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Does color affect softness? According to a news article done by the Seattle Times sometime back, white is the perfect color. The logic behind that article is that unlike colored fibers, there is no worry of fading. Colored towels should not be the focal point of a bathroom, the lights, fixtures, wallpaper, etc should all be eye catching and the towels white. If color, decorated towels want to be added then they should not be for use, only display. The article was not wrong, and had several good points. Colored towels are not as long lasting as neutral colors like white, cream and beige. Spots can develop over time and the color can fade. Since the fibers had to be dyed to achieve the color then the fibers have been more processed and therefore have a short life span. Do not let that discourage you, however, if colors enhance your brand or add a special touch, just be vigilant of the cons! Hotels4Humanity has many quality towels on our site. Westpoint is one of our best brands, they have some plush luxury towels that come as a package deal and are a grab as does their branch off Martex with these Brentwood towels. If you are looking for some summer colors to fit the season, these go just perfect. We just had an entire blog on the allure of striped towels, Westpoint offers some of those too that are ideal pool and beach towels. 1888 Mills does not fall far behind with their selection of great towels. This towel, called new horizons is made of 100% ring-spun cotton. And this white and beige towels falls right into what was mentioned above about color. 1888 Mills also carries their own colored towels, with these very beachy colors made of 86% cotton and 14% polyester to make this perfect blend of Terry towels. So what is the perfect towel? The perfect towel, in our humble opinion, is made of fine spun cotton such as Egyptian, Turkish, and Supima. Light and neutral colored towels are less processed and will not fade, therefore lasting a good amount of time. Although softness is always important when choosing a towel, its maintenance is equally important. Consider how the cotton is constructed, because thicker, plusher towels may be nice at glance but they will weigh more with moisture and are harder to maintain. Whatever you choose, keep our site in mind for premium, luxurious towels for all your hotelier needs! What Makes A Perfect Towel? syndicated from https://www.hotels4humanity.com/ via Tumblr What Makes A Perfect Towel?
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While bath towels have been a household staple for hundreds of year, their journey from a rare luxury, to a plain, functional tool to colorful, ornate home decor has bean anything but linear. Towels, like clothes, have fashions that come and go. One design has remained popular throughout the ups and downs of other trends: the iconic Blue Striped Towel. The Blue Stripe has made its way into many ubiquitous locations around the world, from hotel bath towels to home decor. And for a good reason! When one sees the nautical Blue Stripe, one’s bathing experience can evoke feelings of a warm day spent relaxing by the ocean. The Blue Striped Towel fits right into the beachy, ocean-inspired themes that many choose for their bathrooms. So how exactly did cotton bath towels and the classic Blue Stripes get their start? The Journey of Cotton throughout HistoryBefore towels became a vehicle for expressing personal style and taste, things like cotton towels and linens were hand-made using a painstakingly long and labor-intensive process. Far from the staple they are today, cotton linens were once considered an expensive luxury that only the wealthy could afford. Dating all the way back to 3,000 BC, farmers in India began growing and spinning cotton fibers into yarn to make textiles for clothes and linens. Because of its lightweight and breathable qualities, cotton made a great choice for the Indian climate. Long days working in the hot sun were infinitely more comfortable in lightweight cotton. Soon, the nearby Egyptians discovered that cotton would grow extremely well along the lush banks of the Nile River. Planting quickly escalated, growing into the world-famous specialty Egyptian Cotton that is still boasted as the most luxurious type of cotton today. But despite its desirability, Cotton was still time-consuming and expensive to produce, making it cost-prohibitive to most households. It took several millennia, in 1973 specifically, for cotton to really became a household staple With Eli Whitney’s invention of the cotton gin, which could produce cotton fibers ten times faster than by hand, the ability to mass produce cotton fabric propelled its popularity by making it affordable and readily available. Demand for cotton skyrocketed as people all over the world started to take note of the practicality of cotton and began using the fibers in a variety of household products. Women ordered cotton fibers by the yard and would sew and