Key Takeaways

Towels should be hung on a bar or hook so air can circulate across the entire surface of the fabric.

Folding or bunching towels before hanging traps moisture, which can cause mildew to form, especially in humid bathrooms.

Giving a towel a quick shake before hanging helps separate the fibers so the towel can dry more evenly.

A bath towel that doesn’t dry fast enough can go from fresh and clean to a sour, mildew-y mess in a single day, especially if your bathroom is small or humid. Most people assume the fix is washing their towels more often , but the real issue is actually how you hang the towel after each use.

We spoke with a couple of laundry experts who shared the biggest mistake people make when hanging towels, along with some tips to keep them odor-free for longer

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