A recent study revealed that millions of Brits only wash their bathroom towels once a year, highlighting a serious hygiene concern. Experts recommend washing towels after three uses, as they can harbor millions of bacteria after just one day. The study also found that men are more likely than women to only wash towels annually.
Household expert Nancy Birtwhistle reveals the secret to reviving hard and scratchy towels: avoid fabric softener and use a simple three-ingredient mixture instead. This natural approach not only softens towels but also removes detergent residue and hard water minerals, leaving them fluffy and fresh.
Towels can become stiff and scratchy due to detergent residue or infrequent washing. To soften them, try a mixture of baking soda and borax substitute in hot water. This will remove residue buildup and leave your towels soft and fluffy. Baking soda is available for purchase at most local supermarkets, while borax substitute can be purchased online or at hardware stores. Regularly stripping your towels using this method will help keep them soft.
