{"id":6356,"date":"2022-10-21T13:28:51","date_gmt":"2022-10-21T13:28:51","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/quiltnco.com\/?p=6356"},"modified":"2024-10-28T16:26:48","modified_gmt":"2024-10-28T15:26:48","slug":"does-linen-shrink","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/does-linen-shrink\/","title":{"rendered":"Does Linen Shrink?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/does-linen-shrink\/#What_Is_Linen\" >What Is Linen?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/does-linen-shrink\/#Why_Does_Linen_Shrink\" >Why Does Linen Shrink?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/does-linen-shrink\/#How_Much_Does_Linen_Shrink\" >How Much Does Linen Shrink?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/does-linen-shrink\/#Can_You_Wash_Linen_Without_Shrinking_It\" >Can You Wash Linen Without Shrinking It?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/does-linen-shrink\/#Does_Linen_Shrink_When_Washed_In_Cold_Water\" >Does Linen Shrink When Washed In Cold Water?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/does-linen-shrink\/#Does_Linen_Shrink_When_Dry_Cleaned\" >Does Linen Shrink When Dry Cleaned?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/does-linen-shrink\/#How_To_Prevent_Linen_From_Shrinking_In_The_Dryer\" >How To Prevent Linen From Shrinking In The Dryer?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/does-linen-shrink\/#Can_Linen_Shrink_More_Than_Once\" >Can Linen Shrink More Than Once?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/does-linen-shrink\/#Quick_Tutorial\" >Quick Tutorial<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/does-linen-shrink\/#How_To_Shrink_Linens\" >How To Shrink Linens?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/does-linen-shrink\/#Does_Linen_Shrink_More_Than_Cotton\" >Does Linen Shrink More Than Cotton?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/does-linen-shrink\/#Does_Linen_And_Rayon_Blend_Shrink\" >Does Linen And Rayon Blend Shrink?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/does-linen-shrink\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Yes. Linen is prone when exposed to moisture and high temperatures. When you expose linen to heat and moisture, it can completely break down and become unusable. So, how do you care for this fabric?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here we\u2019ll go over the different ways you can prevent linen from shrinking. As well as how you can properly wash this fabric without destroying it. Let\u2019s dive in!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"gspb_heading-id-gsbp-1a882930-be0e\" class=\"gspb_heading gspb_heading-id-gsbp-1a882930-be0e \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Linen\"><\/span><span class=\"gspb_heading_highlight gspb-inview-active\">What Is Linen?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Linen fabric comes from the stalks of flax plants. This plant is one of the oldest plants known to human history. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Linen is a natural fiber similar to cotton, but it takes longer to produce because flax is harder to harvest. Flax also needs to be stored longer for it to soften. Linen is known for its durability and strength.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is a versatile fabric that can be used in many ways. One of its most profound features is how absorbent it is. It\u2019s capable of absorbing up to 20% of its own weight making. This is one of the primary reasons that linen is used in sportswear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"gspb_heading-id-gsbp-b83fd103-a92e\" class=\"gspb_heading gspb_heading-id-gsbp-b83fd103-a92e \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Does_Linen_Shrink\"><\/span><span class=\"gspb_heading_highlight gspb-inview-active\">Why Does Linen Shrink?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Linen shrinks because of how it\u2019s made. Flax plant fibers are stretched to create linen. When these fabrics are exposed to water, they shrink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Linen shrinks because the high temperatures of water cause the fibers to relax and return to their original size. This gives the illusion that it\u2019s shrinking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the reasons linen is susceptible to shrinkage is that plant fibers are more susceptible to shrinkage and high water temperatures than animal fibers such as wool. \u2018<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Linen will shrink in both hot water and cold water. But it will experience greater shrinkage in the hot water than in the cold water. This is mainly because the hot water relaxes the fibers much more than cold water does.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"569\" src=\"https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/How-Much-Does-Linen-Shrink-1024x569.jpg\" alt=\"How Much Does Linen Shrink?