How to Care for Your VERA Kitchen Towel Set
By Pappelina. High quality Swedish rugs | Published: 2026-10-23
Category: Tips & Care
Learn how to wash, dry, and maintain your VERA kitchen towel set so it stays soft, absorbent, and lasts for years.
Quick answer
Wash your VERA kitchen towels at 60 °C (140 °F) with similar colors, tumble dry on medium, and avoid fabric softener to keep the natural fibers absorbent and strong.
Why jacquard-woven towels need special care
The VERA kitchen towel set is jacquard woven from 40% organic cotton and 60% Masters of Linen® European flax yarn. This construction creates a structured look and excellent absorbency, but the natural fiber blend also means the towels benefit from consistent care. Cotton and flax both soften with washing, but they can also trap residue if you use the wrong detergent or wash cycle.
The main trade-off: high-heat drying can shrink natural fibers slightly, while skipping the dryer can leave them stiff. The steps below balance softness, absorbency, and longevity.
Step-by-step care routine for your VERA kitchen towels
- Pre-treat stains before washing: Rub a small amount of liquid detergent directly onto any food or grease stains. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes. Common mistake: skipping this step leads to set-in stains that won't come out in a normal wash cycle.
- Wash at 60 °C (140 °F) with like colors: Use a regular or heavy-duty cycle with mild laundry detergent. Do not use fabric softener or bleach—softener coats the flax fibers and reduces absorbency. Common mistake: washing with dark items that bleed can tint the light VERA Warm Grey or Ochre shades. Check the care label: the towels are washable up to 60 °C, but always separate lights and darks.
- Tumble dry on medium heat: Dry the towels on a medium setting until they are just dry. Overdrying can make the flax fibers brittle. If you prefer line drying, shake the towel out and hang it flat—this avoids stiffness. Common mistake: drying on high heat may shrink the cotton-flax blend unevenly.
- Fold and store in a dry drawer: Once fully dry, fold the towel into thirds or roll it to prevent creases. Store in a well-ventilated area. Common mistake: leaving a damp towel bunched up in a basket can cause mildew odors. If you notice a musty smell, rewash with a half-cup of white vinegar in the rinse cycle to reset the fibers.
About the VERA kitchen towel set
- VERA Warm Grey - Kitchen Towel: Made from 40% organic cotton and 60% Masters of Linen® European flax yarn. The blend gives you the softness of cotton with the strength and quick-drying properties of flax, so your towel feels gentle on dishes but holds up to daily use.
VERA Warm Grey - Kitchen Towel - VERA Ochre - Kitchen Towel: Jacquard woven for durability and everyday performance. The tight weave resists fraying and keeps the pattern intact wash after wash, but it also means you should avoid bleach or harsh stain removers that can break down the yarns.
VERA Ochre - Kitchen Towel
