Linen Shrinkage: How to prevent it?

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    Linen is a natural fiber and may shrink 3-7%. We recommend dry cleaning to maintain dimensions.

    Linen curtain help

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    Linen works best when you line up drape, privacy, and room use before the final fabric choice.

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