5 Best Water Absorbent Fabric

Looking for the best water absorbent fabric? While many different fabrics are fairly absorbent, there are other fabrics that take absorbency above and beyond. It will be fairly obvious when using these super absorbent fabrics how they differ from other fabrics. I am going to show you the best absorbent materials on the market in this review.
Fabric NameMaterial CompositionNotable FeaturesUses
Zorb 3D Dimple LiteZorb fibers, blend of 70% rayon and 30% cottonHighly absorbent, durable, reversible, 20% stretch across the grainDiapers, bibs, burp cloths, blankets, change pads
AKAS Tex Microfiber TerryBlend of 75% polyester and 25% polyurethaneSuper absorbent, traps moisture between fibersUnpaper towel, diaper linings or inserts
Terry Cloth Fabric100% 9oz cottonSpecially woven pile loops for high absorbency, soft and comfortableTowels, loungewear, beachwear, robes, wraps
Terry Cloth Cuddle100% cotton with waffle patternAbsorbent due to looped pile, textured waffle materialApparel items, wash cloths, beachwear, baby items
Comfort Terry Cloth100% cotton (10oz)Extremely absorbent, versatile, easy to launderTowels, wash cloths, robes, loungewear, beachwear, baby items

Other aspects discussed in the article:

  • Absorbent materials often attract and lock in water. Natural fibers like cotton, bamboo, hemp are all absorbent fabrics.
  • Terry cloth fabrics are generally made of 100% cotton. They are quite versatile and can be used for many different projects.
  • Many absorbent materials are soft, but they are also durable. Most are machine washable and able to be tumble dried as well.

What is the most water absorbent fabric?

Cotton and cotton based products are generally absorbent because cotton is a natural fiber. Regular cotton or even fabrics like flannel are absorbent, but they won’t be as absorbent as heavier weight fabrics like terry cloth or innovative fabrics like Zorb.

Best Absorbent Fabrics

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1. Zorb 3D Dimple Lite

3D Zorb Poly Dimple Lite Natural 1

Zorb is an absorbent synthetic material and as far as absorbency goes, it is an incredible fabric. Zorb can absorb an incredible ten times its own weight in just a few seconds. It soaks up liquids up to twenty times faster than other fabrics like cotton or hemp. This absorbent material  you select is very durable and is also reversible. The fabric features 20% stretch across the grain. It is very versatile and is great for making things like diapers, bibs, burp cloths, blankets, change pads, and more.

  • The material has Zorb fibers between a front and back that is a blend of 70% rayon and 30% cotton
  • The absorbent fabric has a 3D dimple pattern that helps it retain more and distribute moisture
  • Machine wash on cold, tumble dry on low heat- no bleach or fabric softener

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2. AKAS Tex Microfiber Terry

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Microfiber materials and terry fabrics are both known to be super absorbent and this 11oz microfiber terry fabric is no exception. It is a medium to heavyweight blend of 75% polyester and 25% polyurethane. This fabric traps moisture between the fibers, instead of just soaking it up like a natural fiber like cotton would do.

  • This material is versatile and can be used for unpaper towel, diaper linings or inserts, and more
  • If used for diapers, the fabric should not be placed directly against skin
  • Machine wash with warm water, tumble dry on low heat or hang to dry- no fabric softener and no bleach
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3. Terry Cloth Fabric

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Terry cloth is generally quite an absorbent fabric because of how it is specially woven. The pile loops give the signature terry cloth texture and feel, but they also draw in moisture so that the fabric is very absorbent. Terry cloth is perfect for making towels, loungewear, beachwear, robes, wraps, and more.

  • This terry cloth material is made from 100% 9oz cotton and is heavyweight
  • Machine wash, tumble dry on low heat
  • Terry cloth is absorbent and it is also generally quite soft and comfortable enough to wear

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4. Terry Cloth Cuddle

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Because of the way terry cloth fabric is woven, and the fabric’s looped pile, it is very absorbent. This terry cloth fabric features a waffle pattern which can be used for many different projects. Use the fabric to make apparel items, wash cloths, beachwear, baby items, and more.

  • This textured waffle material is made from 100% cotton
  • Fabric is heavyweight
  • Machine wash, tumble dry on low heat
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5. Comfort Terry Cloth

Comfort Terry Cloth Gray

 

This line of terry cloth is 10z and is made from 100% cotton. The material is extremely absorbent. It is also versatile and can be used to make many different projects. Terry cloth can be used for towels, wash cloths, robes, loungewear, beachwear, baby items, and for many other projects.

  • Fabric is heavyweight
  • Easy to launder- machine wash and tumble dry
  • Fabric is sold in 45” width and can be purchased by the yard

 

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Absorbent Fabric Buying Guide

Absorbent materials often attract and lock in water. Natural fibers like cotton, bamboo, hemp are all absorbent fabrics. Created fabrics are often a blend of materials that are designed to soak up or retain water. Flannel, muslin, and regular cotton will all soak up liquids to some degree, but microfiber, and terry cloth are likely going to be the most absorbent of cotton fabrics. Most absorbent terry cloth fabrics are quite versatile and are fairly budget friendly.

Versatility of water absorbent fabric

Terry cloth fabrics are generally made of 100% cotton. They are quite versatile and can be used for many different projects. Terry cloth can be used to make apparel items like beach cover ups, wraps, robes, and loungewear. Terry cloth is also a popular choice for baby items. It can be used for wash cloths and kitchen items as well as traditional towels.

Durability

Many absorbent materials are soft, but they are also durable. Cotton is known to be a durable material and fabrics like hemp or bamboo are also quite durable. Cotton materials like terry cloth are also generally easy to launder. Most are machine washable and able to be tumble dried as well, for easy clean up. Since many absorbent fabrics are popular for towels, wash cloths, apparel items, and fabrics used for cleaning, easy cleanup is a huge bonus.

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