Bamboo towels: properties, pros and cons

Bamboo towels are incredibly popular and respected by customers. Such popularity is due to the extraordinary quality, attractive appearance and pleasant sensations from touching them. They have many advantages and are rightfully considered the leader among similar products.

The raw material for making bamboo towels is, oddly enough, bamboo. Initially, it was considered an inhabitant of the tropics and subtropics, but now the plant can be found in almost every corner of the planet: in America, Africa, Asia, Europe and Australia. This is an unpretentious crop, in the cultivation of which chemical additives are not used. Therefore, products made from it are environmentally friendly and safe.

For the first time, towels from this raw material began to be made in China in 2000. An enterprising people have developed a technology for processing bamboo cellulose into viscose-like fiber. It is noteworthy that for this process, not the stems of the plant, which have a rather rigid structure, are used, but its core. It is softer and more pliable.

Bamboo towels are divided into 2 main types. The first includes canvases that are 100% bamboo and are called bamboo linen. They are marked with the bamboo linen logo. This material is made by enzymatic mechanical action, resulting in a fabric with a small thick pile. The products have a high cost price, but also an appropriate quality.

The second option is a mixture of bamboo and cotton fibers. Their percentage can be in several variations: 70/30, 60/40, 50/50, 40/60. On the label of such products, you will find the markings in the form of "bamboo viscose" or "bamboo rayon", that is, bamboo viscose or bamboo silk. The second type of matter is mixed, its cost is lower than the previous option. But it has some advantage, since the mixed fabric, when absorbing moisture, becomes not as heavy as exclusively bamboo.

Both types of products are available on the textile market. Among their main qualities are antibacterial properties. Bamboo contains a substance called bamboo, which can kill pathogenic bacteria. The canvas is not treated with additional chemicals to provide a similar effect. This is its natural property.

Up to 70% of bacteria die on the surface of the product per day. Due to this quality, a bamboo towel is very often used in caring for small children. Moreover, this property is not lost even after a large number of washes. The bamboo canvas is very pleasant, delicate, soft to the touch. It is non-irritating, which is also very important when applied to babies. After all, their skin is very sensitive to external influences. It will also be a find for adults with sensitive skin. It is worth noting, however, that the softness of the accessory is lost as the cotton content increases.

You may notice a slight “silk” sheen on the surface of the bamboo towel. Uninitiated people wonder whether it is synthetic or not.The light, natural sheen is the natural state of bamboo fiber, so such concerns are unfounded. Bamboo fabric is hypoallergenic. This effect is given to it by 100% naturalness and the absence of the need to process the material with chemical compounds. Because of this, such products are indicated for children, allergy sufferers and patients with asthma.

Bamboo tea towel absorbs water well, which is very importantas washing hands in the kitchen while preparing food is a standard procedure. It does not absorb food odors. Combining these qualities, the towel does not require changing for a long time.

Bamboo towels stand out with their positive qualities compared to other similar products.

• Hygroscopicity Is one of the most important properties of a towel. Some fabrics, mostly synthetic, do not absorb water well, leaving an unpleasant feeling of wet skin. Bamboo towels are highly hygroscopic. They are the best at absorbing moisture from the presented types of these accessories, surpassing even cotton specimens, and three times.
• Strength. Bamboo canvas is very strong and durable, unlike the same cotton. With proper care, it does not deform, does not fade or lose color, it can endure several hundred washings without changing its original state.
• Environmental friendliness. It is a safe fabric that does not cause allergies, irritations or other negative reactions.
• Wide choose. Bamboo towels come in a wide range that surpasses any other terry towels. They are presented in a variety of colors. There are both monochromatic and combined options. In addition, the products may contain embroidery or patterns. There are jacquard models, that is, with a relief. It is applied by the machine by cutting off the fluff.
• Bamboo canvas it is breathable and dries very quickly after getting wet. Does not absorb odors.
• Ease of care. Pollution of any intensity is easily and quickly removed from the surface of matter.

A bamboo towel differs not only in color variety, but also in size. The product can be found in different proportions: very small - in the form of napkins, and medium, and large. Main parameters:

• 100x150 - the largest size of a towel that is considered a beach towel;
• 70x140 - sauna option;
• 50x100 - this size is suitable to dry the skin after a shower;
• 50x90 - "front" form;
• 50x70 - this size is used in the kitchen;
• 30x50 - napkins that can be used as you like, but most often they are used for babies.

Considering that bamboo fabric is best suited for children, there are special products aimed specifically at this group. These include bathrobes with hoods, ears and other fun attributes. They are decorated in vibrant colors with children's drawings and prints. You can buy a bamboo towel individually or as a set, which will be a great gift idea.

China and Turkey are the leaders in the production of bamboo towels. Naturally, Turkish products are of higher quality, wear resistance and durability. The average price for a Chinese towel is $ 5, while an item from Turkey will cost you an average of $ 10. The most popular brands-manufacturers of these textiles include the following.

• Bonita - the company is famous for its affordable prices for its products.And its peculiarity is the golden threads in the decoration. The cost of a facial towel is 550-600 rubles.
• Tac - Turkish products of various colors and patterns, sizes are also available in the range. There are exclusively bamboo varieties. A bath form can be purchased for 1200 rubles.
• Panda - canvases in warm colors with the panda logo. Suitable as a children's option.
• Sveta - high quality products in pastel and muted colors, decorated in gift sets. On average, the cost of a bath towel is 2500 rubles.
• Casual avenue - an elite brand, the cost of 1 bath towel is approximately 4000 rubles. The products are of high quality.
• Luxberry - is a Portuguese brand. The texture of the fabric is made in an unusual shape, but in classic colors. The products are designed in European style.

With proper use and care, a bamboo towel will serve you faithfully for many years. The product is not afraid of washing in an automatic machine, but it requires compliance with certain conditions.

• The water temperature should not go beyond 30-40 °. If you wash the towel in too hot water, it will probably "shrink".
• You need to use a delicate wash and spin.
• Do not use strong ingredients, bleaches. There is no need to use conditioner or balm, as the towel does not become hard after washing.

Those who have ever felt the effects of a bamboo towel say that no one else recognizes. Among the main positive characteristics are good moisture absorption, softness and silkiness, absence of unpleasant odors after several wipes without washing. Many people focus on the pleasant sensations of a towel, describing them as a "touch of tenderness."

Some users first encounter the product on vacation in Turkey and when they visit the resort again, they try to purchase a couple of pieces. It would seem that in the country of origin of these accessories there should be no problems in purchasing them. But still, there are pitfalls. It is recommended not to buy canvases at markets or bazaars, where there is a possibility of getting caught for a fake. The best option would be goods from factory stores or in hotel stores. Here you will get a 100% quality product.

A bamboo canvas bought in Turkey will cost you 2 times cheaper than in Russia. A bamboo towel is a great option for both everyday use and for a gift. High quality, ease of use and undemanding care make it an irreplaceable bath accessory that will pamper you for many years.

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