There's no better feeling than stepping out of the shower and wrapping yourself in a plush bath towel. But if you've been using the same towel all week, it might not feel as nice... or as clean.
In the 33-second video by Buzzfeed above, we learn the amount of times it is considered OK to use a bath towels between washes. And it's nowhere near as many times as you think.
Because of their thickness, bath towels absorb and retain moisture, leading to bacteria buildup, odour and mold. But if you're surprised by how often experts say you should wash your bath towels, you'll be shocked by how often you should be washing hand towels.
According to Today, hand towels should be washed every one to two days, due to their frequent usage. And while soap and hot water are recommended for all your linens, laundry expert Mary Marlowe Leverette suggests giving towels some extra love by replacing liquid fabric softener with a cup of vinegar to strip away any lingering odours.
Watch the video above to learn how often you should be washing your bath towels.
The Best And Worst Hotel Towel Art We've Seen
The Flowers Are A Nice Touch...(01 of10)
Open Image ModalThis piece of towel art is a mystery. Obviously the work of a newbie, it resembles neither any animal nor any human known to mankind. Even with two pretty hibiscus blossoms on it, it’s still pretty creepy. (credit:Flickr: crsty68)
Man Overboard(02 of10)
Open Image ModalHow would you like to come home to this little guy lying in your bed? But hey, at least he’ll never snore or steal all the covers. (credit:Flickr: Mig_R)
Amateur Hour(03 of10)
Open Image ModalA rolled-up towel with eyes stuck on it does not make it art. It’s definitely the handiwork of a student in the remedial towel origami class. (credit:Flickr: thebiblioholic)
Bill Of Whites(04 of10)
Open Image ModalThis well-executed pelican has all the hallmarks of a genuine towel artiste – smooth, even folds, properly propped, primped and poofed. (credit:Flickr: North Mountains)
Parting Shot(05 of10)
Open Image ModalThis might be the 51st way to leave your lover, or a terse send-off from the housekeeping staff someone failed to tip. See ya! (credit:Flickr: Gordon Milligan)
Fowl Weather(06 of10)
Open Image ModalThe double swan is a formation that every towel artist must master. It’s in high demand among newlyweds, repeat honeymooners and canoodling couples. But this version is very OTT (Over The Top) with the maximum added doodads. (credit:Flickr: Santheo)
Hare Style(07 of10)
Open Image ModalThis bunny takes its cue from Victoria Secret models with a provocative pose that's a bit hare-raising. (credit:Flickr: traveling around)
Jungle Love(08 of10)
Open Image ModalThe hanging monkey is not for the faint of heart. To make correctly, it demands a mastery of towels that is best left to true masters. (credit:Flickr: stevedwilk)
Made In The Shades(09 of10)
Open Image ModalPutting a guest’s sunglasses on a towel creature is the oldest trick in a towel artist’s book, but it’s a crowd pleaser. (credit:Flickr: BrianCSmith)
A Slam Trunk(10 of10)
Open Image ModalElephant towel critters have invaded hotel beds by the herd, but what makes this one a cut above the rest is the perfectly poised trunk. Even a Russian figure skating judge would agree, this little guy scores a perfect 10. (credit:Flickr: North Mountains)