\" class=\"wp-image-12946\" srcset=\"https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/How-Much-Does-Linen-Shrink-1024x569.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/How-Much-Does-Linen-Shrink-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/How-Much-Does-Linen-Shrink-767x426.jpg 767w, https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/How-Much-Does-Linen-Shrink-1536x853.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/How-Much-Does-Linen-Shrink-2048x1138.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/How-Much-Does-Linen-Shrink-270x150.jpg 270w, https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/How-Much-Does-Linen-Shrink-100x56.jpg 100w, https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/How-Much-Does-Linen-Shrink-630x350.jpg 630w, https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/How-Much-Does-Linen-Shrink-788x437.jpg 788w, https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/How-Much-Does-Linen-Shrink.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"gspb_heading-id-gsbp-adb857a6-4a3e\" class=\"gspb_heading gspb_heading-id-gsbp-adb857a6-4a3e \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Does_Linen_Shrink\"><\/span><span class=\"gspb_heading_highlight gspb-inview-active\">How Much Does Linen Shrink?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The severity of Linen shrinkage depends on the kind of linen you have. On average, linen shrinks around 3% to 4%. In some cases, linen can shrink up to 10% after washing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In most cases, if linen is not pre-washed, it can shrink between 10% and 15% after the first wash. To prevent this level of shrinkage \u2013 look for linen clothes or material that is pre-washed. This will keep the shrinkage to a minimal after the first wash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t be mistaken, linen does not only shrink after washing, but it can shrink after drying as well. At high temperatures, linen can shrink up to 10%. The higher the drying temperature the more that the linen will shrink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To avoid shrinkage while drying, it\u2019s best to dry on low heat or no heat. This will keep the fibers stretched out and won\u2019t cause them to relax and shrink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"gspb_heading-id-gsbp-2b82e889-8fa8\" class=\"gspb_heading gspb_heading-id-gsbp-2b82e889-8fa8 \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_You_Wash_Linen_Without_Shrinking_It\"><\/span><span class=\"gspb_heading_highlight gspb-inview-active\">Can You Wash Linen Without Shrinking It?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since water causes linen to shrink, it is nearly impossible to wash it without some shrinkage. While you can\u2019t stop shrinkage completely, you can reduce the amount of shrinkage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a few things you can do to reduce the shrinkage when washing your linen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-iconlist gspb_iconsList gspb_iconsList-id-gsbp-e388d77d-162b\" id=\"gspb_iconsList-id-gsbp-e388d77d-162b\"><div class=\"gspb_iconsList__item\" data-id=\"0\"><svg class=\"\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 1024 1024\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path style=\"fill:#565D66\" d=\"M16 512c0 274 222 496 496 496s496-222 496-496-222-496-496-496-496 222-496 496zM912 512c0 221-179 400-400 400s-400-179-400-400 179-400 400-400 400 179 400 400zM533.8 252.2l242.8 242.8c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 34l-242.8 242.8c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-34 0l-39.2-39.2c-9.6-9.6-9.4-25 0.4-34.4l140.6-134.2h-321.6c-13.2 0-24-10.8-24-24v-56c0-13.2 10.8-24 24-24h321.6l-140.6-134.2c-9.8-9.4-10-24.8-0.4-34.4l39.2-39.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 34 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"gspb_iconsList__item__text\">Use cold water over warm water.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gspb_iconsList__item\" data-id=\"1\"><svg class=\"\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 1024 1024\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path style=\"fill:#565D66\" d=\"M16 512c0 274 222 496 496 496s496-222 496-496-222-496-496-496-496 222-496 496zM912 512c0 221-179 400-400 400s-400-179-400-400 179-400 400-400 400 179 400 400zM533.8 252.2l242.8 242.8c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 34l-242.8 242.8c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-34 0l-39.2-39.2c-9.6-9.6-9.4-25 0.4-34.4l140.6-134.2h-321.6c-13.2 0-24-10.8-24-24v-56c0-13.2 10.8-24 24-24h321.6l-140.6-134.2c-9.8-9.4-10-24.8-0.4-34.4l39.2-39.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 34 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"gspb_iconsList__item__text\">Purchase pre-washed linen fabric.