It would seem that it is probably easier than choosing a bath towel? Soft and delicate, suitable in size and pleasant color - these are all the selection criteria. But it’s not so easy, there are different types of towels and you need to know their main types so as not to make mistakes in your choice.
The easiest thing to decide on is the size of a bath towel; it should be large, so that it can easily be wrapped around you. Dimensions vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, but the exact length and width are not particularly important. For children, take a smaller size so that a wrapped child does not accidentally get tangled in it.
Standard sizes
Before deciding on a purchase, you need to understand which towels are considered bath towels and what the correct size should be.
So, let's start with something smaller so that you can feel the size difference. The smallest towels are called guest towels; their sizes range from 30 x 30 and 35 x 35 centimeters. Next on the list are kitchen towels. Their width is about 50 centimeters and their length is 70 cm.
Towels whose length exceeds one hundred centimeters are already considered shower towels. For example, a face towel that can be hung in the bathroom and conveniently used after washing is a towel measuring 50 x 90 cm, 50 x 100 cm, 50 x 120 cm. Next come bath towels, the dimensions of which are about one hundred centimeters wide and more than 150 cm in length.
The standard size of a bath towel is 100 centimeters wide and 160 centimeters long. As we noted earlier, depending on the manufacturer, sizes may vary slightly. As a rule, the difference in size is about two to three centimeters. GOST allows such fluctuations in size.
How to choose the right size
As soon as you decide to purchase a few new towels for your bathroom, you should immediately ask yourself: for what specific purpose is this item needed? If you are going to buy a towel that will be used exclusively for wiping your face or hands, then you can limit yourself to dimensions of 50 x 90. It will not take up much space; it can be hung on a small hook next to the sink.
If you need something that will help you quickly and comfortably dry yourself after a shower, then here we will talk about a large towel. What size bath towel should I buy in this case? Experts advise not to save money and to purchase an item measuring from 90 cm in width and up to 150 cm in length. The larger your towel, the more convenient it will be to use when leaving the bathroom.
Standard sizes of bath towels and their purpose
In textile factories, they use standard dimensional grids approved many years ago, which help reduce waste, take into account the features of production machines, and also reduce production costs. In addition, standard sizes meet all customer requirements and are used not only at home, but also purchased for trips to the beach or to the bathhouse.
The size range is quite varied:
- 30X30 (another name is a kitchen napkin, used for household needs);
- 35X70 (intended exclusively for home use, more often used as a baby wipe);
- 50X70 (canvas for feet or as a terry mat after getting out of the shower);
- 50X100 (average size of a bath product, used for the face or hands, and also used in fitness rooms);
- 70X140 (a large product that can absorb moisture after procedures in water, used in bathrooms, saunas, baths or swimming pools);
- 150X100 (beach sheet, used not only to absorb moisture from the body, but also an excellent solution for laying on a couch or just on the sand).
Stores that sell name-brand products always stock standard sizes of towels that customers may require.
In the approved GOSTs , some deviation from the dimensions according to the standard is allowed. That is why products, depending on the manufacturing factory, may vary slightly in length or width.
Some factories provide the service of sewing towels according to individual customer sizes.
This is very convenient for people who are looking for non-standard options for decorating rooms in their home and prefer original things.
The softness of the bath towel
Now let's talk about equally important aspects that should be followed when choosing a bath towel. Firstly, it is soft. Agree, a lot depends on the tactile sensations when purchasing this item. Even if the size of the bath towel suits you, and it feels hard and scratchy to the touch, you will probably refuse such a purchase.
Experts recommend purchasing bath towels made from natural materials. Try to look in the store to see what it is made of. However, even the inscription “100% cotton” does not provide any guarantee. There are unscrupulous manufacturers who hide ordinary synthetics under such an optimistic label.
How to check the quality? Unfortunately, you can only find out what the towel is made of when you get home, having already purchased the product. Pour some water on the table and wipe it with a towel. If there are any drops or stains left, this is synthetic. The water was instantly absorbed - natural material.
Choosing a bath towel
So, when choosing soft companions for bath procedures, you need to pay attention to the following points:
Material
Terry opens the hit parade. It perfectly absorbs moisture, retains heat, allows air to pass through, has a long service life, and is easy to maintain. In addition, a terry product can be used to make a skirt, a sundress, and a men's kilt towel.
In second place is linen fabric. It perfectly absorbs moisture, allows air to pass through, is wear-resistant, has bactericidal properties, dries quickly, is pleasant to the touch, and does not irritate the skin.
The third place is occupied by bamboo material. It perfectly absorbs moisture, allows air to pass through and is highly durable. In addition, this fabric is known for its anti-inflammatory, antiviral, bactericidal and protective effect, which is especially important since it is quite easy to introduce some kind of infection into steamed skin. Bamboo fabric kills up to 70% of bacteria. It is absolutely safe and hypoallergenic. It is also very gentle, soft and does not stick to the body.
