Expertly made in Turkey of a 70/30 blend of bamboo-derived rayon and cotton in a plush 800-grams-per-square-meter weave, the towel has a luxurious feel against the skin. And once it touches your skin, it quickly absorbs the moisture because rayon made from bamboo fibers are so porous. Not only does the bath towel feel silky soft, it looks great, too, with a supple draping quality, a light lustrous sheen, and a pretty piqué woven border at either end. The bath towel measures approximately 30 by 56 inches and weighs 30.5 ounces. For easy accessorizing, the towel is offered in an array of colors. Combine with Pinzon’s bamboo-derived rayon cotton washcloths, hand towels, bath sheets, and even bathrobes to transform the bathroom into a luxe retreat. Cleaning is a breeze since bamboo-derived rayon and cotton is safe to wash at home in the washer and dryer. Please note, though, that this fabric can sometimes take a little longer to dry in the dryer after it has been thoroughly soaked in the washer.
Care Instructions: To best care for this product, please exclusively follow the washing instructions on the label. Fabric softeners should not be used when washing or drying, since softeners often include chemicals that can break down the construction of the material and decrease its absorbency.
In addition, take care to avoid direct contact between this product’s fabric and chemical acids or bleaches often found in many cosmetics. Certain cosmetics such as facial care products, creams, makeup, and makeup removers contain chemical acids and/or bleaches which can discolor fabric. These chemicals do not dissolve in water and may cling to the fabric when wiped against the skin, leading to a discoloration that appears as spots or “splotches.” Generally, it's best to use a towel or cloth with white fabric when removing facial creams and similar products from the face. Likewise, discolorations may also occur when attempting to spot-clean stains with bar soap. Certain bar soaps also contain high acidity levels and/or dyes that can discolor fabric.
Fabric Definition
Bamboo-Derived Rayon and Cotton: Bamboo-derived rayon and cotton is a supremely soft fabric comprised of both rayon made from bamboo and cotton fibers in varying ratios. The bamboo plant lends itself perfectly to the making of fabrics. Bamboo’s porous fibers make a cloth with a breatheability and moisture absorption greater than cotton and a softness comparable to silk and cashmere. Bed and bath linens made of bamboo-derived rayon and cotton provide the very best qualities of each fiber.
History of the Textile Mill
Founded in Denizli, Turkey, in 1989 by Mr. Eke himself, the Eke Textile Industry and Trading Company began its operations with just a 1,500 square meter area and eight weaving looms. By 1991, the company established a sewing line to broaden its product range and increase market share. Soon, two computer-aided ETON system lines and 46 stations were added. The Swedish ETON system guarantees a minimum error rate of 2%-3%. It is an assembly-line-like system that allows the producer to know exactly who in which station is responsible for each part of the production process. This greatly minimizes production flaws, which earns EKE its stellar reputation for superior products. To meet continually growing demand, the operation was moved to a new 10,000 square meter plant in 1996. Mr. Eke is still in charge of daily operations and EKE has come to boast a 500+ strong workforce.
History of the Region
Denizli is the most famous city in Turkey for towels and bathrobes. The factories have employed a long line of towel weavers from the mountain top village of Babadag, near Denizli. Weaving is a tradition that has been perfected over the past 300 years. The technique originated from the weaving of Turkish carpets, and eventually moved to towels with the use of thinner cotton yarns. Denizli is not only known for its towels, but also for its hot springs, known as “Pamukkale,” or, in English, “Cotton Castle.” The natural thermal water, containing limestone, has flowed over the hilltops for hundreds of years, creating a smooth rock formation that gives the hills their clean, white appearance. Denizli is also one of the largest marble producing areas in the world. Their second biggest export after textiles is marble stone.
| Pinzon Towel Comparison Chart |
| Material | Pile Height | Feel | Absorbency | Weight | Dimensions | Special Feature |
| Bamboo-Derived Rayon | 6.5mm | Silky Soft | Medium-High | 30.5 oz. | 30" x 56" | Lustrous |
| MicroCotton | 5.5mm | Fluffy Soft | High | 20 oz. | 27" x 54" | Excellent Absorbency |
| 820-Gram Cotton | 6mm | Densely Soft | High | 31 oz. | 30" x 56" | Premium; durable |
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| Bamboo-Derived Rayon: Made from Bamboo grass, Bamboo fiber has a velvety soft texture and a lustrous appearance that dyes well. Shop all Pinzon bamboo-derived rayon towels. |
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| MicroCotton: A trademark for a high-quality, long-staple cotton fiber developed in India. Its soft and plush fibers create a fluffy towel with a suede-like texture and excellent absorbency. Shop all Pinzon MicroCotton towels. |
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| 820-Gram Cotton: Grown exclusively in Turkey, Turkish cotton is a premium cotton featuring an extra-long staple. This long staple creates a towel with a high level of comfort, absorbency, and durability. However, because it absorbs so well, it may take longer to dry in household dryers. Shop all Pinzon 820-gram cotton towels. |
