Near-black ebony velvet with a soft directional nap and subtle tonal sheen

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Baker Lifestyle

Montpellier Velvet Ebony

Carnival VelvetPF50417.955

Montpellier Velvet Ebony appears almost black in the swatch, with a dense velvet surface that shifts subtly as the pile catches the light. Its near-solid colour gives the fabric a sleek, enveloping presence.

deep ebony black plain none luxe both

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About this fabric

This is a deep ebony velvet with a softly directional nap and faint tonal variation across the surface, rather than a visible woven motif. Made from 100% polyester, it measures 140 cm (55") wide and is suitable for curtains, fixed upholstery and bedspreads. Its 100,000 Martindale rub test makes it a particularly robust choice for fixed seating while retaining the plush visual depth seen here. After care specifies a cool minimum machine wash, professional dry cleaning, no tumble drying, no bleach and a cool iron.

How to use it

Use the near-black tone on a generous armchair, banquette or headboard to create a dramatic focal point, or let it fall as full curtains for a quieter, light-absorbing finish. Pair the ebony surface with warm timber, aged brass or pale neutrals to reveal its subtle velvet sheen.

Use this deep ebony velvet to bring a sleek, cocooning depth to upholstery, curtains or a tailored bedspread.

Baker Lifestyle Carnival Velvet

Specification

Composition: 100% Polyester
Width: 140 cm (55")
Rub test (Martindale): 100,000 rubs
Suitable for: Curtains, Fixed Upholstery, Bedspreads
Aftercare: Machine Wash:Cool minimum wash, Must be dry cleaned professionally, Do Not tumble dry, Do Not Bleach, Cool Iron

Specification as published by Baker Lifestyle. We will confirm the current details with them before you order.

Made up by us

Every metre we order is cut, sewn and fitted in our own Heybridge workshop, with Simon over every stage. Reupholstery, bespoke pieces, curtains, blinds and headboards.

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