Bamboo bath towels and what the size means

Short answer: A bath towel has to reach around the body and still dry a whole person. For most people that means at least seventy by a hundred and forty centimetres.

The size has to reach round

If the towel cannot reach around your hips, it is only used for drying and not for walking around in. That is often the decisive difference. See bamboo towels.

Area rather than thickness

A larger, lighter towel dries a person better than a small thick one, because there is more surface to spread the water over.

Drying time rises with size

A large towel takes longer to dry. Make sure it can hang spread out over a rail. See home and homewear in bamboo.

Towels for hands

At the basin a small towel is enough, and it can be changed more often. See bamboo bedding.

Washing and care

Wash bath towels on their own and without fabric softener. See washing and care.

Frequently asked questions

How large should a bath towel be?

At least seventy by a hundred and forty centimetres, if it also has to reach around the body.

Is a large towel better?

For drying a person yes. In return it takes longer to dry itself.

How often should bath towels be washed?

After three to four uses, if they hang spread out and dry completely in between.