Choosing the Right Towel: 4 Things You NEED TO Know
Choosing the Right Towel: 4 Things You NEED to Know
When choosing the right towel important to you?
Here are 4 things to consider when choosing the right towel for the right purpose.
1. Choosing the Right Size Towel
TOWEL | SIZE cm |
Bath Sheet | 90 x 160 |
Bath Towel | 70 x 140 |
Beach Towel | Various 80 x 180std |
Fingertip Towel | 28 x 45 |
Guest Towel | 50 x 100 |
Hand Towel | 50 x 70 |
Washcloth | 30 x 30 |
BATH SHEET
Large towel for drying off your body and wrapping up in after a shower or bath – too large to use for wrapping around your head when drying your hair
BATH TOWEL
General all-purpose size bath towel for drying after bath or shower.
BEACH TOWEL
- Beach and pool use.
- Comes in various sizes and is large enough to lie on.
- Comes in different shapes too; e.g. square, rectangular and round.
- Very brightly coloured and decorative so that individual towels can easily be identified amongst others on crowded beaches or at pools.
FINGERTIP TOWEL
- Usually found on bathroom countertops and often used as a decorative accessory in a guest bathroom.
- Often rolled up and placed in a small basket or holder of sorts or hung on small towel stands on the countertop.
- Guest can then use them instead of the hand towel and take a fresh towel every time they wash their hands.
- Tip: Fingertip towels are great to use in the kitchen too.
- Tip: They are great for drying fine crystal and wine glasses.
GUEST TOWEL
- Guest towels are similar to the hand towel but are for – you guessed it – guests.
- Also used as a decorative item with other towels.
- Often a cause for confusion whether they are to be used or not.
HAND TOWEL
For drying hands after washing them.
WASHCLOTH
Washing your body, hands and face.
- Invest in towels made from Egyptian cotton, Pima and Superior Pima fabric and towels made from Turkish Cotton
- Usually, towels made from man-made fibres/microfiber are the way to go. Most cotton towels that are labelled “quick-drying” will do exactly that.
- They are environmentally friendly as they require less time in a dryer.
- E.g. bath towel and beach towels
- Invest in Egyptian or Pima Cotton Towels.
- These towels are super luxurious too. E.g. Bath Sheets
- With proper care (read the washing instructions) towels made from Egyptian, Turkish or Prima Cotton can last a long time.
- E.g. Guest towels, hand towels and beach towels.
- Towels used for decorative purposes will not stand up to everyday use and frequent laundry. They are solely for the purpose of decorating. E.g. finger towels with embellished embroidery.
- Because of its natural sheen, towels made from Turkish cotton and viscose are preferred.
4. How Many Towels Do You Need?
For bathroom presentation |
· A washcloth · A hand towel · A bath towel · Two bath sheets · A bathmat
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Towels per person | It is suggested three. One for use, one for the linen closet and one which is being washed. |
Before you buy towels.
5. Before you buy towels
Before you buy towels visually inspect them. Make sure the edges are neatly folded and sewed. Good secure edging is a sign of good craftsmanship. Understand towel lingo. A towel super soft at the touch may not maintain the softness after a few washes. On the label read the production highlights.