Simon Houlding Upholstery
Plain rust-coloured linen swatch with a fine woven texture

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Foss Russet

Foss Linen II FabricF4218-10

Foss Russet is a richly grounded linen with a warm terracotta-russet cast and a subtly woven surface. The colour reads earthy and enveloping, with a softly matte finish that lets the texture do the talking.

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About this fabric

Woven in 100% linen, Foss Russet has a clean plain appearance with no visible repeat, giving it a calm, uninterrupted field of colour. The 138cm approximate width makes it practical for both upholstery and drapery applications, depending on the project. In this colourway, the tone sits between burnt red and clay, with a slightly weathered warmth that feels deeper and more muted than a bright cinnamon. The linen weave catches light in a gentle, irregular way, adding quiet texture rather than shine. Care code Q 8 + T 3 and fire code √BM are noted for specification reference.

How to use it

Use Foss Russet where you want a colour that feels warmer than brown but less fiery than red. It works especially well with aged timber, tan leather, ochre accents, and soft ivory linens.

A warm russet linen that adds earthy depth to upholstery or curtains.

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