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Linen Fiber Story The oldest fiber known to man, linen has a history dating back to the Stone Age and was once in such widespread use that it became the generic term for many of our household items. Though it has since become less common, linen is...
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Linen Fiber Story The oldest fiber known to man, linen has a history dating back to the Stone Age and was once in such widespread use that it became the generic term for many of our household items. Though it has since become less common, linen is still an extremely well-loved, luxurious yet functional, product. Linen fibers come from the blue-flowered flax plant that grows mainly in France, Belgium and the Netherlands. Ancient Egyptians wrapped their mummies in linen strips, making full use of its incredible natural strength, which actually increases when wet (that's the reason linen washes so well and is so long lasting). In addition, linen is highly breathable and non-allergenic, has excellent color fastness and becomes even softer with repeated washings. Linen cloth is made into clothing, bedding, wall coverings and upholstery fabrics. It is excellent for household textiles such as dish towels because it does not create lint when drying. Linen Care Often linen must be dry cleaned... See less
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20307 Seed Linen Pillow Cover 1 $115.00