What are the different types of towels?

There are several different types of towels, each designed for specific purposes. Here is an overview of the most common types:





  1. Bath towel:

    • Description: The standard towel for drying off after a bath or shower.
    • Size: Approximately 70x140 cm to 80x150 cm.
    • Material: Often made of terrycloth for its softness and absorbency.

  2. Bath sheet:

    • Description: A larger version of a bath towel, offering more coverage and comfort.
    • Size: Approximately 90x160 cm to 100x180 cm.
    • Material: Usually terrycloth, but can also be made of cotton or microfiber.

  3. Hamam towel (Pestemal):

    • Description: Thin and lightweight towel often used in Turkish baths or on the beach.
    • Size: Varies, but usually around 90x180 cm.
    • Material: Usually cotton or bamboo.

  4. Hand towel:

    • Description: Smaller towel used to dry hands and face.
    • Size: Approximately 40x60 cm to 50x70 cm.
    • Material: Terrycloth, cotton, or microfiber.

  5. Guest towel:

    • Description: A small towel often placed in the guest bathroom.
    • Size: Approximately 30x50 cm.
    • Material: Terrycloth or cotton.

  6. Face towel (washcloth):

    • Description: Small towel for drying or washing the face.
    • Size: Approximately 30x30 cm.
    • Material: Soft terrycloth or cotton for gentleness on the skin.

  7. Beach towel:

    • Description: Large towel used on the beach, often colorful and patterned.
    • Size: Approximately 90x180 cm to 100x200 cm.
    • Material: Cotton or microfiber, sometimes terrycloth.

  8. Hair towel:

    • Description: Specially designed to wrap and dry hair after washing.
    • Size: Varies, but often around 50x100 cm.
    • Material: Soft cotton, terrycloth, or microfiber that is gentle on the hair.

  9. Kitchen towel:

    • Description: Used in the kitchen to dry hands, dishes, or surfaces.
    • Size: Approximately 50x70 cm.
    • Material: Often linen or cotton for good absorbency and durability.

  10. Sports towel:

    • Description: A compact and quick-drying towel used during exercise or at the gym.
    • Size: Varies, but often around 40x100 cm.
    • Material: Microfiber to be lightweight and quick-drying.

  11. Spa towel:

    • Description: Extra soft and luxurious towel used at spas.
    • Size: Usually the same as a bath towel or bath sheet.
  • Material: High-density terrycloth or bamboo for extra softness.



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    Questions and answers


    1. Is there a difference between a bath towel and a bath sheet?
    Answer: Yes, a bath sheet is larger. Sizes can be found in the text above.

    2. Are there special towels for drying hair?
    Answer: Yes, there are special towels for hair, often they are designed so that you can attach them to your head like a cap.

    3. What is a spa towel?
    Answer: These towels are extra thick to provide an extra pleasant feeling when used inside the spa facility and to give a relaxing and luxurious feeling.
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