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Published on Saturday, Sep 06, 2008
Q: I bought some black cotton towels and have washed them three or four times, but they're still covered with black fuzz. What can I do?
— Cheryl Buie
Akron
A: That fuzz, or lint, is loose fibers from the yarns that make up fabric — in the case of towels, terry cloth. Some yarns are fuzzier or twisted less than others and tend to produce more lint, said Sue Dickerson, merchandise manager for towels for Springs Global, which makes a number of towel and bedding brands. What's more, lint is more obvious on dark fabrics than light ones, she said.
Dickerson said the problem should resolve itself with a few more washings. In Springs' testing facilities, towels are washed five to 10 times before they're tested for issues such as lint production and colorfastness, she said.
Be sure you're cleaning your dryer's lint trap after every load, too. If the trap is full, there's no place for the excess lint to go.
Have a question about home maintenance, decorating or gardening? Akron Beacon Journal home writer Mary Beth Breckenridge will find answers for the queries that are chosen to appear in the paper. To submit a question, call her at 330-996-3756, or send e-mail to mbrecken@thebeaconjournal.com.
Q: I bought some black cotton towels and have washed them three or four times, but they're still covered with black fuzz. What can I do?
— Cheryl Buie
Akron
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