linen
- Created by: Libby Easden
- Created on: 25-02-13 21:00
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- linen
- natural cellulose from stem of flax plant
- staple fibre
- strong durable, long lasting, smooth surface, good drape
- highly absorbent, fast drying, fresh and cool to wear
- non- static > contains moisture
- crisp, firm handle, stiffer and harder then cotton
- washable
- shrink proof
- washes well
- irons well
- irons easily when damp
- dries well
- quickly
- boiled
- bleached
- can be dry cleaned
- tumble dries
- low elasticity> creases badly
- Treatments
- dirtt-repellent
- anti-mircobial
- synthetic resin treatment
- crease resistant finish
- stain- resist finish
- Teflon
- silicone
- biodegradable and recycleable
- blends
- cotton 50%
- nylon 25%
- elastane 5%
- modal 30%
- acrylic 4%
- viscose
- tencel
- polyester
- silk
- fabrics
- interlining
- Holland
- for window blinds
- end uses
- household linen
- curtains
- tea towels
- shirts
- skirts
- suits
- ropes
- sewing thread
- geotextiles
- tablecloths
- tablecloths
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