How to wash towels correctly
How to get soft towels with a hotel feel
Dreaming of fluffy towels with the same luxurious feel as those in a boutique hotel? The secret lies in the washing, dosing, and drying process – and we'll guide you step by step.
Tips for Soft Towels:
1. Do not use too much detergent — the correct dosage is important. Use 2 capfuls of Humdakin laundry soap for one wash.
2. Avoid using too much fabric softener. Use 1 capful of Humdakin fabric softener. Humdakin fabric softener is developed to add softness, reduce static electricity, and add fragrance.
3. Wash towels at 60°C.
4. Tumble dry thoroughly for extra softness.
We Recommend:
Humdakin Laundry Soap. Our signature scent is 01 Laundry Soap with sea buckthorn and chamomile. In Japan, everyone loves our 03 Laundry Soap, while our founder loves the scent of Laundry Soap 02 with wild roses. All of our laundry soaps come with matching fabric softeners.
1 liter of Humdakin laundry soap equals 50 washes when using 2 capfuls per wash.
Organize your clean towels in our Humdakin Laundry Basket for a calm and exclusive laundry-room look.
Signature Scent Tip:
For the best-smelling laundry and an elegant hotel-style laundry experience, use Humdakin Fabric Spray 2-in-1 as the final touch. Our Humdakin Fabric Spray won a Danish Beauty Award for its special ability to remove unwanted odors while adding fragrance.
How to Avoid Bad Odors in Towels
Humdakin’s Guide to Preventing Odors in Your Towels
If your towels still smell after washing, it is often caused by:
Washing at too low a temperature. Humdakin recommends washing towels at 60°C and not mixing towels with other clothing.
Damp towels left sitting in the washing machine for too long.
Bacteria build-up in your washing machine. If this is the case, you should clean your washing machine. It is a good idea to wipe it down with Humdakin Universal Cleaner diluted with water. Always remember to leave the machine door open when it is not in use.
How to Prevent Odors:
1. Wash at a minimum of 60°C.
2. Air out towels properly after use.
3. Do not overload the washing machine.
4. Use the correct amount of detergent.
5. Use Humdakin fabric softener for a lovely clean-laundry scent. Use 1 capful of Humdakin Fabric Softener per wash. Humdakin loves the scent of freshly washed laundry, and you will experience a feeling of calm when smelling your towels.
Products:
Humdakin Laundry Soap 01 with sea buckthorn and chamomile is our signature scent, and 1 liter provides up to 50 washes.
Humdakin Award-Winning Fabric Spray 2-in-1 is a great tip if you want to remove odors from textiles. It effectively removes unwanted smells while adding fragrance.
Why Your Sportswear Still Smells
Sports textiles often trap sweat and bacteria deep within the fibers.
How to Wash Sportswear:
- Wash sportswear soon after use.
- Always use Humdakin fabric softener. We recommend our signature 01 with sea buckthorn and chamomile — a fragrance loved by women and men around the world.
- Use a mild yet effective detergent. Humdakin recommends using our laundry soap. Use 2 capfuls per wash.
- Wash at the recommended temperature.
Use:
01 Humdakin Laundry Soap with sea buckthorn and chamomile.
01 Humdakin Fabric Softener with sea buckthorn and chamomile.
Finish with Humdakin Fabric Spray 2-in-1 as the final touch.
Why Your Bed Linen Becomes Stiff
Stiff bed linen is often caused by:
- Using too much detergent.
- Hard water.
- Overdrying.
- Line drying outdoors.
How to Get Soft Bed Linen:
- Use less detergent of higher quality, such as Humdakin’s detergents with caring ingredients that help protect textile fibers.
- Shake out the textiles before drying.
- Use Humdakin fabric softener. Our fabric softener is developed to reduce stiffness, remove static electricity, add softness, and leave textiles with a mild and clean scent.
- Air dry whenever possible.
How to Make Laundry Smell Luxurious
The scent of freshly washed laundry has become part of modern wellbeing and home rituals. It creates a sense of calm. Humdakin loves the scent of clean bed linen, and we guide you on how to wash your bedding easily and effectively.
Tips for Luxurious Laundry:
- Do not wash overly large loads at once.
