Tea towels are a kitchen essential, used for drying dishes, wiping spills, polishing glassware and even decorative purposes. But when comparing tea towels, you might wonder – what size should they be?
Standard tea towel sizes
Tea towels come in a variety of sizes, but in the UK, the most common sizes are:
45 x 65cm – A compact and versatile size, ideal for everyday kitchen use.
50 x 70cm – A larger tea towel, offering more absorbency and coverage.
Most tea towels fall within this range, ensuring they are easy to handle, absorbent and practical for a variety of kitchen tasks.
Different types of tea towels and their sizes
At Homefords, we offer a wide selection of wholesale tea towels, available in packs of 2, 3 or 6. Here are some of our top collections and their sizes:
Larger tea towels (50 x 70cm)
For those who prefer a bigger, more absorbent towel, these 50 x 70cm options are ideal:
- Always 3 Pack Kitchen Tea Towel Set – A set of three coordinating cotton tea towels, perfect for adding a smart touch to any kitchen.
- Jumbo Heavy Weight Check Tea Towel with Heart Detail – A jumbo-sized, highly absorbent cotton towel, great for drying dishes and polishing.
- Checked 6 Pack Kitchen Tea Towel – A set of six soft, fast-drying tea towels, ideal for heavy-duty kitchen use.


Standard Tea Towels (45 x 65cm)
For those who prefer a compact, practical towel, our 45 x 65cm options include:
- Extra Large Utility Towel – A durable, high-quality tea towel for a variety of kitchen tasks.
- Superdry – Terry Check Luxury Tea Towel – A highly absorbent cotton towel, great for spills and drying dishes.
- Spectrum 6 Pack Kitchen Tea Towel – A pack of six matching towels, offering both style and practicality.
- Spectrum 2 Pack Kitchen Tea Towel – A set of two absorbent, easy-care tea towels, perfect for everyday use.
- Shine 2 Pack Kitchen Tea Towel (Terracotta & Blue) – Bright, colourful tea towels that bring a pop of colour to any kitchen.
Which tea towel size is best?
- For general use – A 45 x 65cm towel is compact, easy to store and ideal for everyday kitchen tasks.
- For drying large dishes or heavy-duty cleaning – A 50 x 70cm towel provides extra absorbency and coverage.
- For businesses or busy kitchens – A multi-pack (like our 6-pack options) ensures you always have a fresh tea towel on hand.

Shop wholesale tea towels at Homefords
At Homefords, we offer high-quality, 100% cotton tea towels in a range of sizes, styles and colours. Whether you’re buying for a hotel, café, rental property or retail store, our wholesale prices, no minimum order policy and bulk discounts make stocking up easy.













