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Linen (Blend with (cotton, silk, rayon, nylon, elastane, modal, viscose,…
Linen
Blend with
cotton
silk
rayon
nylon
elastane
modal
viscose
tencel
polyester
acrylic
silk
Properties
smooth fibres = smooth fabric
shinier than cotton
dyes well
creases easily
needs frequent ironing
stronger than cotton
more expensive than cotton
very absorbent
good strength and durability
dries easily
Use
bed and bath fabrics
home and commercial furnishing item
apparel items
industrial products (Eg. sewing thread)
canvas
medium for embroidery
Environmental concerns
use of agricultural chemicals
n particular fertilisers and herbicides
extensive irrigation is not required
land use
can be produced organically
Classified as
natural fibres
plant- cellulose
is
a staple fibre
