White vs. Colored Towels: Choosing the Best Hospitality Towels

One of the most difficult parts of being a property manager is deciding the property’s style and decorative options. Not everyone agrees on what is best, and these types of choices are often a matter of opinion. Some of these tough choices include bed linens, furniture, paint colors, and carpet. The bathroom is no exception when it comes to style options. A frequently pondered question is what color the towels should be. Does your property have white or colored towels?  Each type comes with its own advantages and disadvantages. Most standard hotels provide white towels, but colored towels still have their place and may help your property stand out.

White Towels

Pros-

Versatile: White coordinates with virtually any type of bathroom, making it easier to decorate. It is a neutral color, so it pairs well with other neutral colors or stronger, brighter colors. They are also easy to match and more readily available if you need to order more over the years or if you decide to change the bathroom design to new colors. White is a pure color, so it adds a clean, fresh look to any bathroom.

Economical- White towels are the standard option, so you will find many choices in this color at a reasonable price. Since white goes well with everything, you may not have to order new towels if you change the bathroom design.

Easy Laundering Process – These towels don’t fade, so they’ll retain their high-quality look even if housekeeping uses bleach to treat stains. They’re also easy to add to a laundry load, instead of spending extra time sorting light and dark colors. Towels that are different colors need to be separated to prevent color transfer during the wash.

Cons-

Stains- As with anything white, unwanted spots and stains will be much easier to notice. Common stains can come from dirt, makeup, or bodily fluids, such as a shaving cut. If you notice a stain, treat it quickly before it has time to set. White towels can also turn yellow as they age. This can make the linen look overused and worn out, but regular washing cycles can help prevent it.

Original– White towels are the standard color option in hotels and smaller properties. When guests see them in your bathroom, they may see your property as just another place and not stand out. In an era where properties are so abundant, it is important to win over guests for life.

Colored Towels

Pros:

Variety- Colored towels can add style and pop to a bathroom, giving the property some pizazz. They come in a wide range of prices, so there is sure to be one that fits your budget.

Improved Look- Changing the color of towels can signal that the property is trendy and always trying to change the vibes to make each guest experience something different. It is much easier to replace towels than to change the entire room design by painting walls or adding new bathroom accessories and furniture. Towels that match the wall paint, floors, or furniture help create a coordinated look and make the space feel more unique, which should increase guest satisfaction.

Stains Not as Noticeable- Stains stand out on white towels. Color hides stains better, but it’s still best to treat them as quickly as possible to reduce the chance they become permanent.

Cons:

Durability- They can become more prone to fading over time through repeated use and laundering. Fading can make them look older and more worn out, even if the fiber quality is still there. Bleach and other chemicals can leave spots. Generally, lighter color choices will help prevent or at least delay the start of fading.

Fashion Trends- Certain colors may be a great option now, but will those colors still be in style a year or five years from now? The bathroom may eventually get remodeled with new floors and wall paint that may not match the current towel colors. So, colored towels are more likely to be replaced more frequently than white ones. Constantly replacing these linens may add undesirable expenses to the property budget.

InnStyle Has Towels for You

InnStyle offers a wide range of good-quality white and colored towels to fit your property’s needs. Popular white options at InnStyle include the MicroCotton Hotel Collection Towels and the InnStyle Ringspun Cotton Towel. Well-reviewed colored options include the EuroPlush Hotel Towel and the Turkish Waffle Towel. Please call InnStyle with any questions about towels or general hospitality. InnStyle can be reached at 267-354-6020 or 800-877-4667. Their website is https://www.innstyle.com/.