Not all terry cloths are the same
Here, a clear distinction must be made, because the difference lies in the method of production:
Terry cloth is a smooth fabric that is produced by twisting the yarn. Terry cloth, on the other hand, is not a smooth fabric; it has fine loops on both sides that are raised by the weaving process. A terry cloth towel feels softer and is of higher quality than terry cloth.
When it comes to terry cloth, you can further distinguish between fulled, twisted and velour terry cloth:
Terry cloth is made of loose loops of a soft yarn, while twisted terry cloth is made of twisted yarns and is firmer to the touch. Velours terry cloth, on the other hand, is soft and velvety. The combination of velvety velours terry cloth on the outside and the absorbent, cuddly twisted terry cloth on the inside, as is often the case with bathrobes, offers a high level of comfort.
