IV Preservation & Longevity

Quality outlives the buyer

Heritage textiles crafted by hand outperform industrial alternatives across every measure of longevity — the data confirms what artisans have always known.

Average Functional Lifespan

Years of active use before material degradation, by weaving technique

94 67 34 28 12 Traditional raffia Hand-embroidered Industrial linen Machine silk Synthetic blend years of functional life