Archive for July, 2010

Yesterday we posted an entry on linen curtains, but being a company that strives to provide a wide selection of high-quality curtain fabrics at highly affordable prices, we thought we should also share with you some of our great alternative fabrics that offer the same linen look and texture:

Design: Sandridge
A striped linen-look available in 22 different styles

Design: Geneva Chocolate
A chain-stitch embroidered linen-look

Design: San Juan Chocolate Zenga
A jute scroll linen-look & texture

Design: Strathcona
A towel-embroidered slub linen-look
(Strathcona Stripe available in August 2010)

Design: San Juan Chocolate Zenga
A jute scroll linen-look & texture
(Available August 2010)

Design: Tangier Cream
A jute trim linen-look

Design: Zegna
A linen texture

If you’d like more information on any of these designs, or have any questions or feedback, visit: http://www.softlineonline.com.

It’s summertime and we thought it would only be appropriate to do an entry on *cue drum roll* linen curtains.

Linen curtains, as you would expect, are a popular option for many homes in countries where it’s bright and sunny for most of the year. Because of its cool and crisp look, linen fabric reflects the same characteristics in any room. Plus, linen fabric is noted as the fabric of luxury and it symbolizes comfort and elegance.

Here’s some great benefits of having linen curtains in your home:

• Doesn’t cause irritation or allergies when used in furnishings, curtains and clothing
• Provides protection against UV radiation
• Antibacterial and anti-fungal
• Highly durable
• Can keep your house warm in the winter and cool in the summer
• Absorbs moisture but never gives a wet impression
• After each wash, linen fabric curtains get stronger and enhances in texture
• It’s made from flax and uses fewer chemical fertilizers and pesticides than cotton