Summer is slowly coming to an end, and with the return to routine, it’s time to put away beach towels until next season. Before putting them away, however, it’s important to wash and dry them thoroughly: during the summer, towels come into contact with sand, salt, chlorine, sunscreen, and other residues that can remain between the fibers.
Choosing the right temperature and program are the tricks to finding fresh towels ready for next summer.
First of all: prepare the beach towel for washing
Before putting your beach towels in the washing machine, there are a few small tips that can make a difference.
Remove as much sand as possible by shaking the towels thoroughly outdoors. Avoid placing them directly in the washing machine while they’re still full of sand: in addition to being trapped between the fibers, excess sand can accumulate inside the washing machine.
Then, check the label on each towel for washing instructions and temperatures. If you have multiple towels, separate them by color and material, avoiding mixing delicate ones with fabrics that require a more intense cycle.
At what temperature should you wash your beach towel?
For classic cotton towels, 40°C is generally a good temperature for daily and end-of-season washing , always following the instructions on the label.
More delicate fabrics, such as microfibre, require lower temperatures, however, and should not exceed 30°C.
Which program to choose?
The choice depends on the type of fabric:
- Cotton fabric : use the dedicated cotton program. Designed for durable fabrics made from natural fibers, it provides effective laundry care.
- Microfiber towel : the synthetics program may be a good choice, thanks to its gentler spin cycle and lower temperatures.
💡 Smart trick : take a photo of the label on your towel, the hOn app’s Label Scanner function recognizes the symbols and suggests the ideal program.
With hOn , you can also browse additional programs available for your washing machine. Find the best one for your laundry without having to instinctively choose the cycle.
Finally, dry and store the beach towels
Once you’re done washing, be sure to dry your towels completely before storing them . This is especially important when they’ll be stored in a closet for several months.
Let them air dry completely in a dry, well-ventilated area . Fold them and store them in your closet, avoiding overly humid or poorly ventilated spaces.
This way, when the warmer weather returns, they’ll be ready to accompany you again to the beach, the pool, or on a day out.
Your beach towel is now ready for next summer
Putting away beach towels is one of the rituals that mark the end of summer. Washing them carefully before putting them away means they’ll be ready for the next season.
And here too, choosing the right program can help you take care of your laundry wash after wash. With the hOn app, available for Candy, Hoover, and Haier appliances, doing so is even easier thanks to additional programs and smart features to support you.
