I have hooked rugs for over 25 years and have only hooked on burlap and monk's cloth. Well I'm now convinced that YOU can teach "an old dog new tricks" because I have switched to Dorr's unbleached primitive linen as my backing for the studio.It is easier to hook on as the holes are more visual with less loose threads; there are 13 holes per inch and it is a generous 60" wide. Try it...you will love it!!