FAQ – HOME FOR SUMMER

Home for Summer is a premium towel brand inspired by Mediterranean living. We believe something as simple as a towel can transform the way you feel – whether you're stepping out of the shower, lounging by the pool, or drying off after a swim. Our towels are made from 650 GSM premium cotton, OEKO-TEX certified, and designed with bold, sun-soaked colors and stripes that bring that effortless summer feeling into your everyday life.

GSM stands for grams per square meter – it’s the gold standard for measuring towel quality. At 650 GSM, our towels hit the sweet spot between plush luxury and everyday practicality. They’re thick, absorbent, and incredibly soft, but still dry quickly and won’t feel heavy. For reference, most hotel towels are around 400–500 GSM. Ours are a step above.

OEKO-TEX is an independent certification that guarantees our towels have been tested for harmful substances and are safe for you and your family. It means the cotton, the dyes, and every material that touches your skin meets strict safety standards. We care about what you wrap yourself in – so we made sure it’s clean, safe, and responsibly made.

Our towels are Mediterranean-sourced, crafted with premium cotton by skilled artisans who have been making world-class textiles for generations. We partner with producers who share our commitment to quality, sustainability, and craftsmanship – so every towel that arrives at your door carries a bit of that coastal warmth with it.

We offer three sizes to cover every moment: Beach Towels (oversized for laying out and wrapping up), Bath Towels (the everyday essential), and Hand Towels (perfect for the kitchen, bathroom, or gym bag). Mix and match across sizes and colors to build a set that’s uniquely yours.

Machine wash warm with like colors, tumble dry on low. Skip the fabric softener – it coats the cotton fibers and actually reduces absorbency over time. Our towels get softer with every wash naturally. For best results, wash before first use and avoid bleach to keep those beautiful colors vibrant.

Once your order ships, you’ll receive an email with tracking info so you can follow it all the way to your door. If you haven’t received a shipping confirmation yet, check your spam or promotions folder. Still can’t find it? Drop us a line at hello@homeforsummer.com and we’ll track it down for you.

We currently ship across the United States. International shipping is on the horizon – sign up for our newsletter to be the first to know when we expand.

Yes! We offer free shipping on all orders over $99. For orders under $99, shipping is calculated at checkout based on your location.

We move fast to get your towels to you, so changes can only be made shortly after placing your order. If you need to update anything, email us at hello@homeforsummer.com as soon as possible and we’ll do our best to help before it ships.

We want you to love your towels. If something isn’t right, you can return unused, unwashed items in their original packaging within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. Just email us at hello@homeforsummer.com to start the process. We’ll make it easy.

It happens rarely, but if your towels arrive damaged or defective, email us within 14 days of delivery with a photo and we’ll send a replacement right away – no hassle, no runaround. We stand behind every towel we make.

Of course. If you’d like to swap a color, just reach out within 30 days of delivery and we’ll help arrange an exchange. Items must be unused and in original packaging. We get it – sometimes a color looks different in person, and we want you to end up with towels you’re genuinely excited about.

Building your set is simple. Choose your sizes (beach, bath, or hand towels), pick your colors, and add them to your set. The more you add, the more you save – up to 18% off when you build a full set. It’s the best way to get exactly the combination you want at the best price.

Absolutely – that’s the whole point. Mix beach towels with bath towels, pair bold stripes with earthy tones, go matchy-matchy or wildly eclectic. There’s no wrong way to build your set. We designed our colors to work beautifully together, so have fun with it.

The savings scale with the size of your set – the more towels you add, the bigger the discount, up to 18% off. You’ll see the savings applied automatically as you build. It’s the easiest way to stock up on premium towels without paying full price for each one.