New on the shelves at DekelDyes: Eco-Friendly, fair-trade, handwoven linen fabric. If you had our regular OEKOtex linen before, you will find this is about the same weight but much, much softer.
Linen is one of the most ancient cloths in the whole world.
- It is a very strong and durable material, that gets more and more beautiful over time.
- Linen protects the skin from ultraviolet rays.
- Linen is water-wicking and can absorb up to 20% of its weight in water.
- Linen is antibacterial and fungicidal and neutralizes bad odors.
Choosing handwoven linen supports our artisans in India, who continue their ancient craft and knowledge from generation to generation.
Tech Specs:
70-count linen thread
115 GSM
110 cm wide / 43.3 inch
Linen origin: Europe
Linen spun in India
Handwoven in India
Scour linen well before mordanting and dyeing. Mordanting should be with a cellulose compatible mordant like aluminium triformate or aluminium acetate.