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gspb_iconsList__item\" data-id=\"2\"><svg class=\"\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 1024 1024\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path style=\"fill:#565D66\" d=\"M16 512c0 274 222 496 496 496s496-222 496-496-222-496-496-496-496 222-496 496zM912 512c0 221-179 400-400 400s-400-179-400-400 179-400 400-400 400 179 400 400zM533.8 252.2l242.8 242.8c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 34l-242.8 242.8c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-34 0l-39.2-39.2c-9.6-9.6-9.4-25 0.4-34.4l140.6-134.2h-321.6c-13.2 0-24-10.8-24-24v-56c0-13.2 10.8-24 24-24h321.6l-140.6-134.2c-9.8-9.4-10-24.8-0.4-34.4l39.2-39.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 34 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"gspb_iconsList__item__text\">Use the gentle cycle.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gspb_iconsList__item\" data-id=\"3\"><svg class=\"\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 1024 1024\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path style=\"fill:#565D66\" d=\"M16 512c0 274 222 496 496 496s496-222 496-496-222-496-496-496-496 222-496 496zM912 512c0 221-179 400-400 400s-400-179-400-400 179-400 400-400 400 179 400 400zM533.8 252.2l242.8 242.8c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 34l-242.8 242.8c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-34 0l-39.2-39.2c-9.6-9.6-9.4-25 0.4-34.4l140.6-134.2h-321.6c-13.2 0-24-10.8-24-24v-56c0-13.2 10.8-24 24-24h321.6l-140.6-134.2c-9.8-9.4-10-24.8-0.4-34.4l39.2-39.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 34 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"gspb_iconsList__item__text\">Do not overload the machine.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gspb_iconsList__item\" data-id=\"4\"><svg class=\"\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 1024 1024\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path style=\"fill:#565D66\" d=\"M16 512c0 274 222 496 496 496s496-222 496-496-222-496-496-496-496 222-496 496zM912 512c0 221-179 400-400 400s-400-179-400-400 179-400 400-400 400 179 400 400zM533.8 252.2l242.8 242.8c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 34l-242.8 242.8c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-34 0l-39.2-39.2c-9.6-9.6-9.4-25 0.4-34.4l140.6-134.2h-321.6c-13.2 0-24-10.8-24-24v-56c0-13.2 10.8-24 24-24h321.6l-140.6-134.2c-9.8-9.4-10-24.8-0.4-34.4l39.2-39.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 34 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"gspb_iconsList__item__text\">Use mild detergents.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gspb_iconsList__item\" data-id=\"5\"><svg class=\"\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 1024 1024\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path style=\"fill:#565D66\" d=\"M16 512c0 274 222 496 496 496s496-222 496-496-222-496-496-496-496 222-496 496zM912 512c0 221-179 400-400 400s-400-179-400-400 179-400 400-400 400 179 400 400zM533.8 252.2l242.8 242.8c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 34l-242.8 242.8c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-34 0l-39.2-39.2c-9.6-9.6-9.4-25 0.4-34.4l140.6-134.2h-321.6c-13.2 0-24-10.8-24-24v-56c0-13.2 10.8-24 24-24h321.6l-140.6-134.2c-9.8-9.4-10-24.8-0.4-34.4l39.2-39.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 34 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"gspb_iconsList__item__text\">Separate light-colored fabric vs. dark colored fabric.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>When washing linen in the washing machine, the steps above will help reduce the amount of shrinkage. To reduce shrinkage proper care needs to be taken when washing linen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"gspb_heading-id-gsbp-585c792e-4428\" class=\"gspb_heading gspb_heading-id-gsbp-585c792e-4428 \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Linen_Shrink_When_Washed_In_Cold_Water\"><\/span><span class=\"gspb_heading_highlight gspb-inview-active\">Does Linen Shrink When Washed In Cold Water?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, linen does experience some shrinkage using cold water. 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Most people assume that linen will not shrink when dry cleaned because it is not coming in direct contact with water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, this is not the case. Since linen is extremely absorbent, it absorbs the water from the steam. The absorbed water is hot and will cause the linen to shrink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When dry cleaning the shrinkage is mild compared to what you would experience with a traditional washer but there is still shrinkage nonetheless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"gspb_heading-id-gsbp-cdb815ef-aa14\" class=\"gspb_heading gspb_heading-id-gsbp-cdb815ef-aa14 \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Prevent_Linen_From_Shrinking_In_The_Dryer\"><\/span><span class=\"gspb_heading_highlight gspb-inview-active\">How To Prevent Linen From Shrinking In The Dryer?