Linen is the fiber of the linen plant, Linum usitatissimum, of the Linaceae family. The work required to transform the plant into linen fabrics is arduous, but clothing made with this material can absorb up to 20% of water without feeling damp, since it is composed primarily of cellulose. They are very cool clothes, because they absorb heat very well. It is hygroscopic, that is, it absorbs sweat well without adhering to the body and evaporates water quickly, making it feel like a fresh garment.
This material does not allow bacteria to grow, so it is used to make the inside of shoes. It is a preferred material for making paints because of its hardness and durability. Linen decoration turns out to be one of the successes that remains at the forefront in different styles, since it is very versatile and allows you to obtain excellent results in decorating your home.
Linen has a series of characteristics that position it as a privileged material. Linen textile has been used since ancient times and was known as the fabric of the nobles; for its excellent composition that provided elegance and distinction.
It has significant breathability properties and remains cool and dry to the touch, which makes it perfect for summer, as it reduces body temperature, promoting well-being and comfort.
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It is the first vegetable fiber that was accepted in the textile industry. Its use for fabric manufacturing is attested in Çatalhöyük, in present-day Turkey, around 7000 BC. C. The cultivation of the plant goes back to Egypt until the IV century BC. C. Egyptian mummies used to be wrapped in linen fabrics.
