Do New Towels Need to Be Washed Before Use

Wash your towels before you use them for the first time. New towels will have a silicone finish that makes them less absorbent. You’ll also want to set the colour so that it doesn’t run or fade.

How do you wash new towels for the first time?

1. Always launder towels before using them for the first time.
2. During the first wash, add one half to 1 cup of white vinegar to the wash water. …
3. Use less detergent than is normally recommended – about half is generally sufficient.
4. Do not use bleach.

How do you prepare new towels?

Before you begin using your new towels you should soak them in cold water for 24 hours and then wash them according to the washing instructions. This will cause the cotton fibres to open up and give the towels better absorbency. At the same time any remaining excess colour will disappear.