What should I do if my towel has an odor?

27 Mar.,2025

Tired of musty towels? You're not alone! Check out our step-by-step guide to eliminate towel odor and keep your towels smelling fresh. Say goodbye to the funky smells for good!

 

What should I do if my towel has an odor?
There are several ways to remove towel odor:
Use laundry detergent: add laundry detergent to water and soak the towel for 10-15 minutes, then rinse it off with water.
Use baking soda: mix baking soda and water, soak towels for 10-15 minutes, then rinse well with water.
Use white vinegar: mix white vinegar and water, soak towels for 10-15 minutes, then rinse well with water.
Use lemon juice: mix lemon juice and water, soak the towel for 10-15 minutes, then rinse well with water.
Use salt: Sprinkle the towel with an appropriate amount of salt, scrub it, rinse it well with water, and finally leave it in the sun to dry.
Use lye: add the right amount of lye to the water, heat it up and boil it, soak the towel in hot water, wash it and dry it.
Use rice water: Boil rice water and soak the towel, wash and air dry.
Use high-temperature disinfection: Boil the towel in boiling water for 5-10 minutes, then rinse it with water.
Use 84 sanitizer or Drip sanitizer: Dilute the towel according to the ratio in the product manual and soak it for 15-30 minutes, then rinse it off with clean water3.
Use tea: soak towels in tea for a period of time, then rinse and dry.
Ways to prevent towel odor include:
Regular washing: Wash well with water after each use.
Regular disinfection: wash with detergent, or use white vinegar or lemon juice to remove odors.
Air-drying: Place in a ventilated area to dry after use.
Choose the right towel material: Use towels that have been sterilized, such as bamboo fiber, chitin fiber, and bamboo charcoal fiber towels.
Regular replacement: It is best to replace the towel once a month.
By using the above methods, you can effectively remove and prevent the odor of towels and keep them clean and hygienic.

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