How do we maintain the flax?

Linen doesn’t need much care, as quality linen is a durable material that lasts very well. However, there are a few things to keep in mind when washing or storing your favorite bedding.

How to wash it?

The linen can be washed in both an automatic washing machine and by hand, without running in water. If the linen gets damaged in the washing machine following the instructions below, it is very likely that it is of poor quality or has used chemicals.

1. Machine washing

  • Separate colored linens from light-colored ones. Avoid washing them with other materials, especially jeans, fluffy blouses, or towels.
  • Wash at temperatures below 40 degrees Celsius. Using high temperatures can cause the linen to shrink by up to 10%.
  • Use a delicate wash cycle (if available)
  • Use detergent for delicate fabrics or wool. Even baby detergent is recommended. Do not use bleach.

2. Hand washing

  • Soak the linen in lukewarm water with a mild detergent for 10-15 minutes.
  • Use gentle movements for washing; excessive rubbing, twisting, or stretching of the material is not necessary.
  • Rinse and hang to dry

Stain removal

The main rule to remove any stain from linen is to soak the material when it has stained. A long period with grease or other types of stain will cause the substance to absorb into the material and make the stain much harder to remove.
Some more difficult stains can be removed using a little baking powder and a splash of vinegar, then gently clean with lukewarm water.

Drying the linen

We recommend air drying the flax with a stretch and shake beforehand. When semi-dried, it is worth stretching them to make them as soft as possible for use.
Tumble drying can also be used, but please avoid high heat programs. After tumble drying, we also recommend ironing.

Ironing the linen

Part of flax’s charm is all the creases and its unripe appearance, which gives the feeling of a cozy and welcoming bed. If you’ve chosen to dry it naturally, it will look extremely comfortable.
If you still want to iron linen, use a medium iron temperature, low steam and preferably use a damp towel between the fabric and the iron.

Storing linen

Linen should be stored completely dry (not semi-damp). Natural fibers need to breathe; we recommend storing them in cool, dry places. Avoid storing in plastic bags; you can use an old pillowcase instead.
Take care of the linen, and it will stay with you for generations.