Size of towels vary by country.
Size of Terry towels in USA
| I need: | Buy: | Usually measures around: |
|---|---|---|
| A post-bathing towel that is big enough to really wrap myself up in. | Bath Sheet: This towel is a little larger than a bath towel-which makes it great for drying off and wrapping up in. | 35” by 60″ – 70″ |
| A standard towel for drying off post-shower or bath. | Bath Towel: The standard body towel for drying after a shower or bath. | 27″ by 52″ – 58″30″ by 55″(eu) |
| Something to use to wash my face or body. | Washcloth: These are usually used in and out of the bathtub or shower for body, hands, and face. | 13″ by 13″ |
| A towel for drying up after washing my hands. | Hand Towel: For drying hands after washing. (Note: hand towels get used a lot, so look for durable options when selecting these). | 16″ by 28″ – 30″20″ by 30″(eu) |
| A pretty little towel for guests to use when they’ve washed their hands. | Fingertip Towel: These are a bit smaller than standard hand towels. They’re often used in guest bathrooms, or when entertaining-sometimes layered with hand towels for display. | 11″ by 18″ |
| Something on the floor when stepping in or out of the shower. | Tubmat: Dense and absorbent, a tubmat is placed on the floor for stepping out of the tub or shower. | 22″ by 34″ |
Size of Terry towels in UK
Product sizes are outlined below in centimetres
| Product | Size (cm) |
|---|---|
| Face Flannel | 30 x 30 |
| Hand Towel | 50 x 90 |
| Bath Towel | 70 x 135 |
| Bath Sheet | 100 x 150 |
| Jumbo Towel | 100 x 180 |
