, also known as laundromats, washing salons, clothes' cleaning services, or self-service laundries, are places where people usually go to wash or clean their clothes and linens. Some other synonyms for launderettes include washhouses, wash centers, laundry shops, and laundry facilities. Additionally, in some countries, launderettes are referred to as "coin-op" or "wash-o-mat" due to the fact that customers have to pay with coins to use the machines. Regardless of their name or location, launderettes are convenient and essential for people who do not have access to a washing machine or who need to wash large items such as comforters or linens.