✔ ½ cup white vinegar (removes residue & odors)
✔ ½ cup baking soda (softens fabric & restores absorbency)
✔ Hot water (breaks down buildup)
🔄 How to Wash & Restore Towels
1️⃣ First Wash (Deep Cleaning Step):
Place old, stiff towels in the washing machine.
Add ½ cup white vinegar (NO detergent).
Run a hot water wash cycle.
2️⃣ Second Wash (Softening Step):
Keep the towels in the machine.
Add ½ cup baking soda (NO detergent).
Run another hot water wash cycle.
3️⃣ Drying for Maximum Softness:
Shake towels before putting them in the dryer.
Dry on low heat OR hang outside in fresh air.
Add a clean tennis ball or wool dryer balls to the dryer for extra fluffiness!
✅ Results: Towels come out super soft, fluffy, and fresh—just like new!
🔥 Bonus Tips for Keeping Towels Soft & Absorbent
✔ Wash towels separately from clothes to prevent residue buildup.
✔ Use vinegar once a month in place of fabric softener.
✔ Avoid using too much detergent—it creates buildup.
✔ Shake towels after washing to loosen fibers.
✔ Use wool dryer balls to naturally fluff towels in the dryer.
🏆 Final Thoughts: Soft, Fluffy Towels Like in an Ad!
This simple but powerful trick brings old towels back to life, making them luxuriously soft, fresh-smelling, and super absorbent—without using expensive products!