- Dry textiles completely. If the weather allows, hang your laundry outside to dry; otherwise, dry it thoroughly in your tumble dryer. If your laundry is not completely dry before being put away, it may develop an unpleasant odor.
- Use a fabric spray between washes to maintain the feeling of freshly washed bed linen.
- Air out your duvets once a week.
- Wash your duvets and pillows at least every six months.
- Store clean laundry properly and keep it neatly organized.
For an Exclusive Signature Scent:
Humdakin Laundry Soap.
Humdakin Award-Winning Fabric Spray 2-in-1.
This Creates the Feeling of:
Best-smelling laundry.
Hotel-style laundry scent.
Clean luxury.
A spa atmosphere at home.
Meaning of Laundry Symbols
The Most Important Symbols:
It is very important to always read the care labels before you begin washing your clothes. Humdakin guides you with general recommendations on how to wash your textiles properly, hygienically, and correctly.
30°C → Gentle wash
(Ideal for everyday clothing that simply needs refreshing.)
40°C → Normal wash
60°C → Towels, socks, underwear, and bed linen
Triangle → Bleaching
Circle inside a square → Tumble drying
Iron symbol → Can be ironed
For Delicate Textiles, We Recommend:
Humdakin Wool & Cashmere Wash, which is perfect both for hand washing and for washing at very low temperatures.
How to Fold Towels Like a Hotel
Hotel-style folding is all about:
Even edges.
Tight folds.
Vertical storage.
How to Do It:
1. Fold the towel lengthwise.
2. Fold it into thirds.
3. Roll or stack the towels vertically.
Store them In:
Humdakin Laundry Basket. It creates an organized and calming laundry space.
How to Make Your Bed Linen Smell Luxurious
For the ultimate hotel experience at home, use:
Humdakin Laundry Soap
If you have never tried Humdakin before, you will love scent number 01. If you would like to try a new fragrance, our founder and owner recommends 02 Laundry Soap with wild roses.
Humdakin Fabric Spray 2-in-1
Safe to use on all types of textiles and leaves no marks or stains. It effectively removes unwanted odors while adding a lovely, mild scent of freshly washed laundry.
Lightly Spray On:
1. Pillows
2. Duvets
3. Curtains
4. Bed linen
The result is a soft and long-lasting signature scent.
How to Remove Stains
Quick Guide:
1. Treat stains quickly.
2. Dab — do not rub, and repeat if needed.
3. Use cold water on protein-based stains. Never use hot water to remove stains.
4. Apply Humdakin Dish Soap directly to the stain after wetting it with ice-cold water.
5. Gently dab the stain, rinse with cold water, and repeat until the stain is gone.
6. Always test on a small area first.
TIP:
Humdakin Dish Soap is excellent for removing food stains because it is highly effective at dissolving grease.
How Much Humdakin Detergent Should You Use?
Many people use too much detergent, but overdosing does not make your laundry cleaner.
Dosage Depends On:
Water hardness.
Amount of laundry.
How dirty the clothes are.
Too Much Detergent Can Cause:
1. Stiff textiles.
2. Odors.
3. Soap residue.
Humdakin Laundry Soap is concentrated, so a small amount is often enough — we recommend using 2 capfuls per wash.
How to Wash Duvets and Pillows
Tips:
1. Wash them at least twice a year.
2. Use large-capacity washing machines when needed — preferably an 8 kg machine.
3. Dry thoroughly to avoid moisture build-up. We recommend using 2 tennis balls in the tumble dryer.
For a Fluffy Hotel Feel:
1. Use tennis balls during drying.
2. Shake the duvets and pillows during the drying process.
3. Finish with Humdakin Fabric Spray 2-in-1.
How to Create a Hotel Feeling at Home
It’s all about:
1. Clean textiles.
2. Layering fragrances.
3. Soft towels.
4. Crisp bed linen.
5. Organization.
Create the Feeling With:
Humdakin Laundry Soap
Humdakin Award-Winning Fabric Spray 2-in-1
Humdakin Wool & Cashmere Wash
Humdakin Laundry Basket
Create a calm and luxurious laundry ritual with Humdakin — inspired by Scandinavian simplicity and the feeling of a boutique hotel at home.
