Plain warm cream linen fabric swatch with fine woven texture

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Colefax and Fowler

Tyndall Dark Cream

Name: Tyndall Dark Cream
Brand: Colefax and Fowler
SKU: F4686-27

Tyndall Dark Cream is a softly grounded cream with a calm linen surface and an understated, even finish. In the swatch, the colour reads warm and muted rather than bright, with a gentle depth that feels easy to place in a scheme.

soft dark cream plain none relaxed both

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About this fabric

This Tyndall Linen colourway is a plain cloth with no visible repeat, so the interest comes from its subtle woven texture and restrained colour rather than pattern. The 90% linen and 10% polyamide composition gives it the character of a natural fabric with a little added stability, while the approximate 142cm width makes it a practical choice for made-to-measure work. Visually, the shade sits between cream and pale biscuit, with a slightly aged, mellow warmth that softens the surface. It feels quieter than a sharp ivory and less yellow than a classic buttercream, which makes it easy to layer with timber, stone and other natural finishes.

How to use it

Use it for relaxed curtains, tailored cushions or a light upholstered headboard where you want a warm neutral without stark brightness. Its muted cream tone works especially well beside oak, pale painted joinery and woven natural accents.

A warm neutral that pairs easily with painted woodwork and natural textures.

Colefax and Fowler Tyndall Linen Fabric

Specification

Care code: Q 8 + T 3
Composition: 90% Linen, 10% Polyamide
Fire code: √BM
Pattern repeat: V 0cm / H 0cm approx
Width: 142cm 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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