How linen is made
Linen is made from the bast fiber of flax stalks. The flax plant, especially the long-fiber flax, grows mainly in Europe and is an annual. It must therefore be re-grown from the flax seed every year, but produces very good yarn. It is particularly at home in temperate climates and can grow up to 120 cm high. After sowing (March to April) and harvesting (July or August), the flax fibers are dried and sent to a spinning mill. There they are spun into the linen we know today.
These are the properties of linen
One of the positive properties of linen is that the fabric is very moth-resistant and lint-free. Its high absorbency and air permeability also ensure that it has a cooling effect. This property makes it the ideal textile for summer in particular.
Another positive aspect is that linen repels dirt well and is tear-resistant , making it a robust material. On the negative side, however, it creases very quickly due to its poor elasticity.
How to care for the textile
Undyed linen can be washed at up to 95°C without hesitation. For dyed linen, it is best to use a colored detergent and wash at 60°C. However, care should be taken when washing in the washing machine as creases can occur. These are difficult to iron out as the movement of the machine "breaks" the linen fibers.
However, if you place your linen garments in cold water for a few hours before washing, the fibers will become flexible and will not break during the subsequent wash cycle. I also recommend washing linen on a gentle cycle.
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