You might be tempted to throw your towels in at a high temperature to renew them, especially if they're a few days overdue a wash.
However, Rachel recommends putting them on a cold wash.
"The icy temperatures prevent shrinkage at the seams, help keep colours true and work better on certain stains," she explained.
DITCH THE SOFTENER
Chemicals in fabric softener can actually damage the fibres and make towels less supple with every wash.
"Instead, drop a tennis ball into the tumble dryer to agitate and puff them up", Rachel said.
You can also give your towel longevity by washing it separately to avoid piling.
DON'T GUESS THE DETERGENT
If you guess the amount of washing powder or liquid you need and end up using too much it will prevent your towels from rinsing clean, leaving them stiff instead of fluffy.
So it pays to follow the exact instructions on the packet for the size of your washing load
DON'T OVERDRY
Highly absorbent towels dry quicker, so you should put them on for the shortest cycle possible.
You can also take them out before they're completely dry and let them finish off naturally to prevent damage.
And you should skip dryer sheets, which can reduce towel absorbency over time.
HOW OFTEN SHOULD TOWELS BE WASHED?
No matter how clean your body, or your towel is - they are dirtier than you would expect. Each time a towel is used, removes a layer of dead skin cells, acting as a exfoliator.
Damp towels are also the perfect breeding ground for germs, the longer they are left, the more the bacteria multiplies.
To stop towels smelling musty, add half a cup of baking powder to the wash load to freshen them up.
According to Expert Home Tips, towels should be put in the wash at 60°C every two days.