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2. Linen - Wikipedia

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   Linen (/ ˈ l ɪ n ə n /) is a textile made from the fibers of the flax plant. Linen is very strong and absorbent and dries faster than cotton. Because of these properties, linen is comfortable to wear in hot weather and is valued for use in garments. Linen textiles can be made from flax plant fiber, yarn, as well as woven and knitted.

3. Textile manufacturing by pre-industrial methods - Wikipedia

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   Natural vegetable fibres include cotton, linen, jute and hemp. Animal protein fibres include wool and silk. Man-made fibres (made by industrial processes) including nylon, polyester will be used in some hobbies and handicrafts and in the developed world. Almost all commercial textiles are produced by industrial methods. Textiles are still ...

4. Linens - Wikipedia

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   Cleaning household linens is done as appropriate to the type of cloth. Household linens are most likely to have stains from organic sources such as food, blood, and soil. If the linens are made of natural fibres such as linen or cotton, the cloth will need to be rinsed as soon as possible in cold water to prevent the stain from becoming permanent.

5. Glossary of textile manufacturing - Wikipedia

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   It is usually made from either wool, wool and cotton, or wool and synthetic fabric. flax Flax fiber is soft, lustrous and flexible. It is stronger than cotton fiber but less elastic. The best grades are used for linen fabrics such as damasks, lace and sheeting. Coarser grades are used for the manufacturing of twine and rope. frieze

6. Clothing material - Wikipedia

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   The other natural fibers used for the yarn were flax , silk, and cotton. [1] Earliest indications of linen use come from Ancient Egypt, silk production originated in China (according to a legend, 5000 years ago). Deuteronomy contains a prohibition on mixing wool and linen in clothing material. [4]

7. Hygiene tips for hot weather: Take warm showers, wear wool ...

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   The right socks go a long way — James McGuire, DPM, recommends merino wool or synthetic fabrics such as polyester or nylon. Wool in the summer might sound counterintuitive but the fabric is ...