Towel

Terry

Terry cloth is the most common fabric used in towel making. The loops in the fabric make it more absorbent than a flat cotton towel. The length of these loops depends on the purpose of the towel. In high quality fabrics, the loops are tightly woven together and structurally strong, while in lower-quality fabrics, the loops are less tightly woven and may be easily snagged or pulled.

Waffles (honeycomb)

Waffle towels are woven using a special method that creates a regular square grid with raised edges. The unique structure of waffle fabrics increases their surface area, which means they can absorb better. The greater surface area does not significantly increase the weight of the towels, which means that waffle towels can still be air-dried quickly.

Gauze

Gauze weaves a lightweight, breathable fabric with yarns that are woven into a regular, open mesh structure. If you're not sure what that means, think of coarse cotton, which is gauze. Gauze uses the same weave pattern, but the threads are more tightly spaced.

Damask

Made with a special jacquard loom, the brocade weave is decorative and ranges from simple geometric designs to ornate organic patterns. The actual weave does not improve the performance of the towel, but it creates a pattern that is more durable than the printed design.

Herringbone

Herringbone is a special type of twill tissue. Twill is generally used for products that need to withstand heavy wear and tear, which means herringbone towels are super durable. The twill is created by "floating" a portion of the yarn and crossing two or more vertical yarns. This creates a diagonal pattern that gives the fabric strength and durability.