A compact towel next to the sink and a large bath towel after showering have different functions. Yet the names of bathroom textiles sometimes sound similar. Which towel size do you need and how do you put together a stock that you actually use?
Look especially at the dimensions in centimeters. The name towel, bath towel, or bath sheet can vary by retailer. Below we compare four sizes from the towel and guest towel collections at TEKZEN.
Guest towel of 30 × 50 cm: compact by the sink
A guest towel is handy for drying your hands. Due to its smaller size, it takes up less space on a hook or small rack. You can also prepare a stack of clean ones if you have a suitable place for them.
The Cleanizi guest towels in taupe of 30 × 50 cm are offered as a set of five. According to the product specifications, they are made of 100% cotton and finished in terry cloth.
If you prefer a larger towel by the sink, you can also look at the next size. The available hanging space and your own preference determine what is practical.
Towel of 50 × 90 cm: a handy medium size
A towel of 50 × 90 cm offers more surface area than a guest towel. That can be pleasant for daily care or by the sink when you prefer to use a larger one. Check if the towel can hang freely without touching the floor or the furniture.
For example, check out the Cleanizi towels of 50 × 90 cm in taupe, set of three. This size can be combined with smaller guest towels and larger towels for after showering.
Bath towel of 70 × 140 cm: for after showering
For drying your body, more surface area is often pleasant. A bath towel of 70 × 140 cm is larger than the medium size and can therefore better suit your shower routine. How comfortable the size feels still depends on your preference.
The Cleanizi bath towels of 70 × 140 cm in taupe are available as a set of two. Look at the material description and care instructions in addition to the dimensions when comparing different versions.
Bath sheet of 90 × 150 cm: extra surface area
If you want more fabric to wrap around you, you can look at a larger bath sheet. A size of 90 × 150 cm is both wider and longer than 70 × 140 cm. That gives extra surface area, but also requires more space on a rack and in the closet.
For this, check out the Cleanizi bath sheets of 90 × 150 cm in taupe, set of two. Measure the place where you want to hang them. A larger one is only practical when you can use it well, let it dry, and store it.
This is how you compare the four sizes
- 30 × 50 cm: compact guest towel, for example for hands.
- 50 × 90 cm: handy larger size for daily care.
- 70 × 140 cm: bath towel to use after showering.
- 90 × 150 cm: spacious bath sheet when you want extra surface area.
These are the sizes of the discussed product examples, not a fixed standard for every brand. Compare a new size with a towel you already enjoy using.
How many towels do you need?
Start with the number of users and how often you wash. Take into account the pieces that are in use, in the wash, or still drying. For guests, a separate small stock can be handy. There is no fixed number that fits every household.
Preferably buy a conscious combination of sizes rather than many of the same size without a clear use. Two suitable sizes can be more practical for your routine than a large set of which a part remains unused.
Care, drying, and storage
For washing and drying, follow the label of the specific product. Material and finish can influence the instructions. Let used or washed textiles dry thoroughly before folding them in the closet.
Do you want to collect used textiles separately? In the blog choosing a laundry basket with 2 or 3 compartments you can read how you can tailor the layout to your laundry routine.
Put together your bathroom textiles with purpose
First choose a size for every application and then determine how much reserve you find comfortable. Look at the towels and bath sheets at TEKZEN and supplement them where necessary with guest towels or a suitable bathrobe.