10 good reasons
to use linen

1. Growing flax is good for the climate and the environment

Cultivation of flax proves to have a positive effect on biodiversity. The flax plant can be grown even in poor soil with little nutritients and helps to retain CO2 in the soil, as much as 3.7 tonnes per hectare.

2. The flax plant is one of the most sustainable plant fibers to grow

Flax is a renewable resource and it is a fast-growing plant where the whole plant can be used. The plant needs very little water, often rainwater is sufficient. The flax plant is also generally resistant to pests and diseases, so little or no pesticides are required.

3. Linen is biologically degradable

As long as the fabrics are untreated and undyed, or dyed with environmentally friendly substances, linen can be safely broken down in nature.

4. Linen is very durable

Linen has a high tensile strength, even stronger when wet, and withstands more wear and tear than, for example, cotton. This makes linen very hard-wearing and durable, and that linen clothing and interior textiles are often inherited.

5. Linen only gets better with age

As linen clothes are worn, the fibers will become softer, and the clothes will also get less wrinkled. This means that linen only gets better over the years.

6. Linen has good temperature-regulating properties

Linen is highly breathable and quick-drying, which means that linen clothes stay cool on hot days and warm on cold days.

7. Linen is naturally antibacterial

Linen has antibacterial properties and will therefore stay fresh longer and can often just be aired out rather than washed, and can be washed at lower temperatures.

8. Linen is hypoallergenic

Linen does not generate fluff, and is great for asthmatics and allergy sufferers. Due to its antibacterial and temperature-regulating properties, linen is also good for atopics and those with sensitive skin. A great choice for allergy-friendly bedding.

9. Linen absorbs a lot of moisture and at the same time is very quick drying

This makes linen the best choice for towels and cloths, as they have good absorbent properties and at the same time do not become acidic as quickly as cotton towels.

10. Flax cultivation safeguards long craft traditions

Flax is one of the oldest fibers to be used in textiles and has a long history both in Europe, Africa and Asia. By continuing to choose linen for clothing and interior textiles, we are safeguarding long textile traditions.