In this file, we present the different ranges of disposable towels, which vary in color, material, weight and use.
Indeed, not all towels are suitable for all uses. More details below.
Weights of towels
What is the weight of a towel? It is the density of a piece of paper or another material, ie its mass in relation to its surface.
In summary, the higher the grammage of a disposable towel, the more resistant this towel will be to twisting, folding and tearing. Weight also affects how it feels to the touch.
The weight is an element to absolutely take into account when purchasing disposable towels, whatever the material in which it is made. To do this, simply look at the indications on the back of the packaging.
If, for example, you want to make napkin folds, It is essential use heavyweight napkins or your creation will tear.
Weight measurement
The weight of a disposable towel is measured in grams / square meter.
Weights generally range from 45 gr / m2 (the simple napkin that tears too easily) to 140 gr / m2 (almost too heavy a weight for general public use). The prices are of course to match.
The table below will allow you to see more clearly in your choice of towels.
| Weight (gr / m2) | Advantages | Disadvantages | Uses |
| 45 -> 59 | Low price | Not very rewarding "paper" aspect
Tears easily Not suitable for folding towels |
Meal |
| 60 | Good value for money
"Fabric" aspect More varied and elaborate colors |
Not suitable for some napkin folds |
Meal Basic napkin folds |
| 70 | Good value for money
"Fabric" aspect More varied and elaborate colors Good water absorption The best compromise |
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Meal Complex napkin folds |
| 71 -> 140 |
Maximum quality Rewarding aspect Excellent water absorption |
Rarely available in store
High price |
Meal Complex napkin folds |
Disposable napkin materials
The napkin materials are varied:
- the paper : made from fibers of trees or other plants (below, a decorated napkin):
- celisoft ®: a very resistant material, with high absorbency, with a "fabric" appearance:
- the non-woven : a "paper" obtained by compression, it is therefore not woven, hence its name:
- cotton wool : wadding is a finer cotton than conventional cotton, with a very silky feel. In general, cotton wool is present in all paper towels, in greater or lesser quantity.
In the choice of the material of towels, everything is also a matter of budget and use (see above). Most often, so-called “low-end” napkins are made of paper. However, there are some very aesthetic ones (like the Coeur napkins above).
As soon as we go up in budget, and therefore that we extend the possible uses, other materials can be used.
Napkin colors
The colors of towels are very varied, and thanks to the introduction of new materials, new, brighter colors have been introduced.
Folding napkins
Have you made your choice among these towels? If your napkins are suitable for napkin folding, do not forget to visit our Napkin Folding Videos section.
