The bathroom is the most popular and in-demand room in every home. Therefore, I want everything here to be cozy, beautiful and of high quality.
A towel is an indispensable attribute of personal hygiene and an integral accessory in any bathroom or shower room. The choice of this type of textile is very individual and, one might say, intimate. After all, everyone has their own personal preferences, which guide us when choosing such hygiene items.
Types of towels
Today, the choice of textiles for the home is very huge. Manufacturers offer a wide range of products for every taste and color. They can be divided according to different characteristics:
By composition:
- natural. These are products made from 100% natural composition;
- synthetic. Made from artificial materials;
- mixed. The composition contains both natural and synthetic threads.
By application:
- for face. Used both at home and in beauty salons;
- for hands and feet. Very popular and convenient options for home use;
- For shower. These are already large sizes, but the most popular and sought-after models;
- bathhouses Used when visiting a bathhouse or sauna;
- children's. Often with beautiful children's drawings and a wrapped corner for conveniently wrapping up a child after water procedures;
- kitchen Used for kitchen decoration;
- beach Quite large in size. Which allows you to wrap yourself up and lay it down instead of a blanket.
By type of fabric:
- terry;
- waffle;
- bamboo;
- microfiber;
- velor;
- linen;
- jacquard.
By color scheme and decor options.
They can be decorated with embroidery, ribbons, guipure, stones, lurex, fringe. It all depends on your preferences and desires.
Advantages
Cotton
- practical and durable;
- does not cause skin irritation or allergic reactions;
- hygroscopic;
- environmentally friendly and safe for daily use;
- affordable.
Mahra
- hygroscopic, hypoallergenic and antibacterial;
- environmentally friendly raw materials are used for production;
- has high heat-regulating properties;
- durable, does not deform, does not stretch during operation;
- withstands up to 450–500 washes, maintaining its original appearance.
Bamboo fiber
- unique hypoallergenic and antibacterial properties;
- resistance to rot and mold;
- hygroscopicity and breathability;
- has the required degree of rigidity;
- does not absorb odors;
- durable and wear-resistant.
Modal
- hygroscopicity and durability;
- light weight;
- breathability;
- environmental cleanliness;
- wrinkle resistance;
- a small percentage of shrinkage after the first wash;
- soft and pleasant to the touch surface.
Tencel
- environmentally friendly, does not contain toxic components;
- has antibacterial properties;
- breathable;
- soft and pleasant surface;
- high weaving strength;
- good thermal conductivity properties;
- hygroscopic;
- does not cause allergies, does not electrify, and does not lose its appearance for a long time.
Polyamide
- strength and wear resistance;
- resistance to abrasion, deformation and damage;
- dries quickly;
- light weight;
- has a smooth surface;
- does not fade with numerous washes.
Polyester
- smooth attractive surface;
- features a wide range of colors and a variety of textures;
- wear-resistant and practical;
- light weight;
- crease resistant;
- cheap.
Microfiber
- high degree of absorption of moisture, dirt and bacteria;
- dries quickly;
- does not cause allergic reactions;
- pleasant to the touch surface;
- practical;
- does not require ironing;
- easy to use;
- cheap.
How to choose a good towel
Regardless of the type of fabric or model you want to purchase, first of all you need to pay attention to the quality of the product. When choosing a good towel, you need to consider the following indicators:
High hygroscopicity. Absorbing moisture is the main function of any towel. That's why we actually buy it. Therefore, you should always pay attention to such a moment. Products with only natural composition cope well with this task. The addition of synthetics reduces hygroscopicity significantly.
Density. This indicator should be an average value. After all, very thick towels will be hard and not so pleasant to the body. If the density is less, they will wear out quickly.
Smell. Any towel should not have any artificial odors. Under no circumstances should the product smell of paint. This indicates that low-quality dyes were used in production. And it is not the thread from which the towel is made that is dyed, but the finished product.
Aesthetic appearance. Although you cannot determine the quality of the product by appearance, this is also an important factor when choosing a towel. After all, beautiful textiles in the bathroom always please the eye and even lift your spirits.
Everyone loves cotton terry towels. They are soft, light, absorb moisture well and do not cause allergies.
This type of textile is found in households, hotels, hospitals, sanatoriums, even in beauty salons. This is the undisputed leader among the options that users choose.
Both children and adults love them equally. After all, how nice it is to wrap yourself in the softness and warmth of a terry towel after water treatments.
Today, the textile market offers a huge selection of household goods. And so that there are no difficulties when choosing, we will analyze in detail the issue of choosing such a product.
To figure out which towel you should buy for yourself, you need to know their sizes.
Pile height
The height of the pile is the length of the loops that form the terry fabric. The longer the pile, the softer the towel.
Very long pile (8 mm and above) does not tolerate regular washing, which leads to a deterioration in the appearance of the towel. Very short pile (3.5 mm and below) does not absorb moisture well enough and over time such a towel becomes stiff.
The best option is considered to be medium-length pile (5 mm) - these towels are quite soft, resistant to wear and tear and absorb water well. Children's towels should be soft, which means they should have long pile.
