Belgian Natural Linen And Its Role As A Fabric Of Choice

Belgian natural linen is a type of fabric that is made from flax and then transformed into linen after appropriate processing into fiber and thread. Linen, a popular fabric these days, has strength and durability greater than that of cotton. It is also chosen for a number of other properties, including its ability to take dyes well and respond to tailoring as needed. In addition, Belgian linen is a natural fiber that also breathes and has a higher absorbability.

Linen, including Belgian natural variety, is characterized by its matte finish and the capacity to absorb. If made into garments, it tends to work as a poor conductor of heat and will keep the wearer cool in summer and warm in winter. Like other natural fiber, it 'breathes' or allows air circulation.

Other properties that Belgian natural linen has:

> Strength of the linen fiber is stronger than that of cotton.

> Linen can be shape, or tailored as per specifications and lends itself well to different kinds of dyes.

> Like cotton, linen if used in garments, keeps the wearer feeling cool and comfortable.

> Linen has a high absorption factor.

> Linen adapts to different shapes and textures, if used in upholstering furniture, or for framing purposes.

> Linen tends to range from the colors gray to grayish-brown to off- white in its natural state.

> Belgian natural linen is also durable and washes well; it does not need very high maintenance or specific kind of handling.

> It responds well to dry cleaning as well; it does not disintegrate or lose its luster.

> Linen, because of its high adaptability, is the fabric of choice for lifestyle products like art objects, etc.

Using Belgian natural linen in lifestyle products

Because of its lack of a rayon-like sheen, linen appears to have a matte finish to its surface. This makes it an ideal medium to highlight or bring out the best in a particular object, for example the object of a picture frame. A frame that uses Belgian natural linen will, with a good combination of colors, bring to life the actual picture or photo held within. Unlike other fabrics with a pronounced texture or grain, linen can be an unobtrusive medium, used with great effect to highlight a centerpiece.

Natural Belgian linen is very popular in garments and other home décor products as well.

> Curtains and bed linen

> Decorating art objects, such as picture frames, wall panels, and even as a covering for household objects prone to dust

> Upholstering garden and cane chairs

> Upholstering couches and cushions

> Linen ages well upon extended use. This gives objects a unique finish, and one that finds favor with those who prefer earthy textures and tones.