Sweat Towels — 450gsm Cotton Rich, 30×90cm for Gym and Sports Use
A sweat towel is simply a long, narrow towel — 30×90cm here — sized to drape round the neck or wipe down equipment between sets, rather than a full hand towel that's awkward to carry through a workout. This one's cotton rich at 450gsm, white, and stocked from single pieces to packs of 1,000 for gyms and clubs.
Key Features
- 30×90cm — long and narrow, made to drape or wipe rather than fully dry
- 450gsm cotton rich, absorbent without excess bulk
- White, single piece through to Pack of 1000
- Suits gyms, fitness studios, sports clubs and personal training kit
"What is a sweat towel" is a genuine question worth a genuine answer: it's a towel shaped and sized specifically for gym use rather than a standard bath or hand towel pressed into service. At 30×90cm, it's long enough to hang round the neck between sets or wipe down a bench or machine, but narrow enough not to become the bulky, awkward thing a full hand towel turns into halfway through a workout.
Cotton rich construction is the practical choice here — it keeps the weight down and the price realistic at gym-scale ordering, while still giving genuine absorbency for wiping away sweat. At 450gsm it has enough density to actually soak up moisture rather than just smearing it around, which is the difference between a functional gym towel and a thin freebie.
For gyms and clubs supplying towels as part of membership or for equipment hygiene, pack sizes run from a single towel up to 1,000 pieces, keeping unit cost realistic at genuine gym-fleet scale.
Specifications
| Item | Dimensions (Imperial) | Dimensions (Metric) |
|---|---|---|
| Sweat Towel | 12" × 35" | 30 × 90cm |
| Weight | 450gsm |
| Composition | Cotton rich |
| Colour | White |
| Wash care | Machine washable, avoid bleach |
Care Instructions
Wash in warm water with similar colours, mild detergent, no bleach — bleach breaks down the fibre faster under the frequent washing gym towels typically need. Tumble dry on low or air dry.
Why Buy
30×90cm is a genuinely different shape brief to a standard towel — designed to be worn or draped through a workout rather than folded and set aside. Cotton rich at 450gsm keeps the price sensible at gym-fleet order volumes without dropping to a towel too thin to actually absorb sweat.
FAQs
What is a sweat towel, exactly?
A long, narrow towel — 30×90cm in this case — sized to drape round the neck or wipe equipment during a workout, as opposed to a standard hand or bath towel that's not practical to carry through a gym session.
Why cotton rich rather than 100% cotton?
It keeps unit cost down at the pack sizes gyms actually order in (up to 1,000 pieces) while still giving real absorbency — for a 100% cotton alternative at a similar price point, our 400gsm institutional range is worth comparing.
Is 450gsm enough to actually absorb sweat, or is it too light?
450gsm has enough density for genuine absorbency — the size (30×90cm, long and narrow) does more of the practical work than extra weight would; a heavier towel at this length would just be harder to drape and carry. Our towel GSM guide covers how the weights compare.
What pack sizes suit a gym or fitness studio?
Single piece for personal use, up to Pack of 1000 for gyms supplying towels as part of membership or equipment hygiene — Pack of 10 or 100 suits smaller studios and personal trainers.
Can gyms and clubs set up a trade account for regular restocking?
Yes — call 01204 653023, or Ltd companies can use iwocaPay for up to £30k credit over 30 days or 3 months interest-free.
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