What is flax cloth?
Linen fabric is one of the oldest fabrics for clothing production and its use in the whole world has a long history. This fabric is made from linen fibers, and its fibers are obtained from the stem of a plant called flax, which is cultivated annually and has a maximum length of 120 cm and a diameter of 8.1 to 16.1 inches. The seeds of this plant are planted in May and June and it takes 3 months to grow. This plant needs cold, relatively humid and rainy weather for better growth. Most of the internal structure of the flax plant is made of cotton, but due to the presence of crystals in its structure, the physical properties of its fibers are different from cotton. Also, there are more non-cellulosic materials in linen fibers than in cotton fibers, and this impurity includes hemicellulose, fat, dyes, etc. Is. Linen fibers are soft and transparent, and the more fat is removed, the more transparent it becomes.
Types of flax fabrics
There are different types of linen fabric according to the production process and the compounds used during its production, and they can generally be categorized as follows. Linen fabric or cotton linen fabric This type of linen skirts are very similar to cotton fabrics, and its positive features include high resistance, long life, easy washing, and elasticity. But this fabric has the ability to wrinkle and erode. Cotton linen fabric A lot of thread is used in the production of this fabric, it has little sediment, the air flow passes through it well and it is compatible with the body skin. Paper linen fabric This fabric is a modified type of linen fabric in which different percentages of cotton, polyester and viscose are used. These fabrics are very light, have a beautiful appearance and a long life, they are easily wrinkled and their wrinkles are easily removed. Soap linen fabric This type of fabric is one of the highest quality subsets of linen fabric. Using this fabric can be a good choice in the hot season and tropical regions. This fabric dries very quickly, has a great ability to be dyed and designed, is very resistant and has a long life. Crystal linen cloth This type of fabric has a medium thickness and its stability has made it popular.
Flax fabric properties
In the continuation of the text, we will discuss some of the characteristics of linen fabric: Elasticity, which is one of the most important characteristics of linen fibers. Resistant to environmental damage such as corrosive insects, molds, fungi, rotting, heat, etc. Neutralization of acids or very high resistance to all types of acids Resistant to alkaline substances that are determined when washing. The influence of humidity or greater resistance of wet linen fabric than dry linen fabric Resistant to organic solvents that are usually used in dry cleaners to clean and stain clothes. Heat resistant up to about 120 degrees Celsius
Use of flax fabrics
Sewing the best clothes in the fashion, clothing and textile industry, especially pants, men's shirts and coats The use of linen additives in cigarette papers, writing paper and banknotes suture Sewing fabrics Fabrics worked with leather Production of towels, bags and paper towels Making decorative objects and tools Production of chair covers, curtains, sheets and all kinds of cushions
