The question
The coolest natural fibre in hot weather
LINatural · plant stem
When is linen the right choice?
QuestionCotton and fibres#1 BHR · Fibre laboratoryGinnery#2 Origin
Fibre from the stem of the flax plant: cellulose like cotton, but from the stem rather than the seed.
BHR · Fibre laboratoryGinnery#3 How it is made
The stalks are retted, then the fibres are separated from the woody core and combed.
BHR · Fibre laboratoryGinnery#4 Why it is good
- One of the strongest natural fibres
- Breathes superbly and dries quickly
- Gets softer with every wash
BHR · Fibre laboratoryGinnery#5 Limitations
- Creases heavily
- Has almost no stretch
Best for: Summer clothing; blended with cotton for cool knits
BHR · Fibre laboratoryGinnery#6 At BHR
In CO/linen yarn and knitted fabric.
Cotton and fibres
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