Linen was specially popular in middle ages. A common fabric of that period was a combination of linen and wool, called linsey-woolsey. In India from the time of Buddha Linen material was considered to be expensive. Before 2500 BC, the carving in the graveyard, show the preparation of Linen fibre from the flax Cotton Emblem Flax Plant Flax Plant plant was pictographically depicted and it was found in the year 1887 by archeological expects.

Semi-Durables. Durables are those which are manufactured for intention of longer use, e.g., furnishing, carpets (Numdhas), carpet backing. Mostly nylon, polyester and rayon, etc., are used. Disposables are those that are intended to use only for a limited application. Throw away after use. It should not be very expensive. Cost of manufacture and material in this case should not be too high, e.g., Diapers, Tissue paper, surgeons gloves, gowns, filters, etc. Rayon is the fiber which is most commonly used. Semi Durables are used to make products as table mats. Can be used more than one time.