Should you switch to Turkish towels?

Are you looking to update your bathroom accessories? If so, consider investing in Turkish towels. These bath linens have been hand-woven in Turkey for centuries and were once used to dry off after spending time in a hammam, also known as a Turkish bath. Today, more and more people are using them in their own homes and here’s why.

• They’re absorbent. Turkish cotton has longer fibers than other types, and when tightly woven, they absorb a surprising amount of water.

• They’re easy to clean. Wash them in cold water and hang them to dry. Because they’re flat and thin, they dry very quickly. And, the more you use and wash your Turkish towels, the softer they’ll be.

• They’re versatile. Though they’re meant to be used to dry off after a bath, Turkish towels have a number of other possible functions. Use them as throws in the living room, picnic blankets at the park or as a shawl or scarf if you get cold. They’re also particularly well suited to the beach, thanks to their absorbency and flat weave.

Turkish towels are traditionally colored with vegetable dyes, lending them their characteristic pastel tones. While they’re usually adorned with stripes, they can in fact be found in an assortment of colors and patterns and you’re sure to find one that suits your style.