Choosing the bathroom linen isn't exactly a science, but there are a few points worth bearing in mind when selecting those bathroom towels and mats.

Firstly, consider the material. Cotton is superior for absorbency and resilience, and if the user has sensitive skin or allergies, then it might even be an idea to opt for 100% organic cotton towels, which are made from cotton grown on pesticide-free farms.

Secondly, towel-density is another factor that influences absorbency. Luxury towel density is normally around 800 grams per meter. It's worth paying a little more for high quality towels as they will last a lot longer.

On a more aesthetic level, the style and design of the should also be taken into account. Popcorn towels, for example, are a great contemporary towel designed to augment a more modern, city-style bathroom. Then there are luxury embroidered border-towels, which are soft, durable and highly absorbent.

Furthermore, many people tend to overlook the importance of towelled bath mats. Not only are they useful as an additional means of drying upon leaving the bath or shower, they also perform an important ?health and safety? function, helping to keep water of the floor and reducing the likelihood of anybody slipping and injuring themselves. Most bathroom linen sets will include matching bath and hand towels as well as bath mats.

It's also possible to buy individual heavy-duty bath mats, however, that probably have more in common with a rug than a towel, but they are incredibly absorbent. Stylish and contemporary mats are available and they are usually machine-washable.

And let's not forget the kids. A notoriously difficult time in any family home is getting the children into the bath or shower. Colourfully designed ?skittles? towels are available which are made of a soft, highly-absorbent velour cotton material, which should brighten up any bath-time.

Finally, once new bathroom linen has been bought, it really is worth taking care of them. When laundering bathroom towels, it's best not to use fabric-softener, as the chemicals contained within it are known to make the towels less absorbent and will ultimately be less durable. A good bathroom needs good accessories, and it seems a little care can go a long way to ensuring this.