hem the fabric by hand for sheets and bath towels. By the end of the 1800s, weaving factories were mass producing terry cloth bath towels, which eliminated the need for hand sewing and forever changed the way we purchase cotton towels. Now that we know a bit more about the birth of a cotton bath towel, where does the Blue Stripe come in? Breton Stripes: From Function to FashionStripes on linens we popularized in 1858 as part of the French naval uniform worn by sailors. The iconic horizontal stripes weren’t just a sporty design; they served a very important function in helping distinguish overboard sailors from the rolling waves, making it easier to rescue them. During this time, the French Navy hailed from Brittany (Bretagne, in French), a small northwest region in France surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean. This naval uniform sported but the sailors in the region became known as the “Breton” stripes, and are now commonly associated with all things French and Marine. The stripes became more than just a symbol of the navy, and soon you couldn’t turn a corned in Bretagne without seeing these stripes. But how did these stripes travel from a French seaside town to the global stage of fashion? As fate would have it, the world-famous fashion designer Coco Chanel spent some time vacationing in the town of Bretagne in the early 1900s. From there, she was inspired by the Breton stripes seen on the many local sailors and subsequently launched a nautical line of apparel in 1917. This nautical-inspired line was well received, and high-society women were seen sporting the Breton stripes in cities all over the world. The Breton stripe reached even higher popularity during the film era of the 1950s, when Hollywood leading ladies and gentlemen like Audrey Hepburn and James Dean began donning the simple but iconic pattern. This proved that the stripe could work for anyone’s style, from high society, paired with an ascot and tulle skirt, to counter-culture anti-heros, worn with leather and denim. Over the years, the Breton stripe has not lost its popularity in the world of fashion, and it remains a staple in many closets throughout the world today. Nautical Is Still a Hot TrendWho doesn’t love the feeling of being at the beach? Not just the sand and the waves of the shore itself, but the relaxing nature of beach towns and vacation homes. With the pleasantness and relaxation of this setting, it’s no wonder that people want to bring it home. What’s more, these themes are easy to design and coordinate to create a cohesive theme. If you’re looking to create your own seaside-themed bathroom, there are two directions you can go in: calm and relaxing beach themes, and bold energetic ship-inspired themes. 1. Wall Color Sets the Tone – BEACH: To recreate the relaxing vibe of a beach home, choose a calming colors to conjure images of warm, breezy days, soft sand, and lapping waves. Creams, soft blues or sandy pinks are common colors that create a soothing atmosphere. SHIP: If you’re looking to invoke the energy and sharp organization of a ship deck, you can opt for a navy blue with crisp white accents, or bold, woody paneling. These bold colors will create a ship’s hold atmosphere that you can then lighten up with other accessories. 2. Display Furniture Inspired by Your Setting – BEACH: If your bathroom has light-colored walls, offset the soft colors with furniture constructed of unfinished or distressed hardwoods to give it the natural, weather-worn feel of beach properties, which evoke a sense of quietly passing time. SHIP: If you choose to go the bold route with navy or brown walls, offset these dark colors by choosing a white vanity and cabinet to keep the space feeling clean and energized. Further accent the blue and white theme by placing white subway tiles for your back-splash with white or light wood floors. 3. Use Art to Set the Scene – SHIP: If you have empty wall space in your bathroom, choose to add framed art with pictures of the sea, ships or even antique photography of a ship’s interior. If you find black-and-white or sepia photography, make the images pop with clean white frames. BEACH: Almost any beach scene, from serene dunes, to vintage mid-century aerial photos of umbrellas and beach chairs can instantly add a cheery note that brings you right back to the last time you stuck your toes in the sand. Frame these with light natural wood that matches furnishing (bonus points for using driftwood!). 