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We also consulted Baker for additional insight on what to look for in a bath towel.
And at just under $11 each, we think they represent a great value.
These towels are made from 100% long-staple cotton and have a classic-looking design with stylish-looking embroidered bands.
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The texture is gloriously soft and fluffy, and the material feels thicker and plusher than your typical towel.
We didnt spot any visible changes in these towels afterusing them regularly and washing them oftenfor six months.
The fabric remained fluffy with impressive absorption, and there was no discoloration or noticeable wear and tear.
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We could find very few faults with these bath towels.
But like many others on the market, a few small pulls developed after long-term use.
Aside from that, though, we deemed these to be pretty much the ideal bath towel.
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Theyre soft, very absorbent, highly durable, making them a great value.
Theyre on the thinner side and not as soft as others we tried.
TheTens Towels Bath Sheetsmay not be the thickest or softest bath towels on our list.
But for just $15 each, we think these extra large bath sheets represent an excellent value.
They performed well in our testing and proved to be very durable.
The bath sheets themselves also air-dry quicklywe noticed that theyd regularly be fully dry within two hours of use.
After going through the wash repeatedly, the quality of the fabric didnt seem to change at all.
We didnt notice any color fading, and the fabric resisted stains and didnt seem prone to shedding lint.
We noticed some small inconsistencies with the stitching and a few loose threads, for example.
But these are practical, workhorse bath sheets.
The waffle side isnt as soft as the ribbed terry, which some people may dislike.
But these bath sheets are also undeniably high-quality and held up well during our long-term testing.
So if youre willing to splurge, we think theyre worth it.
And the waffle fabric does, in fact, look really elegant when on display.
After going through the wash, these bath sheets continued to look and feel as expensive as they are.
The edges puckered a little after going through the wash.
These towels, which are made ofGOTS-certifiedorganic cotton, are soft but not overly plush with a higher-than-average weight.
They have a nice-looking ribbed fabric with double-stitched edges.
The fabric fared nicely in our absorbency test.
It also easily dried our hands in just two swipes.
After going through the wash, we noticed that the edges puckered a bit.
They also lost a bit of their softness post-wash.
But aside from that, they still felt durable and well-made, with an effective weave and solid absorbency.
Plus, we think the six-piece set is a great valueeach item is under $8 each.
The fabric seemed prone to loose threads and snags.
True to its name, theCozy Earth Ribbed Terry Bath Towelshave a lovely, cozy feel.
As soon as we opened the package, we noted how soft and plush the ribbed terry fabric was.
In testing, the fabric absorbed water nicely and also air-dried relatively quickly.
About two hours after use, they were about 80% dry.
Over time, these bath towels mostly held up well.
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The fabric also resisted stains.
The only flaw is that the fabric does seem prone to loose threads and snags.
We noticed a handful of snags and one very noticeable, 5-inch loose thread after just a few washes.
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The material can snag against jewelry.
The Supima cotton fabric felt soft and fluffy, and effortlessly absorbed water, too.
We were enormously impressed by the performance of these bath sheets over the course of long-term testing.
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Bath towels often get thinner and rougher with time.
But these continued to be noticeably thick and soft after long-term use.
But aside from that, these bath sheets proved to be quite durable and well-made.
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They have a nice hand feel thats neither super soft nor scratchy, and are luxuriously thick.
After using them consistently for six months andwashing them regularly, we noticed absolutely no difference in quality.
And even after regular use, they remained thick, with no noticeable matting.
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These bath sheets are sold in a pack of two and cost about $18 each.
Weappreciated the fabrics softness, high absorbency, and luxury look and feel.
Next, we used each towel and made note of how it performed.
Something in between will strike that balance between softness and durability.
Dimensions, too, are a matter of preference.
GSM
Short for grams per square meter, GSM refers to how weighted a towel is.
Her personal preference is a bath towel with more of an average GSM, around 500.
If you prefer a heavier feel, we recommend theCozy Earth Ribbed Terry Bath Towels, our softest pick.
The towel has a GSM of 800, which is heavier than other options on our list.
It would alsowork very well as a beach towel, since it dries quickly and has a stylish appearance.
They also have one of the most affordable price points on this list.
There were a number of loose threads, and the material looked a little more matted as well.
The bath towels on our list range in price from around $10 to $70 per towel.
However, our best splurge pick, theCozy Earth Waffle Bath Sheets, are $140 for two towels.
What is the lifespan of a bath towel?
Unless youre just looking for a change, you shouldnt have to invest in new bath towels too often.
Ive had some for 10 years, and they hold up just fine, Baker says.
Over time, bath towels might fray at the edges, she says.
But the biggest sign of age youre likely to spot is discoloration.
As a result, the lifespan of a colored towel will always be shorter, she says.
They fade over time, even if you launder them carefully.
How many bath towels do I need?
She specializes in bedding and furniture content.
What is BHG Recommends?
Next to all of the products on this list, you may have noticed ourBHG Recommends seal of approval.
In these cases, we use the same testing criteria we use to test the purchased products.
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