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.

 

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    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
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    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.

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    Choosing a Towel According to Its Characteristics

     

    More durable towels are denser and have a bit of weight to them.

    Light and airy towels are soft, velvety and fast drying.

    Thin and scratchy towels will not improve with washing and adding fabric softener will not make them fluffy either.

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    4. How Many Towels Do You Need? 

    For bathroom presentation

    ·       A washcloth

    ·       A hand towel

    ·       A bath towel

    ·       Two bath sheets

    ·       A bathmat

     

    Towels per person It is suggested three. One for use, one for the linen closet and one which is being washed.
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    Bath Towel Folding Demonstration

    by our Property Stylist

    towel lingo

    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.

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