Professional quality linen baker's couche to support the rising of bread dough, especially baguettes. Placing the dough between the folds of the couche helps shape the dough and prevents the dough from rising into each other. It also wicks some of the outside moisture away from the dough to help develop a skin, maintain the final shape, and develop a crispy crust. Dust with white flour and/or rice flour to prevent dough from sticking. 24″ x 36″ (suitable for most home bakers) — Made of 100% natural linen. — Untreated and unbleached. — Finished seams on all four edges to prevent fraying — Green or red stripes near one edge — Imported from France Care Instructions: Never wash a baker's couche. Simply shake or brush off excess flour and air dry. If dough sticks, let dry and scrape off. Roll up to store.