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although you can\u2019t prevent shrinkage when washing linen, you can do so when drying. The best way to prevent shrinkage when drying linen is to be careful with the amount of heat you use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the best results, dry linen without any heat or on the lowest heat option on the machine. It\u2019s also important to monitor the time your linen spends in the dryer. Overdrying the linen will cause linen to shrink. Remove the linen from the dryer as soon as it\u2019s dry to the touch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While there is no exact time that will produce the perfectly dried linen. It will depend on your dryer, heat level, and size of the load. The best way to monitor your linen in the dryer is to set the dryer in increments and continue checking the temperature of the linen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although this can be tedious it will produce the best results. Once you have an idea of the amount of time it takes to properly dry your linen you can repeat this process in the future. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s also important to note that hang drying linen is not recommended. Doing so will cause the linen to stretch. The weight of the water will pull the linen down and cause it to stretch. It\u2019s best to check the care instructions for your linen clothes before you decide on the drying option you want to use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"gspb_heading-id-gsbp-abef25f1-dc0c\" class=\"gspb_heading gspb_heading-id-gsbp-abef25f1-dc0c \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Linen_Shrink_More_Than_Once\"><\/span><span class=\"gspb_heading_highlight gspb-inview-active\">Can Linen Shrink More Than Once?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a common question for linen fabrics because we tend to use them every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, household items such as bed linens, curtains, tablecloths, and clothes are often linen. These products are used daily and require more frequent washing than other household fabrics. Due to the frequent washing, there is a misconception that the fabric will continue to shrink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s important to note that only a certain amount of shrinkage can occur on a single piece of fabric. Once the fibers shrink back to the original length, they will not shrink anymore. But after using it, it will stretch. After washing again, it will reshrink and return to its original state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pure linen improves its quality with frequent wash if correctly done. Your linens will be softer to touch. Linen items like this will continue shrinking if not washed and dried properly. But the good news is that you can put them back to its brand new size by rewashing it and ironing it well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the biggest issues with washing and shrinking linen multiple times is that over time this will put stress on the fibers. The stress on the fibers can cause the fibers to break. With time, this will destroy the fabric and it will become unusable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"gspb_heading-id-gsbp-9f4d7a89-62fb\" class=\"gspb_heading gspb_heading-id-gsbp-9f4d7a89-62fb \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Tutorial\"><\/span><span class=\"gspb_heading_highlight gspb-inview-active\">Quick Tutorial<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-video gs-video youtube gspb_video-id-gsbp-6aeaff12-8ba8\" id=\"gs-video-gsbp-6aeaff12-8ba8\"><div class=\"gs-video-wrapper\" itemscope><iframe class=\"gs-video-element\" data-src=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/neCIEXZEdB4\" data-provider=\"youtube\" data-autoplay=\"true\" data-playsinline=\"false\" data-controls=\"true\" data-loop=\"false\" data-mute=\"false\" data-overlay=\"true\" data-lightbox=\"true\" data-modestbranding=\"true\" data-suggested=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><div class=\"gs-video-overlay\" data-type=\"youtube\" 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style=\"border-color:#5619d1;\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/HowTo\"><div class=\"gspb-howto__title\"><div class=\"gspb-howto__line\" style=\"background-color:#5619d1;\"><\/div><div itemprop=\"name\" class=\"gspb-howto__heading\"><strong>How To Unshrink Linen?<\/strong><\/div><div class=\"gspb-howto__line\" style=\"background-color:#5619d1;\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gspb-howto__description\"><div itemprop=\"description\">If you are at the stage where you already shrunk your linen and you need to unshrink it, there are a few things you can do.