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And speaking of laundry, washing towels with your clothes is a horrible idea. That extra friction from zippers and buttons can break down towel fibers way faster than you’d expect. If you’ve been tossing those in with your regular laundry, it may be time to stop doing so. Mixing towels with clothing can actually damage both.
towels with Dobby Borders
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2. It Helps Prevent Fraying
So, those towel loops – let’s talk about them. Those little loops of fabric are why towels are so absorbent—but they also make them susceptible to unraveling. And where does unraveling usually begin? The edges.
This where the dobby border comes in. Since it doesn’t have loops like the rest of the towel, it acts as a protective barrier, which lessens fraying and keeps the towel from unravelling longer. Essentially, it’s the unsung hero of towel durability.
So, Is It Just Functional? Or Decorative Too?
A little of both! Manufacturers also use dobby borders to provide a little bit of flair; its primary function can be thought of as preventing stretch and fraying. Have you ever seen those fancy towels with elaborate designs woven into the edge? That’s all due to the dobby weaving technique.
