Towels will remain 'soft and fluffy' if you wash them with 1 kitchen staple

The feeling of a soft new towel is one like no other, but unfortunately that great feeling is also one that doesn't last very long. After multiple uses and various wash cycles, our towels can be left feeling stiff and scratchier than ever. The reason being is because of the constant use of detergent and fabric softners tearing away at the fibres over time.

However, while it is inevitable for our towels to lose that brand-new touch, there is a simple way to restore the snuggly feeling of a towel, and it all comes down to the use one common ingredient that you most likely already have in your kitchen.

But before you make use of the kitchen staple, it is important that you are washing your towels properly. This mean separating it from the rest of your laundry as the lint from other fabrics can built up on your towel over time and make your them dull. You should also avoid overfilling your machine.

Another crucial tip is to "go easy" on the detergent as too much will make it difficult to remove during the rinse cycle, and like the lint from other fabrics, it will accumulate over time and add to the stiffness of your towels.

Now, for the winning tip, according to The Secret Linen Store, is adding vinegar. The natural ingredient which is a gem when it comes to cleaning will also do a world of wonders to your towel by restoring the softness and absorbency.

It explained: "If your towels are very stiff and scratchy, try adding around 250ml of vinegar to a wash along with your laundry liquid. Add it to the washing machine drum just before you load and set the cycle going.

"Don't worry - it won't make your washing smell like a bag of chips as the scent dissipates during the washing process."

The company also advises to hang your towels out to dry after a wash, before popping them in for a quick 20-minute tumble dry on a cool setting.

It added: "This will help agitate the fibres, stopping them from sticking together, which will result in softer towels."