<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"gspb-howtoitem__step\" itemprop=\"step\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/HowToStep\"><meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/does-linen-shrink\/#gspb-howid6a2224dd9b548step\" \/><div class=\"gspb-howtoitem__title\"><div class=\"gspb-howtoitem__heading\" itemprop=\"name\"><strong>Wash and then iron<\/strong><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gspb-howtoitem__content\"  itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/HowToDirection\"><div class=\"gspb-howtoitem__text\" itemprop=\"text\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-iconlist gspb_iconsList gspb_iconsList-id-gsbp-71af6bcc-10e7\" id=\"gspb_iconsList-id-gsbp-71af6bcc-10e7\"><div class=\"gspb_iconsList__item\" data-id=\"0\"><svg class=\"\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 1024 1024\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path style=\"fill:#565D66\" d=\"M512 16c274 0 496 222 496 496s-222 496-496 496-496-222-496-496 222-496 496-496zM739.8 478l-271-271c-18.8-18.8-49.2-18.8-67.8 0l-34 34c-18.8 18.8-18.8 49.2 0 67.8l203.2 203.2-203.2 203.2c-18.8 18.8-18.8 49.2 0 67.8l34 34c18.8 18.8 49.2 18.8 67.8 0l271-271c18.8-18.8 18.8-49.2 0-68z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"gspb_iconsList__item__text\">First, prepare a tub or sink and fill it with lukewarm water.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gspb_iconsList__item\" data-id=\"1\"><svg class=\"\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 1024 1024\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path style=\"fill:#565D66\" d=\"M512 16c274 0 496 222 496 496s-222 496-496 496-496-222-496-496 222-496 496-496zM739.8 478l-271-271c-18.8-18.8-49.2-18.8-67.8 0l-34 34c-18.8 18.8-18.8 49.2 0 67.8l203.2 203.2-203.2 203.2c-18.8 18.8-18.8 49.2 0 67.8l34 34c18.8 18.8 49.2 18.8 67.8 0l271-271c18.8-18.8 18.8-49.2 0-68z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"gspb_iconsList__item__text\">It\u2019s important that your water is not too hot or cold or else this can make the shrinkage even worse.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gspb_iconsList__item\" data-id=\"2\"><svg class=\"\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 1024 1024\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path style=\"fill:#565D66\" d=\"M512 16c274 0 496 222 496 496s-222 496-496 496-496-222-496-496 222-496 496-496zM739.8 478l-271-271c-18.8-18.8-49.2-18.8-67.8 0l-34 34c-18.8 18.8-18.8 49.2 0 67.8l203.2 203.2-203.2 203.2c-18.8 18.8-18.8 49.2 0 67.8l34 34c18.8 18.8 49.2 18.8 67.8 0l271-271c18.8-18.8 18.8-49.2 0-68z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"gspb_iconsList__item__text\">Add a few tablespoons of mild shampoo into the tub and soak the fabric for 10-30 minutes.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gspb_iconsList__item\" data-id=\"3\"><svg class=\"\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 1024 1024\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path style=\"fill:#565D66\" d=\"M512 16c274 0 496 222 496 496s-222 496-496 496-496-222-496-496 222-496 496-496zM739.8 478l-271-271c-18.8-18.8-49.2-18.8-67.8 0l-34 34c-18.8 18.8-18.8 49.2 0 67.8l203.2 203.2-203.2 203.2c-18.8 18.8-18.8 49.2 0 67.8l34 34c18.8 18.8 49.2 18.8 67.8 0l271-271c18.8-18.8 18.8-49.2 0-68z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"gspb_iconsList__item__text\">Do not over soak it because that will do more damage than good to your linen.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gspb_iconsList__item\" data-id=\"4\"><svg class=\"\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 1024 1024\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path style=\"fill:#565D66\" d=\"M512 16c274 0 496 222 496 496s-222 496-496 496-496-222-496-496 222-496 496-496zM739.8 478l-271-271c-18.8-18.8-49.2-18.8-67.8 0l-34 34c-18.8 18.8-18.8 49.2 0 67.8l203.2 203.2-203.2 203.2c-18.8 18.8-18.8 49.2 0 67.8l34 34c18.8 18.8 49.2 18.8 67.8 0l271-271c18.8-18.8 18.8-49.2 0-68z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"gspb_iconsList__item__text\">Rinse the fabric afterward and gently squeeze; you can also use a towel and flatten the material on it, then roll them together until it\u2019s damp.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gspb_iconsList__item\" data-id=\"5\"><svg class=\"\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 1024 1024\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path style=\"fill:#565D66\" d=\"M512 16c274 0 496 222 496 496s-222 496-496 496-496-222-496-496 222-496 496-496zM739.8 478l-271-271c-18.8-18.8-49.2-18.8-67.8 0l-34 34c-18.8 18.8-18.8 49.2 0 67.8l203.2 203.2-203.2 203.2c-18.8 18.8-18.8 49.2 0 67.8l34 34c18.8 18.8 49.2 18.8 67.8 0l271-271c18.8-18.8 18.8-49.2 0-68z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"gspb_iconsList__item__text\">After the fabric is damp enough, unroll it and leave it flat stretched out to dry.