Musty towel smells are usually caused by lingering moisture allowing mildew growth, thriving in damp, poorly ventilated conditions.

Regular washing, thorough drying, and sunlight exposure can prevent and remove odours. But if you take your towels out of the wash and they still have an odd smell – you are probably washing them wrong.

Mary Futher, who goes by Madame Sweat, is known for sharing her tips and tricks for cleaning and personal hygiene on social media. She has previously offered fans…