Simon Houlding Upholstery
Close-up of soft bone-coloured plain linen weave with a natural matte texture.

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Colefax and Fowler

Foss Bone

Foss Linen II FabricF4218-19

Foss Bone is a quietly textured linen in a soft bone shade, with a gentle matte surface and the pared-back look of a true natural cloth. The colour sits between cream and beige, giving it a calm warmth without reading yellow.

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About this fabric

Woven in 100% linen, Foss Bone has a fine, even plain weave and no repeat, which keeps the surface looking understated and beautifully uniform. At approximately 138cm wide, it is a practical cloth for a range of interior projects, and the Q 8 + T 3 care code supports everyday use in a considered setting. The tone is a muted bone neutral with a dry, natural handle visible in the close-up, so the fabric feels light, airy and easy to layer. It is a versatile choice when you want a pale neutral that still has the organic character of linen rather than a flat, processed finish.

How to use it

Use Foss Bone on relaxed upholstery, Roman blinds or simple curtains where its warm neutrality can soften darker woods and painted finishes. It works especially well in rooms that need a gentle, light-reflecting base rather than a stark white.

A clean, warm neutral that works beautifully in calm, layered interiors.

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