Close view of charcoal-grey plain weave with softly mottled, grainy texture

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Art of the Loom

James Plain Shadow

Name: James Plain Shadow
Brand: Art of the Loom
SKU: JAMESSHDW

Herriot FabricJAMESSHDW

James Plain Shadow is a near-charcoal grey plain with a close, grainy surface. Its subtle tonal flecking keeps the dark shade from reading as flat in the swatch.

deep charcoal grey plain none smart upholstery

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See this fabric on Art of the Loom's own site, then order it through us.

About this fabric

The fabric presents a dense-looking, non-patterned surface in a cool charcoal grey, with fine tonal variation visible across the weave. Small light and dark fibres create a softly mottled finish rather than a completely uniform blackened tone. The close grain gives the colour a grounded, quietly tailored character that suits upholstery. No composition, width, rub-test or additional performance figures are supplied for this colourway.

How to use it

Use this deep, cool charcoal on a sofa, armchair or dining chair where its restrained variation can add depth without introducing a visible pattern. Pair it with pale stone, smoked oak or warmer brass accents to soften the near-black tone.

Use this deep charcoal-grey plain to bring quiet depth and texture to upholstered seating.

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