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We tested almost 100 towels to find the best Turkish bath towels.
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They are made out of Turkish cotton which is a long-staple fiber known for its softness and durability.
They are so soft, and wont irritate your skin like some towel fabrics can.
They are also quite durable, so you might expect them to last a long time.
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While both are considered to be luxury towels, Turkish towels arent as plush as Egyptian cotton towels.
However, their lightweight construction means they dry quicker.
The striped, Turkish weave side of the towel wasnt as absorbent as the other side of the towel.
The Serena & Lily Fouta bath towels come in three netural shades of blue and gray.Credit: Better Homes & Gardens
Its not the heaviest towel on our list, but its also not the lightest.
However, the more plush, traditional cotton towel side dried our hands in just one pass.
After washing the towel, it held up well and there were no snags or loose threads.
This complete set has everything you need for your bathroom and performed exceptionally well in testing.
Despite weekly use and washing, it still looked and felt brand new.
We appreciated that it is lightweight and absorbent, and it consistently dried quickly.
However, we didnt mind it since the towel performed so well.
The larger the GSM, the heavier, denser, and more absorbent a towel is.
Our favorite Turkish towers range between 300 and 500 GSM.
Weave:How the long-staple cotton of Turkish towels is weaved also impacts the feel.
Traditional styles are flatwoven, giving them the lightweight, airy feel theyre known for.
But to compensate for a lack of plushness, some brands have also started double-weaving the same fibers.
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Although the mascara stain disappeared after washing, it reappeared after the bath sheet was submerged in water.
The quality also seemed nice, except for a few small snags in the fabric.
After washing the bath sheet, we found that the quality remained the same.
The Parachute Fouta Stripe bath sheet is large, but not overly heavy.Credit: Better Homes & Gardens / Dera Burreson
Other than that, we didn’t notice any significant change in quality.
Its not as lightweight as other Turkish towels on our list at 500 GSM.
After testing this towel, we awarded it a 5 out of 5 rating for its quality and absorbency.
During testing, we paid attention to several key areas including quality, dimensions, weight, and care.
For value, we compared the price of each towel to its features.
We also determined whether or not we would recommend each towel to our friends and family.
you’re able to buy so many more and store them easily, she says.
Material
Turkish towels have long-staple fibers that give them a soft feeling, even after repeated washes.
Typically, the higher the GSM, the more luxurious and plush the towel is.
The Turkish towels we tested range from a weight of 300 GSM to 500 GSM.
Most of the Turkish towels on our list are machine washable.
The fact that they are thin and dry quickly makes them eco-friendly for laundering, Buscemi says.
Some brands also recommend air drying the towels to maintain their quality and softness.
It is best to stay away from harsh chemicals or detergents when washing Turkish towels.
Dont use fabric softener as it creates a build up that decreases the towels absorbency, Buscemi says.
Other Turkish Towels We Tested
House No.
23 Handwoven Turkish Beach Towel
Sand also shook off easily from theHouse No.
We didnt feel that the higher price point justified the poor quality and performance of this towel.
Coyuchi Mediterranean Organic Bath Towel
We originally chose theCoyuchi Mediterranean Organic Bath Towelas our best overall pick.
However, after testing this Turkish towel for six months, we werent as pleased with it.
For the price point, we were disappointed in the change in quality.
Your Questions, Answered
Are Turkish towels absorbent?
Turkish towels are absorbent, and some become even more absorbent after being washed.
They manage to be thin yet unbelievably absorbent, Buscemi says.
Are Turkish towels better than Egyptian towels?
Are Turkish towels sand resistant?
Turkish towels are sand resistant, which makes them an ideal choice to bring to the beach.
Sand doesnt stick to Turkish cotton, so they make greatbeach towels, says Buscemi.
Who We Are
Erica Reagleis a writer focusing on interior design and the home.
To write this story, she spent several hours researching the best Turkish towels and reviewing our testing insights.
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She also gathered expert advice fromKaren Buscemi, president & CEO of Detroit Sewn.
This article was updated byBrandi Fuller.
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In these cases, we use the same testing criteria we use to test the purchased products.
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