Quality Issues

Pilling refers to the tiny fiber clusters that appear on the surface of a towel over time. 
It occurs when weaker fibers break, twist together, and form small balls. 

In towels, pilling is typically caused by low-grade cotton, insufficient spinning, or yarn that has not been properly combed.

Towels made with strong fibers and well-spun yarn resist pilling and maintain a smooth, clean surface for much longer.

All new towels release a small amount of loose fibers during the first few washes — a normal part of the process. 

Excessive shedding, however, occurs when the yarn is poorly twisted, the loops are too open, or the cotton contains too many short fibers.

High-quality towels shed far less because the yarn is tightly spun and the fiber length is more consistent.

Color fading is more than a visual issue; it reflects the stability of the dyeing process. 

Poor color fastness occurs when low-quality dyes are used or when the towel cannot withstand high-temperature washing.

High-quality towels maintain their color through strong detergents, hotel laundry cycles, and repeated use — because their dyeing process is carefully controlled and properly fixed.

A towel that becomes stiff after a few washes is usually reacting to one of three factors: hard water, low-quality cotton, or a dyeing process that leaves excess residue on the fibers.

Well-prepared yarn and clean finishing allow a towel to stay naturally soft — without relying on artificial softeners that disappear after the first wash.

When a towel becomes twisted, uneven, or wavy at the edges, the cause is usually uneven tension during weaving or weak hemming. Industrial washing can make this issue more noticeable.

A stable construction with balanced tension keeps a towel flat and properly shaped throughout its life.

Some shrinkage is normal — cotton is a natural fiber. 
But excessive or uneven shrinkage indicates that the fabric was not properly stabilized before cutting and sewing.

Towels that undergo proper pre-shrinking and heat-setting maintain their size far more reliably.

The small loops of a terry towel create its absorbency. 
If the loops are too loose, they pull out easily; if they are too tight, the towel feels flat and less absorbent.

Strong loop integrity reflects careful weaving, good yarn quality, and balanced tension — three elements that protect a towel from early wear.

The edges of a towel may look like a minor element, but they carry significant stress during use.
Weak stitching causes hems to open, wave, or separate under repeated washing.

A high-quality towel always maintains clean, tight, and stable hems that stay intact through daily use.