Towel drying mistake to avoid that ‘ruins’ towels and leaves them ‘stiff and scratchy’

Angela Patrone fixes stiff towels with white vinegar Poorly dried towels are prone to mildew and musty odour and even bacteria growth. If they are dried the wrong way they are also more likely to stiffen, show wear and tear, and become less absorbent. To avoid this happening, Kerry Hale at Mira Showers has shared some laundry tips on how to dry towels ‘correctly’ to achieve ‘soft, fluffy towels’. While it is a popular method for drying towels, especially during wet weather, using the tumble dryer could be a mistake. The expert said: ‘Drying your towels in the tumble dryer alone won’t achieve the best results and can ruin the fibres. This can even leave them stiff and scratchy.’ Air-drying towels outside on a mild, dry day is the best method Instead, Kerry recommends air-drying towels outside on a mild, dry day as the ‘best method’. She said: ‘The sunlight will bleach white towels to keep them bright while the UV rays kill any remaining bacteria.’ For those who don’t have any outdoor space, open the windows or use a dehumidifier to prevent moisture from building up in the air. For those who prefer to use the tumble dryer, they should only be in there for 20 minutes and dryer balls or tennis balls should be used with them. Dryer balls will help to fluff up the towels and the heat will kill any remaining bacteria SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Dryer balls will help to fluff up the towels and the heat will kill any remaining bacteria. Always make sure they are completely dry then roll or fold the towels to retain their fluffiness before they’re used again. Fold clean and dry towels, they should be stored in a linen closet, bathroom rack, or drawer, according to the best available space in your home. It is important that households do not store damp towels. Always be sure to dry towels thoroughly before putting towels in a linen closet or drawer, as this can cause mildew to form. Trending To keep towels soft and fluffy, household should skip the fabric softener Looking for a new home, or just fancy a look? Add your postcode below or visit InYourArea