As , it's the perfect opportunity to rejig those cleaning habits at home.

If your routine isn't doing wonders for you, why not switch it up to something more beneficial? A common household gripe is ending up with dry, scratchy towels, typically from an excess of detergent or fabric softener build-up.

But even without a , there's hope for keeping that super soft and fluffy towel sensation, according to Molly Freshwater, the Founder of Secret Linen Store. She shares insights on thwarting the dreaded crunchy towel texture - a far cry from a soothing post-shower experience.

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Cramped living spaces or overstuffed storage can contribute to this problem, with towels squashed into cupboards or shelves losing their plushness. Molly's solution is to avoid over-folding or piling up towels which compresses their fibres resulting in stiffness.

For that cloud-like caress, towels should be stashed loosely allowing air circulation to preserve their softness and extend freshness. The same principle applies to laundry - cramming too many towels in your machine could compromise both their softness and cleanliness, reports .

Molly advises: "It might feel easier to just toss all the family's bath towels into the wash at once, but this won't actually help with softness or cleanliness."

Overloading your washing machine with towels can prevent detergent and fabric conditioner from rinsing out properly, leaving them less than fresh. For the best results, it's recommended to wash towels in smaller loads.

An expert shared: "When there are too many towels in the machine, the detergent and fabric conditioner can't rinse out properly. For the best results, try washing your towels in smaller loads."

They added: "This way, the detergent gets a chance to properly rinse out, leaving your towels feeling soft, fluffy, and ready to use after every wash."

And while a tumble dryer can help make towels soft, over time it might lead to roughness. The advice is to dry towels on a low heat setting or hang them outside on a breezy day to avoid them drying out too much.

If you do use a tumble dryer, tossing in a tennis ball or dryer ball can speed up the process and keep your towels fluffier.