2026 - ELSATEX

23Mar2026

Your Ultimate Summer Companion: Beach & Pool Towels Designed for Sunshine Days

Beach and pool towels are essential for making the most of summer, whether you’re heading to the seaside, relaxing poolside, or planning outdoor picnics… As the warmer months arrive, it’s time to refresh your summer essentials. Whether you’re heading to the beach, relaxing poolside, or planning a picnic, the right towel makes all the difference. It’s an essential part of any summer escape. At Elsatex, our beach and pool collection is designed to combine comfort, practicality, and vibrant summer style — with options suited to every activity and lifestyle.

Microfibre Beach and Pool Towels for Quick-Dry Comfort

Lightweight beach and pool towels quick dry

Perfect for travel and active beach days, our Microfibre Beach Towels are made from 100% polyester at 225gsm and sized at 70x150cm. Available in eight fun designs, these towels are lightweight, compact, and quick drying — ideal for holidays where suitcase space matters.

Additionally, Microfibre fabric absorbs moisture efficiently and dries far faster than traditional cotton. This means less sand sticking and no damp towel weighing down your beach bag. They’re a great choice for families, swimmers, and anyone constantly on the move.

Chlorine Resistant Pool Towels for Everyday Swimming

Chlorine resistant pool towels cabana stripe

For regular swimmers, durability is key. Our Chlorine Resistant Pool Towels are crafted from 100% cotton at a substantial 420gsm, offering softness alongside long-lasting performance. Designed specifically to withstand pool chemicals, As a result, they maintain their colour and feel even after repeated use.

Featuring classic cabana stripes in dark blue, light blue, and raspberry pink, these 70x150cm towels deliver a timeless poolside look while providing excellent absorbency and comfort after every swim.

Classic Beach Comfort: Velour Beach Towels

Meanwhile, nothing says summer luxury quite like a velour towel. Made from 100% cotton at 400gsm, our Velour Beach Towels offer a smooth, soft surface on one side and absorbent terry cotton on the reverse. Available in blue mix or pink mix and two sizes (70x140cm and 70x150cm), they’re perfect for lounging on the sand or by the pool.

Velour cotton provides a plush feel and vibrant colour clarity, making these towels ideal for relaxation and sunbathing.

A Sustainable Choice: Eco-Friendly Cotton Towels

For customers seeking a more environmentally conscious option, our Eco-Friendly Towels are made from 100% cotton at 400gsm in a practical 70x125cm size. The multi-coloured design captures the energy of summer while offering excellent absorbency and softness.

Cotton remains a natural, breathable fibre — gentle against skin and ideal for warm weather use.

Picnic Blankets for Beach and Pool Days

Summer outings aren’t complete without somewhere comfortable to sit. Our Polar Fleece Picnic Blankets, made from 100% polyester fleece (130gsm), measure 127x152cm and are available in classic red tartan or blue tartan.

Fleece is lightweight yet insulating. It provides warmth on cooler evenings and remains easy to fold and carry. — perfect for picnics, festivals, or seaside sunsets.

Designed for Every Summer Moment

From quick-dry microfibre practicality to luxurious cotton comfort and versatile picnic essentials, the Elsatex summer range ensures you’re ready for every sunny adventure. Whatever your plans this season, choosing the right fabric means more comfort, better performance, and effortless summer style.

From lightweight travel options to luxury cotton designs, Elsatex beach and pool towels are created for every summer moment.

Ultimately, choosing the right towel fabric ensures comfort, durability, and effortless summer style.

23Feb2026

Adding a Dash of Whimsy to Your Kitchen: The Elsatex x Animoo Art Collection

There is a certain magic that happens when high-quality craftsmanship meets soulful, grassroots creativity. At Elsatex, we have always prided ourselves on being a trusted name in textiles, but our latest collaboration feels particularly special. We are thrilled to introduce a brand-new collection of kitchen linens created in partnership with the wonderfully quirky Animoo Art.

This isn’t just a product launch; it’s a celebration of a 30-year friendship and a creative spark that turned into a thriving brand.

Born in Lockdown: A Friendship Painted in Watercolour

While many businesses are built on spreadsheets, Animoo Art was built at a kitchen table by two lifelong “partners in crime,” Katie Ford and Amie Carter. Having navigated three decades of life side-by-side, the 2020 lockdown provided the unexpected space for their most exciting chapter yet.

