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Different Types of Hammam Towels

By |2026-07-03T11:50:55+00:00May 6th, 2026|Hammam Towels|

Hi, Based on the frequent questions we received from our customers, I concluded that hammam towels and their thickness require further explanation as a guide. Cotton and Olive offers a wide range of hammam towels designed for different purposes. All hammam towels, including the thickest one available online, are still lighter in weight [...]

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Our Values

By |2026-07-19T09:59:30+00:00January 24th, 2026|News, Turkey|

The values we represent are simple. As a small, independent family business, we love to reflect our beliefs through our work and products. We are a Turkish couple living in the UK since 2005, and we started Cotton and Olive’s online presence in 2013. As a principle, we work only with Turkish craftspeople, sourcing all [...]

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What Makes Hammam Towels So Thin and Lightweight?

By |2026-08-05T09:14:41+00:00May 1st, 2024|Hammam Towels, Towels|

Hammam towels are well known for being extremely light and thin yet absorbent. Homeowners have recognised these qualities as a great way to make everyday living more practical and pleasant. Let’s recap what a hammam towel is first. A hammam is a flat fabric woven on looms. There are horizontal and vertical yarns crisscrossing [...]

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hammam Towels

By |2026-08-06T09:05:57+00:00November 14th, 2023|Hammam Towels, Peshtemal, Towels|

With this post, we'll try to answer the most common questions you may ask to learn about hammam towels. We're compiling this information for those unfamiliar with hammam towels. What is a hammam towel? A hammam towel is a lightweight and compact towel for drying. What sizes do hammam towels come in? They are [...]

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