Few People Know What The Stripes On Towels Are For And How To Use

 

The stripes on towels, called dobby borders, are tightly woven bands that prevent fraying, reinforce the edges, and help the towel keep its shape and stay durable after washing; they also offer a polished look, and some people use the denser strip to dry

their face or hands to avoid fuzz, while others use it as a folding guide. 

Purpose of the Stripes (Dobby Borders)

• Reinforcement: The dense weave stabilizes the towel's edges, stopping them from stretching or unraveling during use and laundering, says a YouTube video.
• Durability: They protect the towel from warping and fraying, extending its lifespan, according to cklhpoverty.ca and wikiHow.
• Shape Retention: The border helps the towel maintain its size and prevents distortion after repeated washes, notes this Facebook post.
• Aesthetics: They provide a neat, finished look, making towels easier to fold and stack neatly, says cklhpoverty.ca. 

How to Use Them

• Folding Guide: Use the stripe as a visual marker to fold towels evenly and consistently, says this Facebook post.
• Facial/Hand Drying: Some people prefer using the denser, fuzz-free stripe to dry their face or hands for a smoother, less linty finish, notes this Reddit post.
• Hanging: Hang towels so the borders are aligned, which helps them dry better and keeps them looking tidy, according to cklhpoverty.ca.