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Take a close look at almost any bath towel and you’ll notice something interesting.
Near the ends of the towel, there are often decorative-looking bands, stripes, or woven lines that appear different from the rest of the fabric.
Most people never give them a second thought.
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They simply assume the lines are there for decoration.
While they certainly add visual appeal, those bands often serve practical purposes as well.
What Are Those Lines Called?
The woven bands found near the ends of many towels are often referred to as decorative borders or dobby borders.
Manufacturers include them in many towel designs, but they are more than just a style feature.
These sections are woven differently from the main absorbent portion of the towel.
Why Towels Have Borders
One reason for these woven bands is structural support.
The borders help:
- Maintain the towel’s shape
- Reduce fraying
- Improve durability
- Prevent excessive stretching
- Help the edges stay flatter over time
Without reinforced sections, towels could lose their shape more quickly after repeated washing and drying.
They Help Towels Last Longer
Bath towels experience a surprising amount of wear.
They are:
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