Towels

[oxo]

How do I get my towels soft and fluffy again, they are so rough and dry. I use Ariel liquid and comfort

[youngmafbog]

Tumble them.

[ubasses]

I'll second that, never hang them out.

[diddlydo]

Stop using comfort and put them on the washing line to dry.

[Buenchico]

There are loads of tips on the internet but, rather than directing you any particular one, I'll offer you a link to this blog from someone who's actually tried several of them, to find out if they work:
https://food52.com/blog/24647-how-to-keep-towels-soft-fluffy

[gingejbee]

I'm probably on my own here, but I really dislike soft and fluffy towels - I prefer them with a bit of texture.

[Maydup]

Use half the amount of Ariel, and never use conditioner on towels.

Partially dry on the line and tumble for 10 minutes to finish them.

[AuntPollyGrey]

Conditioner makes them less absorbant. Hanging on the line and finishing off on a low heat in the dryer works for me.

[ladybirder]

I'm with ginge.

[gingejbee]

^pleased about that, ladybirder!
The idea that conditioner makes towels less absorbant (and so should not be used) is a bit old-hat...many conditioners now say "suitable for use with towels" - Waitrose own-brand for example.

[Georgiesmum]

I always put mine in the tumble drter just for ten minutes only and then finish them off on the line.It works for me.!

[Hopkirk]

Move to somewhere with soft water, or get a water softener fitted.

[barry1010]

I tumble dry my towels and they keep lovely. My mother's were like cardboard after she hung them on the line.

[douglas9401]

Our water is really soft.

Unless it's frozen.

[smurfchops]

Before towels are fully dry, put them in the tumble,drier to finish them off. I have tried baking soda, white vinegar, no conditioner, but possibly a better quality towel in the first place will stay softer longer. An expensive way of finding out though!!

[Maydup]

I dont actually use conditioner at all.