If your towels feel stiff and scratchy, it might be time to take emergency measures!
Next time you’re doing a load of towels, mix half a cup of baking soda in with your normal detergent (still a quarter measure). The baking soda will clean your towels and eliminate the chance of mildew and musty smells from being damp for too long. Don’t panic if your towels come out feeling scratchier than ever! This is only the first step.
Do a second wash and add a cup of white vinegar into your fabric softener compartment (no detergent this time). The baking soda in your first wash will leave your towels cleaner and better smelling, but can initially cause them to feel a little harsh. The vinegar will restore the softness.
** We do not recommend fabric softeners as they just coat the fibres of the towel and decrease absorbency.