Each of us is different in our little ways, and visiting friends and family or staying somewhere unfamiliar can make us a little hesitant. Both the situation and the habit are unfamiliar. You may occasionally discover that you deliberately avoid something if it doesn't "fit in" with your current way of life. Towel etiquette, however, is one area where new norms are becoming more socially acceptable as you age and adapt, along with your routine.
A few standard guidelines for towel etiquette are followed in both homes and hotels. These seven golden towel etiquette principles are the ideal manual for towel etiquette, whether you're the host or a guest.
If you want to make an excellent first impression as a host, ensure your guests have access to luxurious hand towels and bath towels. There are a couple of places you can leave the towels, so they are conveniently accessible if you have overnight guests. Towels are designed for the bathroom, so leave them on the side close to the sink. If not, try setting them on the bed in your guests' room. However, occasionally you'll have visitors who need their towels because of skin sensitivities, and it's appropriate for them to bring their own because it saves you time washing!
Respecting the location where your host is hosting you is always a good idea. Traditional bath towels hung up in the bathroom are inappropriate for hand towels. A hand towel should generally be available next to the sink, or you may ask your host for one; they'll be pleased to oblige.
Make sure to place your damp towels in the hamper or basket after your bath or shower and after you've dried off. The last thing you want is your room to smell like wet towels. You might be expected to wash your towels if the facilities are available, but your host might choose to handle the laundry instead if you want a more personalized experience. Your host will be able to comply with your request if this is the situation and you have specific instructions on how your towel should be cleaned.
To be safe, always use paper towels if you have the option between guest towels and them. Paper towels are significantly more convenient and hygienic and require the host to do much less laundry. Make careful to dispose of paper towels properly after using them instead of leaving them by the sink.
Sometimes bathrooms want to flaunt their amenities by displaying towels that aren't intended for everyday usage. The show towels can be distinguished from the more conventional towels by their tendency to be more design-focused and the way they are piled. It can be challenging to distinguish between the two at times, so if you're ever unclear about which towels you can and cannot use, your host will be nearby and ready to explain which ones are preferable to use.
The last thing you want is to remove one towel from a stack for it to collapse over and create a mess. However, hosts occasionally like to stack towels as decoration (and as showpieces). Take it at the top and work your way down if the towels are stacked and suitable for usage. Your hosts could occasionally create funny designs and animal-themed towels out of their towels. These are sometimes solely used for adornment, yet they are nonetheless helpful. Always be sure to ask your host first.
Fingertip towels are little folded towels found in the guest room or beside the sink. To let guests know that the towels are available for general use, hosts frequently leave pin notes with the towels. They are helpful in the bathroom, especially if you need to wash your hands quickly.
No matter where you are, you can be a gracious host or a welcome guest by following these towel etiquette rules.