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gspb_iconsList__item\" data-id=\"6\"><svg class=\"\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 1024 1024\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path style=\"fill:#565D66\" d=\"M512 16c274 0 496 222 496 496s-222 496-496 496-496-222-496-496 222-496 496-496zM739.8 478l-271-271c-18.8-18.8-49.2-18.8-67.8 0l-34 34c-18.8 18.8-18.8 49.2 0 67.8l203.2 203.2-203.2 203.2c-18.8 18.8-18.8 49.2 0 67.8l34 34c18.8 18.8 49.2 18.8 67.8 0l271-271c18.8-18.8 18.8-49.2 0-68z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"gspb_iconsList__item__text\">Hand the piece of clothing and let it air dry for 15 to 20 minutes.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gspb_iconsList__item\" data-id=\"7\"><svg class=\"\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 1024 1024\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path style=\"fill:#565D66\" d=\"M512 16c274 0 496 222 496 496s-222 496-496 496-496-222-496-496 222-496 496-496zM739.8 478l-271-271c-18.8-18.8-49.2-18.8-67.8 0l-34 34c-18.8 18.8-18.8 49.2 0 67.8l203.2 203.2-203.2 203.2c-18.8 18.8-18.8 49.2 0 67.8l34 34c18.8 18.8 49.2 18.8 67.8 0l271-271c18.8-18.8 18.8-49.2 0-68z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"gspb_iconsList__item__text\">While the fabric is still wet, lay the linen on an ironing board and start ironing from the center moving outwards.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gspb_iconsList__item\" data-id=\"8\"><svg class=\"\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 1024 1024\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path style=\"fill:#565D66\" d=\"M512 16c274 0 496 222 496 496s-222 496-496 496-496-222-496-496 222-496 496-496zM739.8 478l-271-271c-18.8-18.8-49.2-18.8-67.8 0l-34 34c-18.8 18.8-18.8 49.2 0 67.8l203.2 203.2-203.2 203.2c-18.8 18.8-18.8 49.2 0 67.8l34 34c18.8 18.8 49.2 18.8 67.8 0l271-271c18.8-18.8 18.8-49.2 0-68z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"gspb_iconsList__item__text\">The outward motion will help stretch out the linen.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gspb-howtoitem__step\" itemprop=\"step\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/HowToStep\"><meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/quiltnco.com\/en\/does-linen-shrink\/#gspb-howid6a2224dd9b64fstep\" \/><div class=\"gspb-howtoitem__title\"><div class=\"gspb-howtoitem__heading\" itemprop=\"name\"><strong>Using Spray Bottle<\/strong><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gspb-howtoitem__content\"  itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/HowToDirection\"><div class=\"gspb-howtoitem__text\" itemprop=\"text\">\n\n<p>If you are short on time, this is a better method.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-iconlist gspb_iconsList gspb_iconsList-id-gsbp-3dd9f5e8-f4e0\" id=\"gspb_iconsList-id-gsbp-3dd9f5e8-f4e0\"><div class=\"gspb_iconsList__item\" data-id=\"0\"><svg class=\"\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 1024 1024\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path style=\"fill:#565D66\" d=\"M512 16c274 0 496 222 496 496s-222 496-496 496-496-222-496-496 222-496 496-496zM739.8 478l-271-271c-18.8-18.8-49.2-18.8-67.8 0l-34 34c-18.8 18.8-18.8 49.2 0 67.8l203.2 203.2-203.2 203.2c-18.8 18.8-18.8 49.2 0 67.8l34 34c18.8 18.8 49.2 18.8 67.8 0l271-271c18.8-18.8 18.8-49.2 0-68z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"gspb_iconsList__item__text\">Layout the linen fabric on an ironing board or flat surface.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gspb_iconsList__item\" data-id=\"1\"><svg class=\"\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 1024 1024\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path style=\"fill:#565D66\" d=\"M512 16c274 0 496 222 496 496s-222 496-496 496-496-222-496-496 222-496 496-496zM739.8 478l-271-271c-18.8-18.8-49.2-18.8-67.8 0l-34 34c-18.8 18.8-18.8 49.2 0 67.8l203.2 203.2-203.2 203.2c-18.8 18.8-18.8 49.2 0 67.8l34 34c18.8 18.8 49.2 18.8 67.8 0l271-271c18.8-18.8 18.8-49.2 0-68z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"gspb_iconsList__item__text\">Using a spray bottle with lukewarm water, lightly spray the linen as you iron.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gspb_iconsList__item\" data-id=\"2\"><svg class=\"\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 1024 1024\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path style=\"fill:#565D66\" d=\"M512 16c274 0 496 222 496 496s-222 496-496 496-496-222-496-496 222-496 496-496zM739.8 478l-271-271c-18.8-18.8-49.2-18.8-67.8 0l-34 34c-18.8 18.8-18.8 49.2 0 67.8l203.2 203.2-203.2 203.2c-18.8 18.8-18.8 49.2 0 67.8l34 34c18.8 18.8 49.2 18.8 67.8 0l271-271c18.8-18.8 18.8-49.2 0-68z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"gspb_iconsList__item__text\">Starting at the center of the fabric, iron outwards to stretch out the fabric. Repeat this process for the entire fabric.