Lines in one direction only. Fine white slub lines run parallel down the length of this panel, spaced far enough apart that the beige ground still carries the cloth. Held up to a window, the weave is open enough to see daylight through.

• LINES IN ONE DIRECTION: Fine white slub lines run parallel down the length, spaced so the natural ground stays the main event rather than the stripe.

• PURE LINEN, MINIMALLY PROCESSED: Woven from flax and finished without heavy processing. New linen is crisp rather than soft; it is not intended to feel like brushed cotton, and it relaxes noticeably after the first few gentle washes.

• AIRY AND WIDE: 190 x 70 cm (74.8" x 27.6") through the woven panel, plus roughly 9 cm (3.5") of softly frayed edge at each end.

• HOW TO KEEP IT: Hand wash separately in cold water with a mild detergent. No bleach, no wringing. Press the water out with a towel and dry flat in the shade, away from tumble dryers and direct heat.

The beauty of linen, and what to expect

Tone, slub and weave shift a little between production runs. Neutral shades read differently in daylight, indoor light and on a screen. A little loose fiber in the first weeks is normal and settles down. While the cloth is still slightly damp, work it gently with your hands to help the fiber bundles relax.

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