How Often Should You Replace Your Bath Towels?
Bath towels are an essential part of your bathroom. You need them to dry off after a shower, and they can be used as a makeshift blanket if you have nowhere else to lay your head at night. However, knowing how often to replace towels is also important because it's a question of style, aesthetics, and practicality.
The Number Of People Using The Towel
If you're the only one who uses your towels, you can probably get away with replacing them every few years. But if multiple people are using them and they get laundered less often, it's better to go ahead and replace them after a few months or so. If you tend to bathe more than once per day, keep in mind that bacteria will build up on your bath towels much faster than if someone was only using theirs once or twice weekly!
You Can See Stains And Holes On Your Towels
Like most people, you have had a few bath towels in your bathroom for years. These towels might have been great when they were new, but over time they'll start to show wear and tear and eventually need to be replaced. You may also notice that some of the threads are starting to come loose from the fabric or small holes are forming in certain areas of the towel (usually near seams). If this happens with one or two of your bath towels, it could just be a sign that those particular ones need replacing soon.
You Have Strong Smells Coming From Your Towels
If you have strong smells coming from your towels, it's time to replace them. Bacteria and mildew can build up in towels over time, making them smell bad. If you're unsure if your towels are harboring unpleasant odors, place them in a dryer on high heat for 15 minutes with an equal amount of baking soda and vinegar (or lemon juice). If the smells don't come out after running through this cycle twice, it's time to get new ones!
Your Towels Are Discolored
If your towels are discolored, it's time to replace them. It's not necessarily a sign that the towel is no longer useful-it could be just an aesthetic issue. But if you think about how often we wash our towels in hot water (which removes color), it makes sense that they would start to fade over time. If this happens, there's nothing wrong with buying new towels!
You Want A Change Of Style
This is the most common reason people replace their towels. You may have a favorite color or print, but after years of use, it's time for something new. You'll probably notice that your old towels are faded and worn out by now, so why not give them a new lease on life with a fresh look? If you're looking for inspiration when choosing new designs, plenty of options are available for purchase online.
Their Decorative Value Is Questionable
You may have bought your towels for their decorative value, but remember: they're not art. If they're not functional, then there's no reason not to replace them with something more practical.
If you still want some color in the bathroom and don't want to go all-white, consider using colorful hand towels or washcloths instead of bath towels.
- David Berko
