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Textile Research: Linen - Park and Oak Interior Design
We’re wrapping up summer here with a little homage to the season’s favorite fabric, linen. It’s made from the fibers of a flax plant and goes through multiple steps before being spun or woven into usable threads. It’s classic for summer due to its breathability and moisture wicking naturally anti microbial characteristics. It’s rich history dates back to ancient Egypt and its usage in mummification, ceremonial shrouds and even currency. After the Industrial Revolution, machinery expedited…