why are they called linen
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To quote Wikipedia: "Textiles in a linen weave texture, even when made of cotton, hemp and other non-flax fibers, are also loosely referred to as "linen"." It is used in this generic sense when referring to these tablecloths since there is no trace of natural fiber in them ;-)
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that is an old fashion term for napkins, tableclothes etc not that they are made fromlinen but many of they were a many, many years ago. So the term linen just stuck.
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Hi Karen. I've been using this product for a few months, and when I got your question, I went to check. I think this beeswax from Murray's would work well for your linen thread. I would say to give it a try, it's a great product!
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They are nice for not being linen. Personally, I would not use them for an elegant banquet though. No matter how nicely you flatten them out, you still see fold lines--not particularly classy.
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I'm not sure. To be honest I usually hand wash linens or take them to a professional cleaners.
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I found these in a restaurant in Dublin and after returning home to the States tracked them down here. I believe they are linen, they are certainly cotton. I use them as large napkins...the attraction for me was the "linen union" wording on them.
860278
These towels which work great, get better with each washing and are excellent for lint and streak-free glassware drying, are linen.
1115052
I recommend the linen -- it gets softer with every wash, keeps you cooler, and you don't slip around on them like you do on silk sheets.
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They are fabric (thicker than a sheet) you might need to throw it in the dryer before the first use to get the wrinkles out :)
380823
Not true white! Years ago it was call almond which is now called linen. A little lighter than almond, not as dark as bone.
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I don't know; nor have I ever heard of "ply" in reference to anything but toilet paper! But these are not flimsy sheets. They have a nice sturdy percale weave. They are not sateen, which usually is made with very fine threads, so while the thread count appears low, that is normal for the heavier weight thread used in traditional percale weave. If you are looking for soft, drape-y sheets, these are not the ones to buy! However I heartily disagree with the reviewers here who thought they are scratchy. These sheets are the epitome of an old-fashioned crisp white sheet, which was exactly what I was looking for!
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no. nice thickness for my needs. often iron linen and want no marks. so far, so good
1115053
Silk sheets would be hotter and slippery. Linen has a soft but nice rough feel and they breath.
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It's almost like a linen/cotton. Doesn't smell like plastic at all there's really no plastic on it
814202
It is definitely not shiny, it's a linen look with a thicker woven feel. Also washes very well! I got some in white and black and both are equal in materials and quality.
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I bleached mine and felt they were easier to clean than my 100% linen ones. These are my new faves.
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I don't know; nor have I ever heard of "ply" in reference to anything but toilet paper! But these are not flimsy sheets. They have a nice sturdy percale weave. They are not sateen, which usually is made with very fine threads, so while the thread count appears low, that is normal for the heavier weight thread used in traditional percale weave. If you are looking for soft, drape-y sheets, these are not the ones to buy! However I heartily disagree with the reviewers here who thought they are scratchy. These sheets are the epitome of an old-fashioned crisp white sheet, which was exactly what I was looking for! I don't know; nor have I ever heard of "ply" in reference to anything but toilet paper! But these are not flimsy sheets. They have a nice sturdy percale weave. They are not sateen, which usually is made with very fine threads, so while the thread count appears low, that is normal for the heavier weight thread used in traditional percale weave. If you are looking for soft, drape-y sheets, these are not the ones to buy! However I heartily disagree with the reviewers here who thought they are scratchy. These sheets are the epitome of an old-fashioned crisp white sheet, which was... » Read More I don't know; nor have I ever heard of "ply" in reference to anything but toilet paper! But these are not flimsy sheets. They have a nice sturdy percale weave. They are not sateen, which usually is made with very fine threads, so while the thread count appears low, that is normal for the heavier weight thread used in traditional percale weave. If you are looking for soft, drape-y sheets, these are not the ones to buy! However I heartily disagree with the reviewers here who thought they are scratchy. These sheets are the epitome of an old-fashioned crisp white sheet, which was exactly what I was looking for! « Show Less
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Washable fabrics are usually best washed before use, to remove any chemical residued used in the fabric's manufacture. Being a linen tablecloth, it is likely to get a bit wrinkled in a wash load and may need a touch with an iron when dry. I used the tablecolths that I bought straight out of the package (folds and all) because they were bought and used only as table covers for our business. Washed before use or not, I would think that the folds in the tablecloth could be removed with a light ironing. If you don't own an iron, sprinkle the tablecloth lightly with water and run through your clothes dryer and that should remove the folds as well. Washable fabrics are usually best washed before use, to remove any chemical residued used in the fabric's manufacture. Being a linen tablecloth, it is likely to get a bit wrinkled in a wash load and may need a touch with an iron when dry. I used the tablecolths that I bought straight out of the package (folds and all) because they were bought and used only as table covers for our business. Washed before use or not, I would think that the folds in the tablecloth could be removed with a light ironing. If you don't own an iron, sprinkle the tablecloth lightly with water and run through your... » Read More Washable fabrics are usually best washed before use, to remove any chemical residued used in the fabric's manufacture. Being a linen tablecloth, it is likely to get a bit wrinkled in a wash load and may need a touch with an iron when dry. I used the tablecolths that I bought straight out of the package (folds and all) because they were bought and used only as table covers for our business. Washed before use or not, I would think that the folds in the tablecloth could be removed with a light ironing. If you don't own an iron, sprinkle the tablecloth lightly with water and run through your clothes dryer and that should remove the folds as well. « Show Less