Calm Microfiber Towels; Charcoal Gray

· Microfiber made from 71% polyester and 29% recycled polyester from post-consumer PET bottles.
· Monomaterial: all textile fibers are polyester.
· Tested for harmful substances according to OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100.
· Available in four sizes:
       Small: 32 × 49 cm
       Medium: 50 × 95 cm
       Large: 75 × 155 cm
       Extra Large: 90 × 166 cm
· The small face towel includes an elastic band for hanging or keeping it neatly folded. 
· Lightweight and compact for easy packing and storage.
· Highly absorbent and quick-drying.
· Sand shakes off easily.

We create long-lasting towels that you don’t have to change every other year. In fact, they are tested to last up to 9 years and, to do so, we have to take care of them.

· Wash them separately the first time, always in cold or low temperatures (30ºC).
· Avoid using fabric softeners and fertilizers with bleaching agents.
· Preferably air dry them, so the texture and fibers remain intact as long as possible.
· Don’t expose them to direct sunlight.
· Fold and store them carefully, in dry and fresh places, for better conservation.

But don’t overthink it… enjoy them as much as you can!

SUSTAINABILITY

For us, sustainability means making thoughtful choices, measuring our impact and continuing to improve.

We measure the carbon footprint of our company and assess the environmental impact of our towels through a life cycle assessment.

Compared with a cotton terry towel of the same dimensions, the Arpe microfiber towel assessed in our study showed:

☁️ 76% lower carbon footprint
⚡️ 58% less electricity used during washing and drying
💧 55% less water used during washing
🧼 40% less detergent used during washing

Explore our life cycle assessment for the comparison and study conditions.

OUR CERTIFICATIONS & RECOGNITIONS

· Certified B Corp: Arpe meets standards for social and environmental performance, transparency and accountability.
· COSH!: brand screening through Real Sustainable Fashion.
· Global Recycled Standard (GRS): certification of the recycled yarn we use.
· OEKO-TEX® ECO PASSPORT: certification of the inks used in printing.
· ISO 9001: certified quality management system.
· ISO 14001: certified environmental management system.
· ISO 14064: the standard used to calculate our company’s carbon footprint.

Visit Our Certificates to learn more and view the supporting documents.

We are a family textile manufacturer with the factory and offices in a small town near Barcelona, Arenys de Munt. So everything happens in-house, from us to you.

· 100% handmade towels, produced in small batches.
· Km0 product.
· Manufactured with 100% self-produced renewable energy: we have solar panels!

Our products are digitally printed through a sublimation technique, which uses heat and pressure to transfer the ink to the white fabric. This fabric (in other words, the products cut into pieces) is carefully hand-placed, one by one. Even so, no matter how careful we are, sometimes little threads get in the middle and don’t let the ink transfer.

The larger ones are discarded as “defects,” but the smaller ones are a distinctive touch that makes each product different and unique. A touch that reinforces the idea of local and artisanal production. Like an Arpe signature.

Do they really dry you? And fast?
Yes! Our towels absorb three times their weight and dry five times faster than traditional towels. The trick is in how you use them: don’t rub, just press gently on your skin. It’s a different feel from a fluffy cotton towel, smoother and softer, and once you try it there’s no going back.

Are microfiber towels good for your skin?
They are! Our towels are OEKO-TEX certified, which means they’ve been tested for harmful substances, safe even for babies. They’re so light and soft that they won’t scratch your skin, which makes them a great choice for delicate or sensitive skin.

Can I dry my hair with them?
YES, AND PLEASE! Microfiber is awesome for your hair. Our towels are light as a feather and soak up excess water without rubbing, so your hair stays happier. Curly hair especially loves them!

What size is best for my hair?
The Hand Towel is perfect for most hair. If your hair is very long, go for the Bath Towel.

How do I wash them?
Super easy! Pop them in the washing machine on a delicate cycle and skip the fabric softener: it clogs the microfiber and makes it less absorbent. Then let them air dry, no tumble dryer. Don’t worry about the wait, they dry in no time

What are they made of?
Recycled polyester microfiber made from post-consumer PET bottles. Curious why we use synthetic materials? We tell you all about it in Our materials.

What do I do when it’s worn out?
Give it a second life as a cleaning cloth! We explain how, and what to do after that, in What to do with your used microfiber.