Do You Know the Differences Between V-Fold, Z-Fold, and C-Fold Hand Towels?
When choosing what hand towels to buy, the fold type matters more than you might think. It impacts hygiene, waste, dispensing efficiency, and even cost. At Blake & White, we supply a range of high-quality folded paper towels designed to suit every environment, from healthcare and hospitality to offices and education settings.
What are the different types of hand towels?
V-Fold Hand Towels (Interfold)
V-Fold, also known as interfold hand towels, are designed to be dispensed one at a time. The towels are folded in a way that they interlock with each other inside the dispenser. When one towel is pulled out, the next is presented for easy access.
Benefits:
- One-at-a-time dispensing helps control usage and reduce waste
- Minimises cross-contamination for improved hygiene
- Compatible with a range of dispensers
Best suited for: Offices, clinics, hospitality venues, and other environments where controlled consumption and hygiene are key.
Z-Fold Hand Towels (Multifold)
Z-Fold towels are folded into a zigzag shape and interleaved so each towel is partially pulled out when the previous one is removed. This type of towel is known for offering superior dispensing efficiency.
Benefits:
- Interleaved for one-at-a-time dispensing
- Highly absorbent and durable
- Efficient space usage in dispensers
- Helps reduce towel consumption
Best suited for: High-traffic environments such as healthcare, education, and industrial settings where performance and hygiene are priorities.
C-Fold Hand Towels
C-Fold towels are folded in three sections and stacked loosely, without interlocking. They typically require the user to pull one towel and manually open it for use.
Benefits:
- Offers a generous drying surface
- Simple and cost-effective
- Compatible with most standard C-Fold dispensers
Best suited for: Budget-conscious facilities or low-traffic areas where usage control is less critical.
Which Fold Should You Choose?
| Fold Type | Dispensing Method | Usage Control | Hygiene Level | Ideal Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-Fold | Interleaved | High | High | Offices, retail, hospitality |
| Z-Fold | Interleaved | Very High | Very High | Hospitals, schools, busy washrooms |
| C-Fold | Stack (non-interleaved) | Lower | Moderate | Budget sites, low-traffic areas |
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