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How to Wash and Store Linen So It Lasts

How to wash, dry, fold, and store linen pieces so they soften with use and last longer.

GBy Glory & Co.
How to Wash and Store Linen So It Lasts

Linen gets better with use when it is cared for properly. It softens over time, breathes well, and brings natural texture to kitchens, bedrooms, and bathrooms.

Wash with mild detergent

Use cool or warm water and a gentle detergent. Skip heavy fabric softeners because they can coat fibers instead of helping them breathe.

Do not over-dry

Dry linen on low heat or line dry when possible. Remove it while slightly damp if you want fewer hard creases.

Fold loosely

Overly tight folding can create deep creases. Store linen in a dry place with room for air to move.

Use it often

Linen is not meant to sit untouched forever. Towels, napkins, throws, and bedding become more comfortable through regular use.

Linen care checklist

  • Wash gently.
  • Use mild detergent.
  • Dry on low or line dry.
  • Store fully dry.
  • Let natural wrinkles be part of the charm.

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