Bath linens, including bath towels, hand towels, washcloths, and bath mats, are as much home fashion accessories as necessities. Bath linens can act as a makeover to the look and feel of your bathroom. Anyone who's shopped for bath linens lately can tell you about the vast array of fashion colours, trims, patterns, sizes, and quality to choose from.

It's also important to understand what makes up a good quality bath linen. When shopping for bath linens, consider the following:

Color Choices:
White and ivory coordinate with any bathroom color and have longevity. However, towels are a great way to get more colour into a bath. When concerned about fading, choose light colors that don't show fading as much as dark colors. For color interest, combine two colors, mixing shades such as green with blue, or tan with cream.

Bath Mats:
If you use two colors for towels, choose a bath mat in one of the colors. For a clean look, use only washable cotton bath mats. Avoid using top or seat covers on the toilet and don't use a rug around the base -- they all trap moisture and are dust and bacteria catchers.