Jacquard and velor fabrics are also popular, but bathhouse fans do not recommend purchasing towels made from these materials, since they do not absorb moisture well, are difficult to care for, and have a fairly high price.
Thus, dear ladies, preference should be given to a terry, linen or bamboo towel.
Aesthetics
Yes, without a doubt, a towel should be attractive. Women love beautiful things. However, representatives of the fair sex often make a common mistake: they looked and bought. But you need to take the product in your hands, turn it, twist it, touch it and smell it. This looks, of course, comical, but health is still more important.
A high-quality towel should exude a pleasant aroma without any pungent odors. It is also unacceptable for plaque or lint to remain on your hands. In addition, a sign of a useless product is uneven coloring, bristling threads, uneven stitches (seams), and synthetic impurities. And, of course, the low price is a reason to be wary. A good thing cannot be cheap.
Pile
It would seem that the longer the pile of a terry towel, the more voluminous and softer it is. However, a long pile length, although it affects the size of a bath towel, making it fluffier, is not always an indicator of quality.
Experienced housewives try to choose a pile whose length does not exceed five millimeters. Longer pile will lose its softness and pleasant presentation after the first wash. Such a towel will quickly fail and become untidy.
You should also not choose a pile that is too short. If it is very small, it will affect the absorbency of the towel. It will quickly get wet, and wiping with it will simply become unpleasant.
Bath towel absorbency
Since we're talking about how well towels absorb moisture, let's dwell on this issue. Here, of course, the choice will be somewhat more complicated. If the size of a bath towel and, for example, the length of the pile can be determined by eye, then the composition of the yarn is another matter. Of course, there are voluntary manufacturers who do not just indicate “100% cotton”, but write what kind of cotton it is and what type of yarn was used in the production of the towel.
If you managed to find the right label, then choose a bath towel that is made from Egyptian or Pakistani cotton. They are considered to be the highest quality materials. Also look at what type of yarn was used. It is better if it is combed yarn. The absorption here will be the best.
Peculiarities
For a long time, lovers of steaming did without a pareo. So the natural question is: is it really necessary, because you can wrap a sheet or bath towel around your body. What are the specifics of this item?
A bath pareo, unlike a towel, is made with an elastic band that ensures a tight fit of the fabric to the body. And the presence of a Velcro fastener gives you confidence that the pareo is securely fastened and will not fall as a result of awkward movement.
If you have such a pareo, then you don’t have to think about how best to tie the towel so that it doesn’t accidentally slip off, and there’s no need to adjust it from time to time. As a bath garment, a Velcro pareo is much more comfortable than a towel wrapped around the body. In addition, the pareo can be used, if desired, as a towel or as a blanket for wooden surfaces, that is, this thing is multifunctional. Some manufacturers of bath accessories call this item a towel skirt.
Pareos for baths and saunas are often sold complete with a “turban” and a towel. These items are made from the same fabric and match in color, pattern and design, which allows you to create an image in the same style and in the same mood.
A men's “pareo” is most often called a bath kilt.
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Today we will have a modest, but very important topic. We will choose a bath towel. Let's pay attention to the main points and devote time to ordinary Velcro, which is increasingly winning the hearts of sauna lovers.
The bathhouse is a unique place where two rulers reign - Health and Beauty! To appease them and receive priceless gifts, you need to properly prepare for a meeting with them. No, there is no need to jump around the fire with a tambourine, calling on spirits and other evil spirits for help. All you need to do is take a beauty suitcase with you. Simply put, a set for a sauna. You can buy it ready-made or assemble it yourself, which will be inexpensive. So, the women's treasury should show off:
- body towel (an excellent solution is a special Velcro towel for a bath);
- hair towel;
- cotton or wool hat;
- a mitten that prevents scratches from the broom;
- sheet or bedding;
- slippers;
- robe (preferably waffle);
- broom;
- washcloth;
- comb;
- cosmetics – scrubs, masks, creams, shampoo, soap, essential oils.
Density of bath towel
And the last indicator on which the quality of the bath towel will depend is density. It will determine how long this item will serve you. Typically this is three years. But if the density is low, then the use time will be significantly reduced.
Of course, you won’t be able to find such detailed information on the label. But there is a way out. We weigh the purchased accessory. For example, the size of a bath towel is 80 x 140, weight 490 grams. Therefore, the density of the product will be about 500 grams per square meter. We follow the same principle with other products.
Density less than 300 gsm. meter - the towel will not last long and will quickly become unusable. Density 500 - you have bought a successful copy of good quality, which will delight you with its softness and good absorbency for many years.
