The top three things to consider when buying new towels: material, weight and size. Our guideline on Choosing the perfect Towel below can help your towel buying experience easier.
1. Selecting the right material
100% cotton is the softest and most absorbent. Premium cottons like Egyptian and Supima although considered top-notch, don't have much affect on softness, absorbency or durability.
Make sure edges of the towels are neatly folded and secured with close, secure stitching as it is a sign of good quality craftmanship. This prevents fraying and can help extend the towel's life.
2. Considering the Weight
Towel's weight is measured in grams per square meter(GSM). Generally, higher the weight, denser the towel and more absorbent and plush it will be.
300-400 GSM is considered lightweight, 400-600 GSM is medium weight and 600-900 GSM is the heaviest. The top performers are in 500-700 GSM range. All our towels are in the range of 500-700 GSM.
Higher weight towels take much more time to dry out so people living in tropical weather conditions can opt for light weight quick dry towels like our waffle towels, which are soft, lightweight and absorbent enough to feel luxurious. We also suggest buying these towels for use during the monsoon season when drying linen gets difficult.
3. Different Towel Sizes
Size is an important factor when considering to purchase a new towel. Towels come in unique sizes to fit the task to be performed.
Bath Sheet - Average Size : 36" x 72" - Larger than the bath towel and great for full coverage when drying off after a shower.
Bath Towel - Average Size : 30" x 60" - The most popular type of towel is the standard bath towel. This towel is most used at home for drying off after a shower or bath.
Hand Towel - Average Size :16" x 24" - Choosing a durable hand towel is a good idea because they are used a lot for drying hands in the restroom.
Face Towel - Average Size :12" x 12" - Used for the body, hands and face. Face towels are commonly used in shower, bath or near the sink. Can also be used as a travel accessory.
Bath Mat - Average Size : 21" x 30" - Used to wipe your feet after shower.
How many Towels Do I Need in My Home?
It is recommended that you have the following towels in your home bathroom: Face Towel, Hand Towel, Bath Towel and Bath Mat.
You can consider having three of each type of towel per person on hand. One for use now, one in laundry and one in the linen closet.
We have also curated a complete towel set which suits the bath linen requirement of each person.