How often you should change your towels: Basic cleaning tips

Dirty towels look bad, smell bad, and may just be unsafe to use, so changing them regularly is one of the main things you should do.

However, your preferences and lifestyle influence how often you should do this to keep them clean.

Here are some basic tips.

Personal Towels

Personal towels, such as bath towels or hand towels used exclusively by an individual, should ideally be changed every 2-3 days. 

This allows sufficient time for towels to dry between uses and helps prevent the buildup of bacteria and odors.

Shared Towels

Towels used by multiple individuals or shared among family members may require more frequent changing. 

In such cases, consider changing them every 1-2 days to maintain cleanliness and hygiene.

Guest Towels

Towels used by guests should be changed after each use. 

Providing fresh, clean towels for each guest ensures their comfort and demonstrates good hospitality.

Kitchen Towels

Kitchen towels used for drying hands, wiping surfaces, or handling food should be changed every 1-2 days, or more frequently if they become visibly soiled or come into contact with raw meats or other potential sources of contamination.

Workout or Sports Towels

Towels used during workouts or sports activities tend to accumulate sweat and bacteria. 

Beach or Pool Towels

Beach or pool towels exposed to sand, chlorine, or saltwater should be changed and washed after each use. 
 

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• 5 July 2023

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