Warm coral-red plain linen swatch with fine natural weave

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Colefax and Fowler

Foss Bengal Red

Name: Foss Bengal Red
Brand: Colefax and Fowler
SKU: F4218-60

Foss Bengal Red is a warm, softly luminous red linen with a fine, even weave and a natural matte finish. The colour sits between coral and terracotta, giving the swatch an inviting, sun-warmed character.

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About this fabric

Part of the Foss Linen II collection by Colefax and Fowler, this fabric is woven in 100% linen with an approximate width of 138cm. The cloth has no repeat, which suits its clean plain appearance and understated texture. In this colourway the red is softened with a coral warmth, so it reads brighter and fresher than a deep burgundy yet more grounded than a pink. The surface shows the characteristic small linen slub and a dry, breathable handle that gives the fabric a relaxed, tailored look. Care code Q 8 + T 3 and fire code √BM are supplied for this exact fabric.

How to use it

Use Foss Bengal Red to add a lively accent to a neutral room, where its warm red tone can lift oak, stone and parchment shades. It would also make a confident blind or loose cover in a scheme with ochre, tobacco or soft white.

Its warm coral-red tone brings lively colour without overpowering a scheme.

Colefax and Fowler Foss Linen II Fabric

Specification

Care code: Q 8 + T 3
Composition: 100% Linen
Fire code: √BM
Pattern repeat: V 0cm / H 0cm approx
Width: 138cm approx

Specification as published by Colefax and Fowler. 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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