The natural flax fibers help to wick moisture away from the skin.

Linen clothes can be made from light to heavyweight woven fabrics and will wear well if handled correctly.

Mostlinen clothingwill shrink slightly when washed so consider that when you purchase clothes.

ironing board and linen clothes

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Some people prefer a crisp look, others a more relaxed, rumpled linen.

If you choose a crisp look, follow these tips for ironing linen clothes.

The same tips can be applied toironing linen tablecloths and napkins.

tools for ironing linen clothing

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you’re free to also use the steam setting.

Another option would be to place a cotton t-shirt between the linen and the iron.

Steaming iron is better than ironing linen because it is more gentle on the fabric.

using a pressing cloth to iron a linen shirt

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Not only that, steaming is also far quicker than ironing.

Before beginning, ensure the iron plate is clean and that the water reservoir is filled.

Also, check the suit’s care label to double-check you’re using the correct ironing temperature.

Iron the material in constant smooth motions, focusing on thicker areas, folds, collars, etc.

Once you’re done ironing, hang the linen suit in a flat, uncrowded space.

ensure it is completely dry before you wear it.