Linen is the best material after cotton for humid and tropical weather like in Indonesia. Are you taking proper care of your linen? Here are some tips for long-lasting linen care!
Linen is a flax-based textile, you can find linen for clothing such as used in shirts, pants, dresses, skirts, jackets, blazers, vests. Some linens are also used for housewares such as napkins, tablecloths, hand and kitchen towels, and even bath towels.
You can also find linen for bedding which can be used as pillowcases and sheets. Since linen is everywhere around us, it is important for us to take care of this fabric so that it will last for a long time. Here are some guidelines to take care of your linen fabric at home:
- Use the gentle cycle when washing machines. If washing by hand, make sure to wash gently (gentle swishing motion, without twisting or wringing the linen).
- Use lukewarm water when washing. Use water that is too cold or hot as it may cause the linen to shrink.
- Linen can hardly be ironed. Use a quality steam iron to iron linen.
- Use a handy steamer, power high without attachments for best results.
