Why You Should Never Wash Towels With Clothes – It might seem like an effective trick—tossing your towels in with your daily laundry. But combining towels with clothes in the washing machine is a habit worth breaking. Here’s why.
1. Towels Need a Different Wash Cycle
Towels are thick and highly absorbent, which means they need a longer, hotter wash to get fully clean. Most clothes, especially delicates, require a gentler cycle. Washing them together often causes under-washed towels or over-washed clothes—neither of which is ideal.
2. Lint Transfer Is a Real Problem
Towels shed a lot of lint, especially newer ones. When washed with clothes such as darker garments or synthetics—this lint can stick and create a chaotic, fuzzy nightmare. It’s a recipe for frustration, especially if you have to rewet everything.
3. Clothes Can Get Marred
Zippers, buttons, and embellishments on clothing can snag or wear down your towels over time. On the flip side, the heavy texture of towels leads to pilling or stretch out lighter fabrics. It’s a rough blender—literally.
