Lapuan Kankurit Hietsu bath towel, sauna towel & beach towel 95 × 180 cm made of linen

Lapuan Kankurit Hietsu bath towel, sauna towel & beach towel 95 × 180 cm made of linen

Hietsu – lightweight linen for sauna, bath, and beach

Hietsu was designed by Finnish designer Samu-Jussi Koski. The double-woven, washed linen combines a generous surface area with an amazingly low weight – ideal when you don't want a large towel taking up as much space in your luggage as heavy cotton terry cloth.

• Dimensions: 95 × 180 cm
• Material: 100% washed linen, Masters of Linen
• Properties: absorbent, breathable, and quick-drying
• Woven: in Lapua, Finland
• Care: machine washable; do not use fabric softener; do not tumble dry

Lapuan Kankurit – weavers from Finland

The textile family history of Lapuan Kankurit dates back to 1917. The weaving mill under the name Lapuan Kankurit was founded in 1973. Today, the fifth generation is already working in the family business. The in-house weaving mill in Lapua combines traditional knowledge of jacquard weaving with modern production and an exceptionally transparent material chain.

For its linen products, Lapuan Kankurit relies on traceable European long-staple linen. Many items carry the Masters of Linen certification. For me, Lapuan Kankurit is therefore one of those weaving mills where you understand the quality not only from the design, but above all from the material and the craftsmanship.

Why linen at Lapuan Kankurit is special

Linen can absorb a lot of moisture while drying quickly at the same time. This exact combination makes it so interesting for sauna, bath, and kitchen textiles. The European long-staple linen used is traceable; for the appropriately labeled products, Masters of Linen confirms the European origin and processing of the flax.

My assessment

For me, these linen towels are among the strongest products from Lapuan Kankurit. The large sizes in particular are excellent for the sauna and bathroom, but can just as easily be taken to the beach. Compared to heavy cotton terry, they are very light, absorb moisture well, and dry extremely quickly after use. In my experience, linen towels also develop the typical damp towel odor much less quickly – meaning they don't have to go straight into the laundry after every short use.