Loving Linen Towels
In the bathroom, where water conservation is key, rethinking our materials when it comes to hand towels and bath sheets can really make a difference in our eco-routine. But what fiber to look for ? Simple ! Lightweight, durable and low maintenance : rediscovering and loving linen towels.
Easy Care.
Switching our bulky terry cloth towels for lighter linens—quite literally so—will make a world of difference when it comes to the oh-so-recurrent chore : laundry. Washing heavier towels requires much more water and longer cycles to get rid of the bacterial feast nesting into the threads. As for drying ? Needless to say that they require a large amount of energy to reach a decent level of dryness.
Because of their natural antimicrobial properties, washing linen towels requires a much less extensive process and drying them is virtually effortless. Whether we do so on the clothesline or in the dryer. Very easy to care for, they machine wash and dry on warm cycle with like colors. It is always best to use an eco-friendly and fragrance-free laundry detergent as many brand name soaps have harmful effects on sensitive skins and the environment alike.
Pampering With Care.
Rediscovering the antique tradition and the benefits of tight-knit fabrics, and opting for lightweight towels made of linen or a blend of linen-cotton opens the door to a whole new world when it comes to pampering. One of the reasons we are so loving linen towels is that they are excellent for the skin. They are hypoallergenic and their texture offers an incomparable organic feel. Soft to the touch, actually softer after every wash, but super absorbent so that it is efficient enough to reach the desired dryness.
On this note, allowing the towel to dry in the open air and avoiding fabric softener or laundry additive will even further the absorbency and give it a unique feel and finish, a towel soaked in maritime sunshine and our very own salty winds.
Carry-on Versatility.
Another perk in opting for and loving linen towels is that they take very little room to carry. They will fit into whatever space that is left in your carry-on, much more discreetly than the standard terry cloth type. Thanks to their light weight and bonus ability to be rolled up tightly, going on road trips with limited baggage capacity becomes a breeze.
And the versatility of a generous sheet made of natural fibers will not only provide the necessary to get dry after a good shower but will also make up for a great landing point for an impromptu picnic, giving a nice place to sit on and gather together to share a meal. At anytime of day, we can always reinvent the piece as a lightweight blanket or cover. Natural fibers such as linen have an incredible capacity to regulate body temperature, making it the ideal accessory to either soften a chilly breeze or tone down the scorching mid-day sun. Finally, a nicely patterned and generously sized sheet will do wonders and transform into a piece of clothing in the blink of an eye. Casually wrapped around the hips or over the full body in a more intricate way to up our game instantly.
Loving linen sheets all the way ! The perfect element for eco-friendly bathrooms on top of being the ideal go-to towel, Summer and Winter alike. To bring along on the road and to use everyday at home for an enhanced bathing experience. Once you give it a try, you will never want to switch back !
