Bath Linen

Pyrenex bath linen is available in seven types, from the 15 × 21 cm flannel to the 90 × 180 cm maxi bath sheet. All pieces are woven in 100% cotton, with weights of 600 gsm for terry towelling and 450 gsm for bathrobes. Three ranges structure the collection: Hana in plain, Yumi in striped, Sora for the beach or pool. A 600 gsm weight for terry towelling Weight measures weaving density in grams per square metre. Entry-level terry towelling is typically around 350 to 400 gsm. Pyrenex terry towelling is woven at 600 gsm, and bathrobes at 450 gsm. This density makes three concrete differences: the towel absorbs more before becoming saturated; it retains its plushness after numerous washes, whereas a lighter terry towel flattens within a single season; and it is noticeably heavier to handle—a wet 600 gsm maxi bath sheet carries real weight, which is immediately noticeable when hanging it out to dry. Zero-twist yarn and rice-grain border The cotton in Pyrenex bath linen is woven using untwisted yarn, also known as zero twist. In conventional yarn, fibres are twisted to increase strength, which closes the loop and reduces the surface area in contact with the skin. Zero-twist yarn leaves the fibres open: the loop is looser, softer to the touch and absorbs more quickly. The border, the woven band trimming the towel, is crafted in a rice-grain weave. This finely textured weave structures the towel and limits misshaping at the edges, which is where towels typically wear out first. Portuguese craftsmanship, OEKO-TEX certified cotton Pyrenex bath linen is made in Portugal by textile specialists in luxury terry towelling. This origin is separate from the down expertise of the Manufacture, practised in the Landes region since 1859: the bedding and bath collections are crafted in different workshops, but share the same excellence in craftsmanship. The cotton is certified OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 (CQ 832/1 IFTH). This certification guarantees that the finished product contains no substances harmful to health, with all components tested, including sewing threads and labels. How to choose according to the room Type Dimensions Use Flannel 15 × 21 cm Face and body cleansing Guest towel 30 × 30 cm Hand basins, guest cloakrooms Face towel 30 × 50 cm Face, short hair Hand towel 50 × 100 cm Everyday use after the shower Bath towel 90 × 180 cm Full body drying Beach towel 100 × 150 cm Outdoors, sand, sun loungers Bath mat 50 × 80 cm Stepping out of the shower or bath A useful guide: a 50 × 100 cm hand towel is enough to dry yourself after a shower. Beyond that, the 90 × 180 cm bath towel is about comfort—wrapping yourself up completely—rather than necessity. For long hair, a second hand towel works better than a single very large size. The other items are chosen according to use: the washcloth for washing, face and guest towels for the washbasin, the bath mat for stepping out of the shower, the bathrobe to extend bath time, and the beach towel for outdoors. Care The first wash before use sets the fibres and removes the weaving finish, which temporarily reduces absorbency. A new towel that “doesn’t absorb” is almost never defective: it simply has not been washed. Wash at 40 or 60 °C. Tumble dry at a moderate temperature to restore the towel’s fluffiness. Two things to avoid: fabric softener, which coats the loops and permanently reduces absorbency, and ironing, which flattens the texture.