Yarn Dyed Linen Fabric, Technics : Embroidery Work, Machine Made

* strength: flax is very strong and increases about 10% in strength when wet.
* elasticity: the inelasticity of flax helps to ensure that flax fabrics and garments retain their shape. The length and strength of the fibers prevent to some extent “bagginess and bottoming”, as the fabric of the garment is so inelastic that it will normally not yield on stretching.

* moisture absorbency and comfort: this is often noticeable with new wiping-up towels. Usually flax has a moisture content of 10% absorbing up to 20% before feeling damp. This good moisture absorbing up to 20% before feeling damp, good moisture absorbency makes flax a comfortable fiber, as perspiration is readily and quickly absorbed. Due to the good moisture absorbency of flax and its smooth fabric surfaces it is a comfortable fiber under most conditions.
* heat resistance: from good to very good heat conducting property of flax makes it the most heat resistant fiber in common use - so it is particularly suitable for e.g. Warm curtains and blinds. It is also regarded as a “cool” fiber; for the fibers will readily conduct away body heat, this is further enhanced by the smoothness of flax fabrics which allow maximum contact with the skin. Because flax is such a good conductor of heat it may be ironed with a hot iron. Damp or steam ironing assists greatly in ironing out stubborn wrinkles and creases.