The spark came from Katie’s daughter, Molly, who suggested her mum paint a woodlouse instead of the usual “pretty” animals. That tiny, cheeky idea blossomed into a series of character-filled watercolour illustrations. But every creative force needs an engine room; while Katie holds the paintbrush, Amie holds the planner.

As the “Artist and the Organiser,” their partnership is the secret ingredient behind the brand. Katie brings the imagination and fine-liner detail, while Amie brings the structure and the “let’s go for it” determination. Together, they’ve transitioned from simple prints to this bold new venture in textiles, trusting in their shared vision and their 30-year bond.

The Collection: Four Designs to Fall in Love With

We’ve translated Katie’s signature style—and the duo’s shared sense of humor—onto a range of premium tea towels, double oven gloves, and aprons. Whether you’re a dog devotee or a lover of the Great British countryside, there is a design here to make you smile.

The Farmyard Crew: A charming medley of classic farm animals, bringing a touch of rustic, cheerful energy to the home.
Into the Wild: For those who prefer the untamed, this design features a variety of wild animals rendered in Katie’s distinctive illustrative style.
The Sausage Dog Parade: A celebration of the iconic Dachshund in all its elongated, quirky glory.
The Ultimate Dog Breed Mix: A beautiful tribute to our best friends, featuring a diverse range of breeds that every dog lover will recognize.

Quality Meets Quirky

At Elsatex, we know that kitchen textiles need to do more than just look good—they have to work hard. Each piece in this collection is manufactured to our exacting standards, ensuring that your double oven gloves offer the protection you need and your tea towels are as absorbent as they are beautiful.

“Working with Katie and Amie has allowed us to bring a sense of joy and storytelling into the heart of the home. It’s a partnership built on trust, quality, and a shared love for British creativity.”

By combining the durability of Elsatex textiles with the whimsical heart of Animoo Art, we’ve created a collection that is perfect for gifting (or for treating your own kitchen to a well-deserved makeover).

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This collection is a testament to the power of collaboration. From a lockdown kitchen table to your home, these pieces are designed to spark conversation and bring a smile to your face while you cook.

10Feb2026

ELSATEX ANNOUNCED AS OFFICIAL PARTNER OF MOTE SQUASH CLUB

Elsatex CEO Stephen Lowe standing beneath the Official Partner banner at Mote Squash Club, holding his squash racket

Elsatex is proud to announce a new three-year partnership as Official Partner and Main Club Sponsor of Mote Squash Club, based in Maidstone. This sponsorship reflects Elsatex’s ongoing commitment to supporting local communities, promoting health and exercise, and investing in organisations that bring people together through shared activity and passion.

Mote Squash Club is a thriving, community-orientated club with around 300 members, welcoming players of all ages and abilities. As an established hub for sport and social connection in Maidstone, the club plays an important role in encouraging active lifestyles and fostering a strong sense of local belonging. This partnership marks an exciting new chapter for the club as it continues to grow and support its members.

As part of the sponsorship, Elsatex will provide banners and direct funding to support the club’s activities over the next three years. This investment will help fund tournaments, events, and initiatives that enhance the member experience and strengthen the club’s presence within the wider community. By backing these events, Elsatex is helping ensure that Mote Squash Club remains an inclusive, welcoming space where sport and community go hand in hand.

Elsatex is a trusted UK textile manufacturer, known for bringing high-quality fabric printing to life with precision, colour, and care. Working across hospitality, leisure, commercial laundry, retail, and sports textiles, the business has built a reputation for reliability, craftsmanship, and attention to detail. At the heart of everything Elsatex does is a simple belief: we take pride in our textiles — and in the people and communities we work with.

This partnership was driven by a shared belief in the importance of health, exercise, and community engagement. Supporting Mote Squash Club allows Elsatex to contribute to something that makes a tangible difference locally, helping people stay active, connected, and motivated. From grassroots participation to competitive play, the club offers opportunities for everyone, and Elsatex is pleased to play a part in sustaining that environment.

Speaking about the sponsorship, Stephen Lowe from Elsatex said:
“Elsatex is very pleased to support Mote Squash Club. Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much. This partnership is about backing a club that brings people together and encourages healthy, active lifestyles within the local community.”

Over the next three years, Elsatex looks forward to seeing Mote Squash Club continue to thrive, with the sponsorship helping to support events and initiatives that benefit members and the wider Maidstone community alike. It’s a partnership rooted in quality, commitment, and community — values that sit at the core of both organisations.

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