Linen fabric won the hearts of many. She is upholstered in sofas and chairs. Linen clothes are of high quality and simple beauty. Linen linens and pillows are sold in almost any textile store. What is the secret of such popularity?
Flax Benefits
The beneficial properties of this fabric have been known since ancient times. Thanks to science and mass production, linen products have become available to many, so they are happy to buy them. Here are the main reasons to buy a linen towel or bedding set.
- This is an antibacterial tissue that has the ability to suppress harmful microflora, fungi and the growth of bacteria.
- Hypoallergenicity.
- Not electrified.
- With proper care, linen products will not lose their shape.
- Linen linens boast a light massage effect due to the tiny roughness that is characteristic of this fabric.
- Relatively coarse tissue stimulates blood circulation and promotes relaxation.
- This breathable fabric is warm in winter and cool in summer (you will no longer have sweaty summer nights).
- Flax absorbs moisture well.
- Linen fabric is much stronger than cotton. She can not wear out till 20 years.
- Flax is environmentally friendly.
These benefits prove that linen is an ideal fabric for making bedding and pillows.
Linen pillowcases
When buying a pillowcase, which will be used for sleeping, you need to carefully study all its properties, because some of them can affect health. These include breathability, dust mite resistance and antimicrobial effect. Without a doubt, linen pillowcases outperform synthetic and even cotton ones.
For women, there is another positive aspect. Many cosmetologists advise regularly changing pillowcases - more often than the rest of the bedding. Thus, the face will always be on a clean surface, which will reduce the release of sebum. This is done to prevent or supplement acne treatment. Flax can withstand up to 300 washings, so you do not have to stock up on hundreds of pillowcases.
Linen-filled pillows
If possible, buy not just a linen pillowcase, but a full linen pillow. What does it consist of?
- Inside the pillow is stuffed with fluffy flax fibers. It is a soft, natural material, resistant to temperature extremes, moisture and moths.
- Next comes a thin elastic layer of needle-punched linen, which gives the pillow the desired shape. The name comes from the manufacturing technique: flax fibers are punched with special needles, as a result, pressed material is obtained. This is similar to the process of felting wool toys.
- The cover is made of dense linen fabric. If the pillow will be used for sleeping, you need to put on a pillowcase on top.
These eco-friendly, comfortable pillows are durable: if properly looked after, they will last for many years.
Decorative pillows
Flax differs not only in useful, but also in aesthetic qualities. Therefore, decorative pillows made of flax remain popular.
- any pattern or embroidery can be applied to linen, so it will not be difficult to find a suitable pillow for any interior;
- the fashion for Scandinavian interior and minimalism has not yet passed, so simple plain pillows remain in trend.
- design is not only the right combination of colors: materials play an equally important role (a wide range of linen fabrics will allow you to choose the right pillows from rough, rough fabric, soft or smooth).
How to care for flax pillows
Proper care will provide pillows a long life, and its owner - savings and comfort. Here's what you need to do:
- shake them every morning: this will restore air circulation inside the pillows, and they will stay fresh longer;
- once a month you need to ventilate them in a dry place, preferably not in the open sun;
- products should be washed once a year, using gentle mode: at a temperature of 40 degrees, without spin and without bleach;
- no need to iron them;
- unused pillows should preferably be covered.
At the moment, many textile stores sell linen pillows, and the demand for them is only growing. Reviews of flax pillows are mostly positive - it’s really hard to find flaws in them. Please your loved ones with safe and comfortable soft products!