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Bathroom hand towels: six drying and replacement habits

Spread reusable hand towels so they dry and replace them when soiled, before they remain damp long enough to smell musty.

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CDC considers reusable towels practical at home, provided they are changed when visibly dirty and before mildew develops. Replacement frequency varies by household use.

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1. Dry clean hands with a clean towel; avoid a towel that stays wet throughout the day.
2. Hang the used towel spread out rather than leaving it folded in a damp pile.
3. Space towels apart if overlapping fabric prevents airflow, or add a separate rail.
4. Replace a towel once visibly dirty or persistently damp and before mildew develops; do not wait for a fixed number of days.
5. Wash used towels per their textile care labels and dry them fully before storing.
6. Keep spare clean towels available and reduce bathroom moisture using appropriate exhaust ventilation.

Original source: Bathroom hand towels: six drying and replacement habits

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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