100% Linen Fabric
Our 100% linen fabric is made from fine flax fibers, delivering a naturally breathable, durable material with a timeless, elegant look. It features a crisp texture and natural luster, and is valued for its eco-friendly properties.
Our 100% linen fabric is made from fine flax fibers, delivering a naturally breathable, durable material with a timeless, elegant look. It features a crisp texture and natural luster, and is valued for its eco-friendly properties.
Composition: 100% Linen
Yarn Count: 14 × 14
Density: 50 × 52
Weave: 1/1 Plain
Width: 53/54" (138 cm)
Weight: 170 g/m²
Finish: PD / Yarn Dyed
End Use: Shirt Fabric
Description: 100% Linen, 14 × 14, 50 × 52, 1/1 plain weave, 170 g/m². This linen fabric is made from high-quality rain and dew flax fiber, imported from Western Europe.
How to Tell If It’s 100% Linen?
Identifying whether a fabric is truly 100% linen involves checking its texture, appearance, and physical properties, as well as performing a few simple checks.
Look at the Texture:
100% linen has a distinct natural texture with slight irregularities in the weave, often showing slubs—tiny thick-and-thin threads that give linen its organic, subtly rustic look. Unlike smooth synthetic fabrics or cotton, linen feels crisp and textured to the touch.
Check the Drape:
Linen typically has a structured yet relaxed drape, with natural stiffness compared to softer fabrics such as cotton or rayon. It holds its shape well while still moving fluidly.
Test the Wrinkle Factor:
Linen wrinkles easily due to its natural fiber properties. Scrunch the fabric in your hand; if it creases immediately and noticeably, it is likely to be pure linen. Blended fabrics and synthetics are generally more resistant to wrinkling.
Feel the Fabric:
Linen feels cool, crisp, and breathable. With each wash it becomes softer, but it still retains a slightly coarse natural texture compared with cotton, which feels smoother.
Look at the Shine:
Linen usually has a matte finish with subtle natural luster, rather than the glossy sheen commonly associated with synthetic fibers such as polyester or rayon.
Burn Test (For Experts):
Carefully burn a small hidden thread (only if safe to do). Linen burns like paper (plant-based), producing light gray ash and a smell similar to burning grass. Synthetic fibers typically melt and form hard beads.
Check the Label and Certifications:
Reliable suppliers label their fabrics accurately. Look for certifications such as OEKO-TEX, European Flax, or Masters of Linen, which support product authenticity.
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