How does the wrinkle-resistant cotton linen curtains fabric perform in terms of durability and environmental friendliness?

Durability and environmental performance of wrinkle-resistant cotton linen curtain fabric 

Durability performance
Wrinkle-resistant treatment usually uses physical or chemical processes to reduce the wrinkling problem of cotton linen curtains, making them easier to care for and more beautiful. However, different wrinkle-resistant processes will have different effects on durability:
Advantages:
Reduce wrinkles: Ordinary cotton linen fabrics are prone to wrinkling, and wrinkle-resistant treatment can improve the flatness of the fabric and keep the curtains more drapey.
Washable and durable: Partial wrinkle-resistant treatment can enhance the toughness of cotton linen fibers, so that the curtains can still maintain their shape after multiple washings and are not easy to deform.
Reduce shrinkage: Untreated cotton linen fabrics may shrink by 3%-10% after washing, but the shrinkage of fabrics with special wrinkle-resistant treatment can be controlled at 1%-3%.
Reduce ironing needs: Ordinary cotton linen curtains usually need to be ironed after washing, while wrinkle-resistant fabrics can reduce this step and save maintenance costs.
Potential disadvantages:
May affect breathability: Some anti-wrinkle treatments may form a coating on the fiber surface, making the fabric slightly stiffer and affecting its original breathability and comfort.
Chemical anti-wrinkle treatments may affect fiber durability: If chemical anti-wrinkle processes such as resin finishing are used, the fibers may become brittle, causing the fabric to tear or break easily after long-term use.
Environmental performance
The environmental friendliness of anti-wrinkle treatments mainly depends on the technology and chemicals used.
Environmentally friendly anti-wrinkle treatments (more sustainable):
Physical anti-wrinkle treatments: such as water washing, steam setting, and enzyme washing (Enzyme Wash), do not use chemical additives, have less impact on the environment, and do not release harmful substances.
Botanical anti-wrinkle finishing: Use natural wax or organic resin treatment to reduce chemical pollution, suitable for users with high environmental requirements.

GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certification: Some environmentally friendly cotton and linen fabrics are GOTS certified to ensure that their anti-wrinkle finishing process does not contain harmful chemicals.
Anti-wrinkle treatments that may affect environmental protection (note):
Formaldehyde resin finishing: Some cheap anti-wrinkle processes use formaldehyde-containing resins (such as DMDHEU resin) to fix fibers, but formaldehyde may release harmful gases and affect indoor air quality.
Synthetic coating treatment: Some anti-wrinkle coatings may contain microplastics or non-degradable chemicals, which may have a negative impact on the environment.
High-energy consumption processes: Some anti-wrinkle treatments, such as high-temperature steam setting or resin immersion treatment, require additional energy consumption and are not as environmentally friendly as natural anti-wrinkle methods.

If you are more concerned about durability: choose curtain fabrics with washed cotton and linen and anti-wrinkle steam treatment, and avoid formaldehyde resin treatment to reduce fiber embrittlement problems.
If you are more concerned about environmental protection: choose cotton and linen curtains with GOTS certification and formaldehyde-free anti-wrinkle process, and try to avoid coating anti-wrinkle treatment.
If you need to take both into account: Choose cotton and linen curtains with physical anti-wrinkle + natural plant anti-wrinkle treatment, such as enzyme washing and natural wax finishing, which can reduce wrinkles without affecting environmental protection.