Methods for distinguishing between cotton-linen and linen
Linen: Pure linen has a rougher texture than cotton-linen. The presence of coarse threads and slight color variations in some threads are normal, as the manufacturing process for linen fabric differs from that of cotton-linen. Pure linen will inevitably contain some impurities. However, it feels better to wear than cotton-linen; natural materials are always the best.
Cotton-linen: Generally, domestically produced linen fabrics are mainly cotton-linen. However, many manufacturers use synthetic fibers instead of cotton to reduce costs. Of course, cheaper materials result in lower quality.
The market is flooded with various fabrics, and some vendors sell semi-linen and cotton-linen fabrics as pure linen. Therefore, we need to learn how to distinguish linen fabrics.
1. Try breaking a thread. If the ends are curved after breaking, the thread is cotton. Broken linen threads should have smooth ends; otherwise, it's not pure linen.
2. Wet the fabric. High-quality natural linen fabric is brown and absorbs water evenly. If the linen quality is poor, it will absorb water unevenly and turn black when wet.
How to store linen fabric?
This is also something we need to learn. Knowing how to store linen fabric properly will allow us to use it for longer.
1. Pay attention to stacking methods. Linen fabrics should be sorted and stacked neatly for easy management. Neat and orderly stacking not only makes it easier to retrieve the fabric but also helps maintain the fabric's flatness and structural integrity.
2. Dry promptly after washing. Linen fabrics should be dried promptly after washing to prevent mildew. They should be completely dry before storage, and stored in a well-ventilated area.
Now you should understand what linen fabric is. Linen is a special fabric, and we need to pay attention to correctly distinguishing it when purchasing and properly storing it when using it. Only then will the fabric last longer.