A coin-operated laundry, often called a laundromat, is a self-service facility where customers can wash and dry their clothes using machines that require coins or tokens. These establishments typically offer a variety of washing machines and dryers in different sizes to accommodate various laundry loads. Customers bring their dirty laundry, select the appropriate machine, and insert coins to start the washing or drying cycle. Many coin-operated laundries also provide additional services, such as detergent vending machines and folding tables, making it convenient for people to do their laundry in a single location.