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"gspb_heading-id-gsbp-cdfd7b99-d5d2\" class=\"gspb_heading gspb_heading-id-gsbp-cdfd7b99-d5d2 \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Shrink_Linens\"><\/span><span class=\"gspb_heading_highlight gspb-inview-active\">How To Shrink Linens?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to shrink linen on purpose there are a few easy steps you can follow<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-iconlist gspb_iconsList gspb_iconsList-id-gsbp-21c183bd-8bb4\" id=\"gspb_iconsList-id-gsbp-21c183bd-8bb4\"><div class=\"gspb_iconsList__item\" data-id=\"0\"><svg class=\"\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 1024 1024\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path style=\"fill:#565D66\" d=\"M16 512c0 274 222 496 496 496s496-222 496-496-222-496-496-496-496 222-496 496zM912 512c0 221-179 400-400 400s-400-179-400-400 179-400 400-400 400 179 400 400zM533.8 252.2l242.8 242.8c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 34l-242.8 242.8c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-34 0l-39.2-39.2c-9.6-9.6-9.4-25 0.4-34.4l140.6-134.2h-321.6c-13.2 0-24-10.8-24-24v-56c0-13.2 10.8-24 24-24h321.6l-140.6-134.2c-9.8-9.4-10-24.8-0.4-34.4l39.2-39.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 34 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"gspb_iconsList__item__text\">Wash on high heat\u00a0<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gspb_iconsList__item\" data-id=\"1\"><svg class=\"\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 1024 1024\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path style=\"fill:#565D66\" d=\"M16 512c0 274 222 496 496 496s496-222 496-496-222-496-496-496-496 222-496 496zM912 512c0 221-179 400-400 400s-400-179-400-400 179-400 400-400 400 179 400 400zM533.8 252.2l242.8 242.8c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 34l-242.8 242.8c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-34 0l-39.2-39.2c-9.6-9.6-9.4-25 0.4-34.4l140.6-134.2h-321.6c-13.2 0-24-10.8-24-24v-56c0-13.2 10.8-24 24-24h321.6l-140.6-134.2c-9.8-9.4-10-24.8-0.4-34.4l39.2-39.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 34 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"gspb_iconsList__item__text\">Dry on medium or high heat<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This is easy if you have a washer and dryer. If you don\u2019t have those at your exposal.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can boil some water and place the silk inside once it\u2019s boiling. When doing this method keep track of time. Overboiling your silk can cause permanent damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Drying is a bit more difficult to do without a machine. First, you can start by hanging it to dry out in the sun. To add finishing touches use a blow dryer to add finishing touches.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"gspb_heading-id-gsbp-8b0aef2d-3b00\" class=\"gspb_heading gspb_heading-id-gsbp-8b0aef2d-3b00 \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Linen_Shrink_More_Than_Cotton\"><\/span><span class=\"gspb_heading_highlight gspb-inview-active\">Does Linen Shrink More Than Cotton?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The extent of fabric shrinking comparison may depend on what cotton you are using. Pure cotton shrinks just as much as linen.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Manufacturers usually blend cotton and synthetic fibers like rayon or polyester and these blends shrink differently. Just like linen, the manufacturing process of cotton stresses the thread, when the heat is applied to the material it will return to its natural form thus making the fabric shrink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This phenomenon is also known as relaxation shrinkage. Some linen producers pre-shrink their cotton to lessen the possibility of shrinking. This works most effectively when fabric owners follow the care specifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They can also prevent this by pre-washing cotton or linen in cold water either through hand washing or gentle machine wash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"gspb_heading-id-gsbp-d3f5e6f8-ee7b\" class=\"gspb_heading gspb_heading-id-gsbp-d3f5e6f8-ee7b \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Linen_And_Rayon_Blend_Shrink\"><\/span><span class=\"gspb_heading_highlight gspb-inview-active\">Does Linen And Rayon Blend Shrink?