What is a Pool Towel?
Pool towels are oversized towels designed for use by the pool or lake. The typical pool towel will be thick and highly absorbent, soft to the touch, and large enough allow the user to completely wrap in the towel if necessary. Along with providing the ability to dry off after a dip in the pool, the pool towel is ideal for spreading over a chaise and settling in to enjoy the sun. The choice of fiber for the pool towel is very similar to any type of linens used in the bathroom. Terrycloth is a common option, often relying heavily on natural fibers such as cotton. A small amount of synthetic fibers may be added to the blend of the towel material, in order to enhance the absorbent qualities of the towel. Depending on the thread count, the towel may be somewhat thin or very thick and luxurious. Pool towels are easily one of the largest towel sizes available. These types of towels are often at least a long as the height of the average male, and normally wide enough to easily accommodate the
