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Textile Care - Towel Products
 Handle carefully before the first wash to avoid "pulling", however any loose threads which do occur should be snipped off
The first wash should be at a high temperature, i.e. 80-100c, followed by a cold rinse. This will shrink the product and lock the fabric loops together.
Dyed towels have already been subject to a first wash process and do not require a first high temperature wash.
Washing machines should not be overloaded as this will reduce the efficiency of soil removal and rinsing. Underloading of machines can increase the amount of mechanical wear on the product.
A generous quantity of detergent should be used in the first wash to remove the dressing from the fabric.
Pulled pile should be trimmed. This is not detrimental to the life of the product. Pulling can occur when laundering takes place because of "nicks" present in wash bowls and tumble dryers. Laundry equipment should be checked regularly to prevent these problems.
Tumble drying is the preferred method for drying towels. This will help in "fluffing" the pile of the product. This is particularly important in hospitality towelling, in maintaining the quality perception of the end user. However, overdrying of towelling will result in a harsh, dry feel, and excessive wear on the edges of towels.
Inadequate rinsing will reduce the life of the product, therefore rinsing should be completed several times to remove all suspended soils, soaps, detergents and alkali.
Approved specialty chemicals can be used instead of high wash temperatures to sanitise linen.
Do not store wet towels on concrete floors, or on timber (or other porous surfaces) as this will cause staining.
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