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Looking for comfortable, soft and absorbent towels?Stepping out of your shower and wrapping yourself up in a comfortable, soft and absorbent bath towel is one of the simple pleasures in life – but how do you pick the right towel? Bath towels are a household necessity. At Pillow Talk, our towels are both stylish and practical – without compromising on quality. When it comes to selecting the perfect bath towel, of course, colour comes into play, but there are a whole host of other influential factors that should be considered. What are towels & what are they used for?A towel is an absorbent cloth used for drying. Bath towels and bath sheets are used to dry the body after a shower or bath, hand towels are used to dry the hands after washing them and washers are used to help wash and dry the face. How to Choose a TowelChoosing the best towel for you comes down to what you need the towel to be. Whether you’re looking for a luxe, hotel-like feeling or something quick-drying and lightweight, there are plenty of bath towel options within Pillow Talk’s range to choose from! One of the first elements to consider when choosing your towels is how many you are looking for and whether you’re looking for a towel set or an individual towel. If you are looking to add a little luxury to your bathroom, a set of towels that includes a larger bath sheet, a regular towel, a hand towel and one or two washers for each person that uses the bathroom is the way to go. Looking to stock the kid’s bathroom? Consider getting a bath towel set for each of your children, with a different colour for each – no more fights over whose towels have been left on the floor and no more getting them mixed up! Alternatively, if you’re looking for a quick-drying towel for the gym a single lightweight bath towel or sports towel may be all you need. Another element to consider is the size and feel you want. Do you like a plush, larger size towel to wrap yourself up in? You’ll likely love a larger sized bath sheet, which is bigger than a standard bath towel, with a higher GSM. Looking for a more lightweight, convenient towel that’s quick-drying and doesn’t take up too much space? Bath towels with a lower GSM made from natural fibres such as cotton are an excellent lightweight choice.
Types of TowelsAustralian Pure Cotton TowelsMany aspects of cotton make it the ‘comfortable choice’, and Australian cotton growers produce some of the longest, strongest and most contamination-free cotton in the world. A renewable resource, cotton fibres are spun into yarn and then woven into a beautifully soft, natural and biodegradable fabric. As cotton is natural, it is gentle on the skin so perfect for people with allergies and respiratory conditions. Cotton is easy to care for, being a very durable fabric, so you can let your washing machine do the work for you. Benefits of Australian Cotton Bath Towels:
Modal Cotton TowelsBreathable and absorbent, modal is a man-made cellulosic fibre that is designed to stay colour fast. Silky soft, modal is blended with cotton to create an absorbent and luxurious feeling towel.
Cotton Bamboo TowelsThe high growth rate of bamboo and its’ ability to survive in many different climates make it an amazing renewable resource. Bamboo fibre is lightweight, extremely absorbent and soft. The fibre is naturally smooth and consequently less irritable to sensitive skin. The result is an absorbent towel that stays fresh for longer. Benefits of Cotton Bamboo Towels:
Zero Twist CottonZero twist cotton has very low or no twist, and can only be constructed from long staple cotton. The lack of twist in the yarn allows the cotton fibres to open up, letting air reach the inner parts of the yarn more quickly, increasing absorbency and reducing the time it takes to dry. The result is a plush, absorbent and fast-drying towel with the ability to absorb up to four times more moisture by weight than conventional towels. Benefits of Zero Twist Cotton Bath Towels:
Turkish Cotton TowelsTurkish cotton, grown exclusively in Turkey, is a long-fibred cotton spun into a fine yarn. Turkish cotton products are well-suited for use in humid climates as they tend to dry quickly. The result is a soft, durable and fast-drying towel. Benefits of Turkish Cotton Bath Towels:
Aqua Fibro CottonLike Zero-twist cotton, Aqua Fibro is a newer spinning technology where micro air holes are created inside the yarn during the spinning process. This allows for an extremely absorbent towel that is ultra-soft and quick-drying. A benefit of this newer technology is reduced linting. Benefits of Aqua Fibro Cotton Bath Towels:
Combed Cotton TowelsCombed cotton is carded cotton that has been further refined and combed to separate the long, desirable fibres from the shorter fibres and impurities. This finer yarn provides a stronger, smoother product. Benefits of Combed Cotton Bath Towels:
Towel SizesA standard bath towel is what most people think of when they think of a towel. They measure approx. 70cm x 140cm and are great for smaller bathrooms or for those with a smaller body frame. If you’re finding a regular bath towel a little too small, or just want to be able to wrap yourself up in a soft towel a bath sheet is a great option. Measuring approx. 80cm x 160cm, the extra size of a bath sheet allows you to wrap yourself up in it with ease. As well as bath towels and bath sheets, there are also hand towels which are a smaller towel usually measuring around 40cm x 60cm that are perfect for hanging in spots where you are regularly washing your hands, like near the kitchen and bathroom sinks. Finally, there are face washer towels which usually measure around 30cm x 30cm. With their smaller size, they are a handy towel to have when washing and drying your face. How to care for towelsHow to clean & wash towels
How to store towelsThe best way to store your towels will depend on how many towels you have, and whether you want to store them in a linen closet, in their designated bathrooms, or elsewhere. It’s typically best to have at least to sets of towels per person in the household to make washing and drying your towels less stressful. Ideally, you want to store your towels in a dry and cool place such as a linen closet, either rolled or folded, when not in use. Storing them as a set is a great way to keep your towel sets organised and makes it easy to grab all the pieces you need at once when you change over your towels. When in use, we recommend hanging them in a space where they get airflow and can dry completely in between uses. How to fold & roll towelsTo fold your bath sheets and towels, first lay the towel horizontally on a flat surface such as a table or countertop. Fold it in half lengthways and then fold in thirds along the width, making sure that any embellishments are facing outwards, and any hanging loops are tucked in. To fold your hand towels or face washers, lay them on a flat surface and fold them in half lengthways and then in half across the width, again ensuring any embellishments are facing outwards. Folding your towels is ideal for storing them as a stack in the bathroom or in a linen closet. To roll your bath towels and bath sheets like a hotel or spa, first lay the towel flat on a surface. Fold the bottom left corner to the centre of the towel lengthwise, creating a triangle. Repeat with the bottom right edge and smooth the towel out. Once smoothed out, flip the towel over with the pointed edge on the right. Start tightly rolling the towel from the left-hand side. Once finished rolling, tuck the flap in so that the bath towel will hold its rolled position. Rolling your towels is ideal for storing them in baskets or displayed in the bathroom on a stool or on your vanity for that spa look Additional points
Common terminologyWhat is GSM in towels?
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