Towel pins

Towel pins are not a household item that people talk about all the time. But still they are very diverse: there are models with and without a loop, for beach towels, for bathrooms and kitchens. A separate hot topic is large holders for sun loungers and a set of specific solutions.

There are many clamp options available to hold the towel in position. From an environmental point of view, wooden clothespins are the best choice. But they do not really differ in special durability and reliability. Wood easily absorbs moisture from the air and from the laundry. Gradually, it will turn black and deteriorate.

This solution can be used indoors. But already in the bathroom it is hardly worth recommending. Even with an excellent level of ventilation, it is hardly possible to guarantee the normal preservation of the tree. The downside is the absorption of paint released during the shedding of textiles. The absorption of chlorine and various foreign substances cannot be ruled out either.

Modifications with a lacquered finish show themselves somewhat better. They are more durable, as the varnish suppresses the effect of moisture on the surface of the wood. Minimal slip and material retention efficiency are other significant benefits.

Plastic clothespins are also quite a good purchase. They will definitely not leave marks, if only they are high quality products. The coloring of such items is critical. Too bright, although they look nice, can release toxic substances. For towels in the bathroom, especially for kitchen towels, this is completely unacceptable. Plastic structures perform optimally on the street.

Products made from it are usually equipped with a grooved surface. The gripper assembly is often threaded and the lugs are provided with teeth. All this is not at all accidental, but is associated with the need to compensate for slipping. Plastic clothespins may have a spring. This design is more convenient, but the spring can fly out. Plastic is susceptible to damage from high or too low temperatures, you should avoid buying very cheap, quickly failing models.

In general, standard towel pegs confidently replace steel hooks, which have long been used to fix loops sewn onto the towels themselves. Those loops tended to tear and come off, which was not only inconvenient and caused unnecessary trouble, but also worsened the appearance of the products. Black metal clothespins are much stronger than those made of plastic.

Spring plastic models should be chosen especially carefully in comparison with other versions. A weak spring presses the towel unreliably, does not fix it well. Due to the increased rigidity, the fabric can deform. Coiled springs fly out more often than those made in the manner of a ring. It is recommended to choose models with galvanized wire, because it corrodes more slowly.

Apart from a purely practical function, towel pegs can also have a decorative value. This does not affect the performance of the mechanism and the case in any way. But the appearance of the product changes expressively. It can be given its original shape. Additionally can be used:

• ornaments;
• individually selected inscriptions;
• attached figures;
• thematic design in the spirit of any holidays (usually the New Year, although there are other options).

The simplest and most ergonomic solution is a clothespin with a loop. It consists of two basic blocks. The loop knot clings to the towel itself. It then locks onto the pre-installed hook itself. The use of metal and polyvinyl chloride allows you to guarantee a long service life and exclude damage to the structure over time.

Such materials are not damaged by high humidity. They can be used even in the kitchen, where they constantly cook, and water vapor increases the humidity. The attachable latch holds firmly to the textile. It turns out to be quite simple to apply. This design is tiny and can be stored without problems.

However, regular home beach towel holders will not or will not work. Here, more complex devices of large sizes should already be used, which provide reliable retention. In such a case, you can use clips-clips, united under the name Home Collection. Consumers note the convenience and practicality of such a solution. This design is ideal for a towel that has no loops.

A similar solution was used in curtain rods for tulle curtains several decades ago. The likelihood of damage to the towels themselves increases if they have been used for a long time and begin to “thin out”, although they are not yet too shabby.

At this point, the sharp clamp begins to play against the consumer. Teeth can simply tear matter. At the very least, they don't improve her condition. Tearing is especially likely if you pull on the fabric without removing the clamp. Even with new specimens, this is quite likely.

An alternative is Aliexpress Large Sized Bright Color Plastic Beach Towel Clips Quilt Clips Well Made. Practice shows that during a beach holiday, such a product is used every day. Important nuances:

• delivery in quality packages;
• attractive appearance;
• suitability both for drying things and actually for attaching towels to a sun lounger;
• high density of plastic;
• no risk of burnout in the sun;
• moderate strength (what is needed is retained, but precisely "without crocodile fanaticism").

There are other models of towel pegs. They are calculated for attaching textiles to a chaise longue or to a beach chair. Basically, designers choose durable plastic grades with a stable galvanized frame. Wind protection is guaranteed at a high level. It is worth noting additionally the suitability of such accessories for bed linen, the delivery usually comes in sets of 8 pieces.