Standard towel sizes:
- 30*30 cm or 30*50 cm are the sizes of napkins that are often offered to guests for wiping their hands;
- 50*70 cm is the standard size of kitchen towels used to wipe hands or dishes;
- 50*90 cm - a classic version of a face towel;
- 70*140 - the most popular size among customers - a bath or shower towel;
- 100*150 - “sauna” or beach option. Also used as a terry sheet;
Having decided on the size of the product, you can safely go to the store for something new. In our online store you can find a terry towel for every taste. We offer options for both single products and sets. These options can be a wonderful gift for any occasion. Such a gift would be appropriate for both women and men.
A haircut
Terry loops, which are “planted” on the towel frame, can be classic or sheared, when the top of the loops is cut off. Haircuts on our equipment can be performed in a variety of ways – from the most extremely short to “a little trim”. The length of the pile and, as a result, the fluffiness of the product depends on the haircut. Terry, the surface of which is made up of simple loops, is softer. However, such fabric can be easily damaged if it gets caught on something sharp, or the loops can be pulled out. Therefore, products made from this material are less practical, but softer and more comfortable.
Haircut allows you not only to increase the resistance of towels to mechanical damage, but also to create a relief pattern directly in the structure of the terry.
What to look for when purchasing?
But you need to know a few more little secrets that will greatly help when choosing a quality terry towel:
- Pile length is one of the main factors when choosing a good bath accessory. Ideally, the pile should be 5 mm. This is the best option. Too long will take a long time to dry, will quickly roll up and lose its appearance. A short one will be tough and poorly absorb moisture. Such a sample will very quickly become unusable.
- When purchasing, pay attention to whether the option you choose is crumbling. If small fibers remain when compressed, this indicates that low-quality fiber was used in production. This item won't last long.
- You should always look at the label. A natural product should be marked 100% cotton. Sometimes manufacturers decide to cheat and designate them with other symbols to hide the addition of synthetics. But we will help you figure it out:
- cotton 100% is a composition made of pure cotton without any additions;
- 100% cotton M - there is an artificial thread here;
- 100% PC cotton - polycotton added.
But this parameter is generally not indicated on the labels. To determine “by eye” which one to take, you need to weigh it. To do this, take 2 identical towels, between which you are choosing, and compare them in your hands. Whichever is heavier is correspondingly denser. According to the standard, the density should be approximately 500 g/sq.m.
But, at the same time, the product should not be very thick. Otherwise it will take a long time to dry. Which is not very convenient for daily use.
Terry towels are already a classic. They are perfect for both the whole body and the face - durable, soft, gentle. Ideal for delicate skin.
Manufacturers can add bamboo, linen, silk and eucalyptus to the composition. This softens the fabric and makes it more pleasant.
Decorative borders
Terry towels can be decorated with decorative elements such as borders - these are designs along one or two short edges. They can be:
- made in the structure of the terry itself
- viscose
- polyester
Such elements have a decorative function and add originality to the design.
We would like to draw your attention to a feature of towels with a viscose or polyester border: when washed, terry fabric and viscose/polyester shrink differently, which can lead to slight asymmetry of these elements relative to the terry part after drying. This nuance should not be perceived as a defect or low quality - these are the technological and operational features of products with a border.
Care Tips:
- Terry towels should be washed at a temperature no higher than 60 degrees and with the machine not fully loaded.
- Use bedding powder.
- Do not use fabric softener. And in order for terry products to remain soft and pleasant to the body, you need to keep them in salt water after washing. The solution is calculated as follows: 2 tablespoons of salt per 1 liter of water.
- Ironing terry towels is not at all necessary. It's enough to just hang it evenly.
- You should always follow the instructions on product labels. This will help avoid unpleasant surprises when caring for your textile products and will significantly extend their service life.
If you need help choosing a terry towel, please contact us. Our managers will be happy to help you choose the accessory that is ideal for you.
A towel is not only a must-have item for personal use, but also a great gift that is perfect for both men and women. In our store you can choose a towel for every taste and color.
Happy shopping!
Flaws
Cotton
- rapid creasing;
- susceptibility to the appearance of pellets;
- gives a large percentage of shrinkage after the first wash;
- dries slowly.
Mahra
- takes a long time to dry;
- unstable to mechanical stress and damage to hinges;
- it costs expensive.
Bamboo fiber
- high price;
- difficulty in care;
- instability to active detergents and high temperatures;
Modal
- not hypoallergenic;
- it costs expensive.
Tencel
- gives a small percentage of shrinkage when washed in an automatic washing machine;
- high price.
Polyamide
- low hygroscopicity;
- highly electrified.
Polyester
- high density;
- low hygroscopicity.
Microfiber
- unstable to deformation and stretching;
- quickly loses its appearance.
Universal gift
Towels are always a welcome gift, very practical and attractive in appearance. It can be given for any holiday and for any occasion (birthday, name day, housewarming, anniversary, etc.) and presented to a person of any age and gender.
The Cleanelly online store has a variety of options for such gifts - with a sports theme for fans of an active lifestyle, in pastel colors for romantic people, bright colors for children, with modern original decor for fans of everything unusual.
Pay attention to our collection of Motivi Veneziani towels - the products are packaged in an elegant gift box, and such a gift will certainly evoke a lot of positive emotions.
Now you can choose towels not only with pleasure, but also with skill. Take a look at our online store or come visit us in one of our retail stores. We will always be happy to help you with your choice and tell you about all the new products, promotions and special offers of our brand.
See you at Cleanelly!