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, linen and rayon blends shrink. Both these materials alone are prone to significant shrinkage. Linen will shrink in both cold water and hot water. Although shrinkage is more pronounced in hot water there is some shrinkage during cold water as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rayon is very prone to shrinkage as well, more so than linen. To prevent a rayon and linen blend from shrinking you should:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-iconlist gspb_iconsList gspb_iconsList-id-gsbp-a275f498-d925\" id=\"gspb_iconsList-id-gsbp-a275f498-d925\"><div class=\"gspb_iconsList__item\" data-id=\"0\"><svg class=\"\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 1024 1024\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path style=\"fill:#565D66\" d=\"M16 512c0 274 222 496 496 496s496-222 496-496-222-496-496-496-496 222-496 496zM912 512c0 221-179 400-400 400s-400-179-400-400 179-400 400-400 400 179 400 400zM533.8 252.2l242.8 242.8c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 34l-242.8 242.8c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-34 0l-39.2-39.2c-9.6-9.6-9.4-25 0.4-34.4l140.6-134.2h-321.6c-13.2 0-24-10.8-24-24v-56c0-13.2 10.8-24 24-24h321.6l-140.6-134.2c-9.8-9.4-10-24.8-0.4-34.4l39.2-39.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 34 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"gspb_iconsList__item__text\">Wash it in cold water<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gspb_iconsList__item\" data-id=\"1\"><svg class=\"\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 1024 1024\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path style=\"fill:#565D66\" d=\"M16 512c0 274 222 496 496 496s496-222 496-496-222-496-496-496-496 222-496 496zM912 512c0 221-179 400-400 400s-400-179-400-400 179-400 400-400 400 179 400 400zM533.8 252.2l242.8 242.8c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 34l-242.8 242.8c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-34 0l-39.2-39.2c-9.6-9.6-9.4-25 0.4-34.4l140.6-134.2h-321.6c-13.2 0-24-10.8-24-24v-56c0-13.2 10.8-24 24-24h321.6l-140.6-134.2c-9.8-9.4-10-24.8-0.4-34.4l39.2-39.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 34 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"gspb_iconsList__item__text\">Use the gentle cycle<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gspb_iconsList__item\" data-id=\"2\"><svg class=\"\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 1024 1024\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path style=\"fill:#565D66\" d=\"M16 512c0 274 222 496 496 496s496-222 496-496-222-496-496-496-496 222-496 496zM912 512c0 221-179 400-400 400s-400-179-400-400 179-400 400-400 400 179 400 400zM533.8 252.2l242.8 242.8c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 34l-242.8 242.8c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-34 0l-39.2-39.2c-9.6-9.6-9.4-25 0.4-34.4l140.6-134.2h-321.6c-13.2 0-24-10.8-24-24v-56c0-13.2 10.8-24 24-24h321.6l-140.6-134.2c-9.8-9.4-10-24.8-0.4-34.4l39.2-39.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 34 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"gspb_iconsList__item__text\">Keep load size to a minimal<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gspb_iconsList__item\" data-id=\"3\"><svg class=\"\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 1024 1024\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path style=\"fill:#565D66\" d=\"M16 512c0 274 222 496 496 496s496-222 496-496-222-496-496-496-496 222-496 496zM912 512c0 221-179 400-400 400s-400-179-400-400 179-400 400-400 400 179 400 400zM533.8 252.2l242.8 242.8c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 34l-242.8 242.8c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-34 0l-39.2-39.2c-9.6-9.6-9.4-25 0.4-34.4l140.6-134.2h-321.6c-13.2 0-24-10.8-24-24v-56c0-13.2 10.8-24 24-24h321.6l-140.6-134.2c-9.8-9.4-10-24.8-0.4-34.4l39.2-39.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 34 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"gspb_iconsList__item__text\">Air dry fabric and avoid hanging for a long period or the fabric will stretch.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>As an alternative, you can also dry clean a rayon-linen blend. While dry-cleaning may cause linen to shrink, rayon performs very well under dry cleaning conditions and it produces minimal shrinkage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"gspb_heading-id-gsbp-07de95a3-8310\" class=\"gspb_heading gspb_heading-id-gsbp-07de95a3-8310 \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><span class=\"gspb_heading_highlight gspb-inview-active\">Conclusion<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Maintaining your linen fabric is tedious.&nbsp; Without the extra care to care for your linens they won\u2019t last. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, you will learn exactly how to avoid shrinking your linen.&nbsp;Use this information to extend the life of your linen.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Yes. Linen is prone when exposed to moisture and high temperatures. When you expose linen to heat and moisture, it can completely break down and become unusable. So, how do you care for this fabric? 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