TELL ME SOMETHING

[Wilma]

Why are bath towels not as fluffy as they used to be?  I have towels that are at least 15 years old and they come out of the dryer softer than the towels that I bought 6 months ago.  I have towels that belonged to my mother that have to be at least 20 years old and they are fluffier than any of the others.  Why is this?

[Judy Harder]

Same reason that appliances don't last as long..........things are made cheaper (better) and
they skimp to save money.......then you must buy new ones.
Nasty circle.........at least that is what I think.
Maybe someone else has a  better answer..........?

[Tobina+1]

Hmm.  I think it's so that you have an excuse to change your bathroom colors and styles every few years.  Same reason why bed linens and comforters don't last long, either.

[Rudy Taylor]

My wife gives me grief over this but I "like" bath towels that are not fluffy.  I prefer the thinner ones (shut up, everyone).

So, it's another reason never to marry me.  Besides, Kathy won't release me.

[Dale Smith]

hate to admit it, but I agree with Rudy on this one. 

[Teresa]

hate to admit it, but I agree with Rudy on this one. 

You agree that you don't want to marry Rudy? Or that you know that Kathy won't release him? (Personally I am for "catch and release".. hahahahaha   )

Or do you agree that you like thin scratchy towels...

[Wilma]

I agree with Rudy that I like the thinner towels, but I also like them to be soft.  I don't like the big bulky ones. 

[Dale Smith]

well obviously I agree that I don't want to marry Rudy... and since I don't know his wife, I have no idea if she would release him or not.  but, I do prefer the thin towels... not necessarily scratchy.  Downy fabric softner in the washer does work wonders.  ;-)

[sixdogsmom]

I think the answer lies in the fact that the cotton threads are pulled tighter than they used to be to save on cotton. Have you ever felt a hand woven cotton garment? It is incredibly soft to the touch. The threads lose their loft when pulled too tight. Its' all about the money folks; quality doesn't count anymore. If the item is new and looks good enough to sell, that is what counts now.

[Jo McDonald]

I like towels that have been dried outside on the clothesline.  I like the brisk rub down that they give.