Foutas
Lightweight, absorbent and easy to carry, foutas are ideal for beach days or by the pool. After each use, shake them to remove sand and allow them to dry completely before storing them.
For washing, choose a temperature of 30°C or 40°C, following the recommendations on the care label. Use a mild detergent and limit the use of fabric softener to preserve the fibres’ absorbency.
Air drying is particularly suitable for foutas. Hang them in a well-ventilated place and, whenever possible, avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight to help preserve their colours.
Beach towels
After a day at the beach or by the pool, shake your beach towel to remove sand and let it dry before placing it in the laundry basket. After swimming in the sea or pool, rinsing it with clean water also helps remove salt or chlorine residues.
For care, washing at 40°C is generally suitable, always following the instructions on the care label. Limit the use of fabric softener, which can gradually reduce the fibres’ absorbency.
Tumble drying at a moderate temperature can help preserve the textile’s softness when permitted. Air drying is also a simple and suitable option.
The right steps
✔ Shake the linen to remove sand before washing.
✔ Rinse it after significant exposure to salt water or chlorine.
✔ Follow the temperatures indicated on the care label.
✔ Limit the use of fabric softener.
✔ Make sure the linen is completely dry before storing it.
✔ Wash similar colours together.
Mistakes to avoid
✕ Storing a fouta or beach towel while it is still damp.
✕ Leaving salt or chlorine on the fibres for too long.
✕ Using too much fabric softener.
✕ Using bleaching products on coloured textiles.
✕ Exposing colours unnecessarily to sunlight for long periods while drying.
Carré Blanc tip
After a day at the beach or by the pool, do not leave your beach linen damp in a bag. Shake it, rinse it if necessary and dry it quickly. These simple steps help preserve the softness of the fibres, their absorbency and the vibrancy of the colours for longer.
FAQ
At what temperature should a beach towel be washed?
Washing at 40°C is generally suitable for a beach towel. Always check the recommendations on the care label.
How should a fouta be washed?
Choose a30°C or 40°Cwash, following the instructions on the care label, with a mild detergent and a limited amount of fabric softener.
Should beach linen be washed after every use?
Not necessarily. However, after exposure to salt water, chlorine or a significant amount of sand, rinsing or washing is recommended.
How can sand be removed from a beach towel?
First allow the textile to dry, then shake it vigorously before putting it in the washing machine. This helps remove most of the sand.
Can a beach towel be tumble dried?
Yes, when permitted by the care label. Choose a moderate temperature to help preserve the fibres and colours.
