Linen Fabric Manufacturers and Suppliers in Turkey

Linen fabric is woven from yarn spun from the fibers in the stem of the flax plant. This page is for buyers looking for linen and linen-blend woven fabric, from light shirting and dress fabrics to heavier pants fabrics. First comes the limit of the category, then what to ask when choosing a supplier.

What does the linen fabric category cover?

The list covers 100% linen weaves and linen weaves blended with cotton or viscose. In the market, cotton fabrics with a linen look are also loosely called “linen”, so ask for the composition as a percentage in the quote, not just the name. If you are looking for knitted linen, see knitted fabrics; for a finer cotton woven with a smoother surface, see poplin and shirting fabrics. The woven fabrics page gives the general framework.

When buying linen, ask about fiber percentage, origin and finishing

• Fiber origin and composition. According to the Alliance for European Flax-Linen & Hemp, three quarters of the world's long flax fiber production takes place in France, Belgium and the Netherlands. Origin affects both price and traceability, so ask for a document supporting the claimed origin.
• Weight and width. Have the GSM (g/m²) and the open width written down, together with the measuring conditions.
• Finishing. Is it washed, or has it had softening or anti-crease finishing? In a study on shirting linen, finishes had a negative effect on air permeability because of the shrinkage they caused in the fabric (Dalbaşı and Özçelik Kayseri, 2021). For summer products, ask for post-finishing values; measurements are in breathable summer fabrics.
• Shrinkage. Ask in writing for dimensional change after washing, stated with the product's care condition. Causes and remedies are in how to prevent fabric shrinkage.
• Fastness. Ask about rubbing and washing fastness, especially in dark colors.
• Yarn irregularity. Small thickness irregularities in linen yarn come from the natural structure of the fiber and can be considered part of the look. Fix the acceptance limit with an approved sample.
• MOQ, lead time, samples. Does the fabric come from stock, or will it be dyed? If dyeing is needed, the lot quantity per color and the lead time vary. Ask for a meter-length sample and a swatch card.

In linen, composition, yarn type and origin drive the price

Composition (pure linen or blend), yarn fineness and type, weave density and weight, finishing, dyeing and lot size set the price. The origin of the fiber, and whether it is documented, may also show in the price.

Have a linen sample washed and settle the creasing expectation

Ask for a washed sample of the same fabric and check size and appearance before cutting. Linen has low elasticity, so it creases easily; make sure your customer will accept this look. If necessary, say so on the label or the product page.