Soft fluffy terry on one side and smooth absorbent pestemal weave on the other
What is a Turkish towel? These types of towels are centuries old and originate from Persian and Ottoman culture. Sometimes called a Peshtemal, Hammam or Fouta towel, this type of towel is an authentic flat woven bath towel with a hand-tied fringe. They're generally made of cotton or bamboo. In addition to being highly absorbent, pestemals dry faster than thicker towels.
The colors and patterns on a pestemal are still used today in parts of Iran, Turkey and neighbouring areas to show which region the user is from. Interesting, huh?
What are some tips for washing a pestemal? In our house we just toss them in the washing machine on "gentle." Depending on time, we let our towels line dry or we use the dryer on low-medium heat. Its super easy! You'll see over time, they just get better and softer with each wash.
Try out a colourful Binalong Beach & CO pestemal towel, hand loomed in Turkey on artisan looms. Ours are unique with terry loop on one side and a smooth texture on the other. The best of both worlds!