4. Accessorize with Classic Nautical Symbols – SHIP: Instantly recognizable symbols of ship-life include antique anchors, help wheels, and ropes with sailors knots. Clean lines and symmetry with these accessories will mimic the organization of a ship deck. BEACH: Seashells and sea life can be featured on curtains, furniture cushions and shower curtains. Real seashells and driftwood can be displayed on counters or windowsills to bring the ocean theme to life. The more seemingly haphazard 5. Bring on the Breton Stripe – The best thing about this stripes is that it works for both themes since it was derived from official naval styles and popularized by resident beach-goers. Hang blue striped bath towels, hand towels and washcloths in your bathroom. Add coordinating blue striped bath mats in front of the bath and sinks to keep your ship deck spick and span when stepping out of the shower. Displaying a variety of coordinating bath towels, linens, and bath mats will bring all of the small details together and complete your nautical theme. Other Uses for Blue Striped TowelsBuying blue striped towels wholesale or in bulk means you can get a great price on a high-quality, multi-purpose towel. This is a great strategy because you never know when you’ll need spare towels for guests visits, beach and pool trips, or other household uses. Here are a few ideas for other ways to use your 100% Cotton Blue Striped Towels outside of the bathroom: Poolside
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With all of those additional uses for high-quality towels, you now know the magic of a classic Blue Striped Towel and you won’t be able to stock your shelves with enough of them! Wholesale Blue Striped TowelsPurchasing wholesale Blue Striped Towels is easier than ever at Towel Super Center. We offer a variety of sizes of Blue Striped Towels. You can complete your nautical themed towel collection and stock plenty of towels on hand for a variety of other uses as well. All of our towels are made from high-quality, long-lasting 100% cotton, so these timeless towels are sure to withstand the wear and tear of everyday use. Shop Towel Super Center for all of your towel needs, and browse our vast selection of other towel options for your business or home. A Timeless Classic in the Blue Striped Towel syndicated from https://www.hotels4humanity.com/ via Tumblr A Timeless Classic in the Blue Striped Towel Put yourself in their shoes: the road warrior stumbling bleary-eyed off a transcontinental red-eye; the blissful newlyweds giddy for their well-deserved luxury honeymoon; the family of five enjoying their first vacation after a busy school year. When a guest keys into their new hotel room, few things can make them feel more relaxed and refreshed than a hot shower and a fluffy, luxurious towel. Hotels4Humanity knows that a lush stack of pristine towels will be one of the first things your guests lay their eyes on, and we’ve taken the time to pinpoint exactly how to deliver this luxury time and again through precise care. To find fresh towels, visit Hotels4Humanity. When to Wash: It may be tempting to use a new towel right away when it’s at its fluffiest; however, the reason the towel looks so appealing fresh-off-the-shelf is because it’s treated with a chemical to maintain its display appearance. Washing once to remove this chemical is essential to avoid skin irritation and maximize absorbency. It’s also essential to wash your terry regularly*, thereafter. Towels don’t discriminate in what they absorb: in addition to water, your towels soak up soap residue, skin cells, and anything else they may come into contact with, so washing after every few uses will prevent your towels from holding onto undesirable substances. *If you’re worried about how your towel will hold up through multiple washes, the 1888 Mills Enduraweave and the WestPointIntelliweave are designed to withstand frequent washing. Almost more important than washing often is washing correctly. The below tips and tricks will keep your towels as fresh and luxurious as when you bought them. How to Wash: Setting up for Success Is your washing machine in good shape and ready to take on a load of dense, heavy towels? Make sure the machine is up to the job! Cycle settings are critical to properly maintaining towels’ cleanliness and durability, but they will vary based on the condition of the load. Unfortunately, it isn’t as easy as “set it and forget it” – you have to properly assess each time what is needed from your washing cycle. Towels should always be washed in warm water in order to simultaneously eliminate bacteria while protecting the fibers. Just as two’s company and three’s a crowd, you never want to overfill your washing machine. Overfilled machines don’t disperse the detergent evenly and prevent the mechanisms from properly agitating the load. However, an underfilled machine can also damage towels by over-agitating them and causing fibers to break down faster than they would as part of an average size load. Try to aim for a capacity of around 80% to help maximize the life of your towels. Keep Good Company Your towels should be washed separately from clothes and other textiles. Most terry needs to be laundered in a long, warm cycle since it produces a lot of lint. These cycles aren’t necessarily the best choice for your other fabrics. Also, it should go without saying, but washing in like colors is the best way to prevent color loss and damage. Just because your towels are high quality, doesn’t mean they don’t need to be treated