When selecting bath towels or other types of towels for your hotel, you can consider the following aspects:
Material
You can choose between 100% cotton or a cotton/polyester mix for your hotel towels. 100% cotton towels offer better absorbency and softness, while cotton/polyester mix tend to have a longer lifespan.
Cotton Yarn Quality
You can select from carded cotton, long-staple cotton, combed cotton, Pima cotton, or zero-twist yarn for your hotel towel yarn. If there are no specific customer requirements, you can typically use carded cotton. However, if you need softer and more absorbent towels and have enough budget, you can select long-staple or combed cotton.
Yarn Count
You can choose from common yarn counts such as 21s, 32s, and 16s. 21s and 32s are double-loop, while 16s is single-loop. The price difference is minimal, but double-loop towels have a longer lifespan, whereas single-loop bath towels offer better absorbency and softness.
Weight
You can select hotel bath towels, face towels, and hand towels with a weight ranging between 400-680 GSM, and bath mats between 700-1200 GSM. The higher the GSM, the thicker the towel.
Whiteness
Some customers may request exceptionally white towels, but you should generally avoid this. Whiteness can be controlled during the bleaching process, and excessively white towels often require more bleach, which can damage the cotton fibers and reduce the towel’s lifespan.
Softness
Similar to whiteness, some customers prefer very soft towels. While softness can vary based on yarn quality, you should be cautious about excessive use of softeners during the bleaching process, as it can harm the cotton fibers.
Shrinkage Rate
You can expect a shrinkage rate of 3-5% for Grade A 100% cotton bath towels and 5-8% for Grade B.
Production Technique
You can choose from various techniques such as plain weave, jacquard, embroidery, diamond border, and with dobby bands, depending on your hotel’s design and style. However, you should generally avoid large embroidery patterns, as the concentrated embroidery threads can make the towel stiff and uncomfortable for guests.
Selecting the right towels for your hotel involves careful consideration of various factors, including material, yarn quality, weight, whiteness, softness, shrinkage rate, and manufacturing techniques. By prioritizing quality and guest comfort, you can ensure that the towels not only enhance the guest experience but also offer durability and cost-effectiveness. Balancing these elements will help you create a luxurious and practical offering that aligns with your hotel’s brand and standards.