Towels are perhaps the most underrated household item – we need them first thing in the morning and the last thing we use at night. But anyone hardly ever thinks twice before buying one. We often pay more attention to the colour and design than the quality of the weave or fabric. If you’re looking for new towels and need to understand the different types of materials, read on: 1. Terry Cloth: Terrycot is made by blending cotton with a small amount of chemical fibre or blended yarn. Terry cloth towels are woven using a towel weaving machine. Weaving
Read more · 3 min readTurkish towels or peshtemels are very popular in Turkey and traditionally used at hammam spas. They were believed to have been used since the 7th century AD by Turkish and Ottoman royals as a part of their hammam rituals. Turkish towels were a part of a ceremonial bath kit gifted to newlyweds from the royal family. Since then, very little has changed about these towels – they have always been crafted from cotton and always ended in a fringe. The Ottomans Encouraged Exquisite Weaving Techniques: The Ottomans also brought in craftsmen skilled in rug making to employ intricate designs and complex techniques
Read more · 3 min readHave you ever wondered why towels smell fresh and clean when they’re new but become stiff and scratchy over time? This is because they are coated with silicone and other chemicals to give that wonderful soft feel. To keep your towels, smelling fresh and clean for a long time, here are a few tips to follow: Do Wash New Towels: As I said earlier, new towels are coated with chemicals to give you that fresh feel. These chemicals protect the towel from moisture while being stored or transported. Washing them before using for the first time helps open the fibres and allows
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