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INTERIOR DÉCOR Styles and Trends

Textiles encompass fibre-based materials, including

fibres, yarns, filaments, threads, and fabric types.

he term “textiles” originates from the Latin word “textilis,” plants and silk from silkworms. Synthetic fibres, on the other
meaning “woven.” Today, it includes the materials used to hand, are manufactured.
Tmake fabrics and the fabrics themselves. In homes around the world, the perception of home textiles has
There are two main types of textiles: natural and synthetic. evolved. They are no longer just basics but have become a way for
Natural fibres come from plants and animals, such as cotton from people to express their style and preferences.

Cotton
Cotton is the most widely used fabric globally.
It’s estimated that over half of all clothing today
is made from the cotton plant’s soft, white fibre.
Cotton grows in many countries and can be
harvested annually. It thrives in warm, moist soil
with total sun exposure.

Linen
Linen, a natural fibre from flax plants, produces
one of the most durable fabrics. Its strength
and durability are due to its high fibre content,
creating a resistant barrier against bacteria and
mould. Linen has been popular for centuries
because it’s breathable, cool in summer, warm in
winter, easy to care for, and very soft. It was once
used as currency in Europe due to its high value.

Linen is highly versatile and used for towels,
tablecloths, and napkins because of its
absorbency. It’s an excellent choice for bed
sheets, staying cool in summer and warm in
winter.

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