Top 8 tid-bits to know about Bamboo Towels

Qualities of Bamboo Towels

Bamboo Towels have been described as having the following qualities that make them suitable choice for the bathroom:

1. Bamboo towels absorbs more water then a cotton towel this means you dry off quickly. 
2. Bamboo towels absorbs water quicker then cotton towels.
3. Bamboo towels are softer and non-irritating when compared to cotton towels. This is due the structure of the bamboo fibre which is round and smooth. This is beneficial if you have sensitive skin.
4. Bamboo towels are more breathable.
5. Bamboo towels are more wrinkle resistant then cotton towels.
6. Bamboo towels experience less shrinkage then cotton towels when washed in warm water.
7. Bamboo towels are claimed to be naturally antibacterial and anti fungal thus odor reducing. This is attributed to a bacteriostatis agent unique to bamboo plants called “bamboo kun”.  Note: According to FTC (Federal Trade Commission) " even if the rayon used in the companies’ clothing and textile products is manufactured using bamboo as the cellulose source, rayon does not retain any natural antimicrobial properties of the bamboo plant. The rayon manufacturing process, which involves dissolving the plant source in harsh chemicals, eliminates any such natural properties of the bamboo plant."
8. Bamboo towels are claimed to be biodegradable. Note:  According to the FTC  "these rayon products are not biodegradable because they will not break down in a reasonably short time after customary disposal. Most clothing and textiles are disposed of either by recycling or sending to a landfill. Neither method results in quick biodegradation"