right! You can find long-lasting colored towels that use 1888 Mills patented FiberTone and WestPoint’s Staybright technology towels by visiting Hotels4Humanity. Determining Detergent Achieving the appropriate pH while washing is essential to the maintenance of your towels’ soft and fluffy texture. Savvy hoteliers choose regular detergent — the kind used in many homes — over commercial-grade detergent, as the heavy-duty stuff strips away the soft fibers and degrade the towel faster than a more neutral soap. Also, in the US, detergents are highly concentrated; often, the recommended amount is double what you need. Try washing a load with half the dose to avoid soap buildup and protect color. Finally, you can consider washing colored towels in color-safe bleach and warm water (or white towels in regular bleach and warm water) to ensure maximum cleanliness. Look No Further than Your Kitchen Cupboard A simple and ubiquitous household product can work wonders for keeping your towels soft and vibrant. White vinegar protects the color of your towels while stripping away excess soap build-up from previous washes, improving absorbency and texture. Add one cup directly into the drum of your washer. Another multi-use favorite is baking soda. Famous for its odor-fighting properties, baking soda can remove musty, damp smells that build up over time. It, too, aids in eliminating dirt and residual build-up, leaving your towels soft fluffy. Add about half a cup of baking soda in addition to the recommended amount of detergent. Finishing Touches Repeat after me: It’s time to ditch the fabric softener. In the short-term, they give fabrics a soft, conditioned feel, but over time they will create a waxy build-up and prevent your towel from absorbing — which is kind of its main job! A few simple tricks will keep your towels lint-free, absorbent, and fluffy after washing and drying. First, give your towels a quick shake before putting them in the dryer. Then, add a tennis ball (a new, clean one of course!) to the load to diffuse static and keep the towels tumbling, decreasing the time needed to dry. Getting the timing right for your towels is essential to keeping their quality high. Leaving the towels damp can produce mildew, while over-drying will degrade the fibers over time. Monitor your drying cycle to best understand the amount of time needed. Since you’ve spent all this time washing and drying your towels properly, make sure to store them neatly to ensure they stay fresh and clean. Try folding your towels into thirds to maximize space. You can also arrange towels on the shelf with the outer edges facing the front, making it easier to grab one towel at a time. Now that we know how to care for towels, it’s time to understand how to choose a towel that best fits your needs. How to Choose the Right Towel Know your numbers Towels have their own rating system based on the Gramps per Square Meter (GSM). The higher the GSM number, the thicker and denser the towel. Higher-rated GSM towels (400-600+) are not only softer and more luxurious, but also tend to last longer than lower GSM-count towels (200-300). However, a high GSM rating isn’t always best for all guests, depending on what the towels will be used for. Towels with a lower GSM tend to be more lightweight, packable, and fast-drying after use. High-GSM also come at a higher cost. Understand a customer’s needs, expectations, and price point are critical in choosing the right towel for your hotel (or even different parts of your hotel). Another metric to consider is Loops per Square Inch, which will help you determine how effectively it will dry and absorb. Longer fiber result in a higher Loops per Square Inch. Not only does a high loop count result in higher absorbency, the fiber loops also brush water away from the body, which plays a key role in drying quickly. Feel Out Your Fabric Needs Towels that are usually made for everyday use are usually a mid-grade basic cotton. Naturally, luxury towels use higher-end cotton. Luxury towels also have a longer fibers, resulting in a higher number of Loops per Square Inch. Hotels towels made of Egyptian cotton are known for there heft and high GSM count which helps make them fluffy. American cotton, Pima, has also become popular, while lightweight bathrobes are mainly from Turkish cotton, which is usually less heavy than the Egyptian variety, while still delivering great absorbency. To Color or Not to Color? It’s hard to deny that plush, fluffy white towels give a clean, spa-like feel to any bathroom; hence, why they are so popular. White towels are also easy to maintain bright and pure by bleaching away stains. However, if you’re looking for a pop of color to stand out, Hotels4Humanity has everything you need. The Choice Is Clear! No matter what your hotel’s towel needs, you’ll be impressed with our collection of luxury towels at the best price. Come see for yourself by visiting Hotels4Humanity, we are at your service! 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