Linen is 2-3 times stronger and more durable than cotton - Pure French flax has been used to create our linen - Flax grows naturally and requires less water and chemicals to cultivate - Linen is a natural insulator, making it great for all year round - Linen can hold up to 20% of its weight in moisture before it feels wet - Linen retains its shape and style - Lightweight texture - Resistant to damage from abrasion and unlikely to pill - Gets softer with wash and wear - Breathable - Non-allergenic with antibacterial properties - Best seller year on year This Quilt Cover features x2 ties at each corner that can be fastened to the loops of all Downtime quilts This is to prevent the quilt from slipping around inside the cover