There are four main types of linen with generally varying uses: Damask, plain-woven, loosely woven, and sheeting linen, all of which differ in how they are woven, but have a similar life cycle (Walls). Linen is a reliable fabric that lasts a long time if properly taken care of, which means that people do not have to replenish linens as much as ...

In this article, we’ll walk you through the life-cycle of linen fabrics used for clothes and bed covers. Then, we evaluate its sustainability, potential, and shortfalls. And in the end, we’ll show you tips for buying sustainable products made with linen fabrics.

The textile and garment industry has been an ardent follower of LCA methodology for evaluation of myriad of aspects and life cycle stages of end product right from fibre cultivation to yarn spinning, fabrication techniques until fabric processing, garment making and disposal at the end of the useful life of the product.

The life cycle of a clothing item consists of several key stages which start from raw material extraction and proceed to fabric manufacturing, clothing manufacturing, retailing, use and end of life stages (Eryuruk, 2012; Muthu, 2014; O'Rourke, 2014).

This paper applies a systematic approach to reviewing scientific research, where Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is implemented as a tool to understand the impacts considering a holistic life cycle framework, from raw materials to the end-of-life of textile products.