Linen

A good collection of linen is the mainstay of every home décor. There are a lot of different fabrics that offer a plethora of styles that are sure to reflect your personality. Most of us take our homes very seriously and we like to express ourselves though design and choice elements that make a house a home. Finding the right choice of linen that communicates who you are is a daunting task. Keeping the valuable cloth in mint condition is a challenge as well.

There is nothing more aggravating than the concept of finding the perfect linen that matches your ideal décor only to find that it is quickly ruined during the very first washing. There are many things that can go horribly wrong when washing delicate and even not-so-delicate fabrics. One way to avoid ruining your linen fabrics is to simply read the label.

The good news about linen is that it really fairs well with washing because it becomes softer and more comfortable the more that it is washed and ironed. I have found the older fabrics to be my favorite because they have “been through the ringer” enough times to be perfectly soft and fluffy. I equate it to a pair of jeans. Our favorite jeans are usually worn to the thread and are very hard to let go when they are too old.

Bleach can be a monster that literally eats through fabric. However, white linen can often stand up to regular bleach. It is a good idea to use color safe bleach on any fabrics that have color to avoid discoloration from bleach stains. I actually use color safe bleach on whites as well, just because it is so much nicer to your linen.

Drying your linen is like washing. You will find that the more you do the better it becomes. The only rules: Don’t ring and leave the linen a little damp for ironing. Yes. You have to iron. Ironing will leave the fabric crisp, dry and wrinkle-free. Following these few simple tips will help to keep your linens soft and comfy.