What are Tea Towels made from?Updated 9 days ago
TL;DR: Tea Towels are made from 80% polyester and 20% polyamide (PA), with a durable 410 GSM weight. Each pack contains two weaves, waffle and diamond, both 60 by 40 cm. They absorb up to 7 times their weight in water, dry around 4 times faster than cotton, and are machine washable.
What fabric are Tea Towels made from?
✓ Fabric and weight
Each towel is made from 80% polyester and 20% polyamide (PA), with a weight of 410 grams per square metre. The high GSM gives the towel bulk and absorbency compared with a lightweight cloth, while still drying quickly between uses. Reinforced stitching handles daily use and machine washing.
✓ Absorbent and quick drying
The towels absorb up to 7 times their weight in water and dry around 4 times faster than cotton, which also helps prevent damp smells, and they leave no paper-towel lint on glassware.
What size are they, and where are they made?
✓ Dimensions and build
Size: 60 by 40 cm per towel, the same for both weaves. Fabric: durable 410 GSM, machine washable. Reusable, so they replace disposable paper towel in the kitchen.
✓ Keeping them performing
For how to keep the fabric performing, see washing and care.
What weaves are in the pack?
✓ Waffle weave, the dark one
A textured surface that holds more moisture, ideal for heavy-duty drying and quick absorption. Same 410 GSM fabric as the diamond weave, woven to a different pattern.
✓ Diamond weave, the light one
A tighter, smoother surface that is great for polishing glassware and a streak-free finish. Same 410 GSM fabric as the waffle weave, woven flatter. Full comparison in which weave to pick.
⚠ Heat and recycling
Polyester and polyamide are synthetic fibres, so Tea Towels can soften or melt at high temperatures and are not kerbside recyclable. Keep the towels away from hot oven trays and open flames, and see hot dishes and recycling and lifespan.
Two weaves in one pack: waffle for drying, diamond for polishing. 410 GSM, 60 by 40 cm, reinforced stitching for daily use.
The other half of the washing-up routine. Wash with it, then dry and polish with the two weaves.
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Last reviewed: August 2026 · Koh UK