How to Care for Your LIBECO Belgian Towels So They Last
By Cutipol: The Shape of Tomorrow’s Cuisine | Official Store | Published: 2026-10-16
Category: Tips & Care
Keep LIBECO Belgian linen towels soft, absorbent, and beautiful with this simple wash, dry, and storage routine.
Quick answer
Wash your LIBECO Belgian towels in cool or lukewarm water on a gentle cycle with a mild, bleach-free detergent. Tumble dry low or line dry, then store them loosely. Avoid fabric softener and high heat, which coat the linen fibers and make them stiff and less absorbent.
Why Belgian linen needs a gentler routine
LIBECO towels are woven from 100% linen, a fiber that gets softer and more absorbent with each wash—but only if you protect it. Linen is strong when wet, yet it can weaken if you routinely expose it to chlorine bleach, hot water, or high dryer temperatures. The sateen weave used in these towels also gives them a smooth, lustrous hand, and harsh chemicals or excessive heat can dull that finish over time.
What you need before you start
Gather a mild liquid detergent formulated for delicate or linen fabrics, a mesh laundry bag if you are washing a guest towel, and a drying rack or a dryer with a low-heat setting. Check the care label on your specific LIBECO towel for any additional instructions. If you use a top-loading machine with an agitator, place smaller towels inside a mesh bag to reduce friction.
Your step-by-step LIBECO towel care routine
- 1. Shake out and sort: Shake each towel outside to remove sand, crumbs, or loose debris. Wash linen towels separately from heavy items like jeans or towels with zippers, which can abrade the surface. Common mistake: overloading the machine—linen needs room to move freely in the water. Checkpoint: the drum should be no more than two-thirds full.
- 2. Use a mild detergent—never fabric softener: Choose a gentle, bleach-free liquid detergent. Fabric softener leaves a waxy coating on linen that reduces absorbency and can make the towel feel stiff. If you want extra softness, add a half-cup of white vinegar to the rinse cycle instead. Checkpoint: if the towel still feels slick after washing, skip softener and run an extra rinse.
- 3. Wash in cool or lukewarm water on a gentle cycle: Set your machine to a delicate or gentle cycle with a cool or lukewarm temperature (up to 40°C / 104°F). Hot water can shrink linen and fade colors over time. For the Guest Towel Laguna S, place it in a mesh bag if your machine has a central agitator. Checkpoint: when in doubt, choose the shorter wash cycle—linen releases soil easily.
- 4. Tumble dry low or line dry: Shake the towel out before drying to minimize wrinkles. Tumble dry on low heat and remove while slightly damp, or line dry in the shade. High heat is the fastest way to weaken linen fibers and cause shrinkage. Avoid drying in direct sunlight for extended periods, which can fade the beige color. Checkpoint: if you line dry, smooth the towel with your hands first so it dries in shape.
- 5. Store loosely folded: Once completely dry, fold or roll the towel and store it in a dry, well-ventilated cupboard. Do not press it into tight stacks or store it in damp bathrooms, where linen can develop mildew. For the large Toalha Laguna L, roll it rather than folding to save space and prevent deep creases. Checkpoint: if you notice a musty smell, re-wash with a cup of white vinegar and dry thoroughly.
Product facts
- LIBECO The Belgian Towel - Guest Towel Laguna S: LIBECO The Belgian Towel - Guest Towel Laguna S is made of 100% linen with a sateen weave, measures W55cm x L65cm, and weighs 0.3kg. The compact size and sateen weave make it ideal for guest bathrooms, but the linen needs gentle washing to stay soft and absorbent.
- LIBECO The Belgian Towel - Toalha Laguna L: LIBECO The Belgian Towel - Toalha Laguna L is a 100% linen towel measuring L110cm x C180cm, designed to be used as a beach towel, sauna towel, or throw. Its large size and versatility mean it may need more frequent washing; a gentle cycle and low drying temperature help preserve the linen fibers.
