Pale blue-grey horizontal woven stripes with cream threads and tiny repeating dash motifs

GP & J Baker

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GP & J Baker

Fairfax Blue

Fairfax Blue is a softly layered horizontal stripe in pale blue-grey, cream and warm taupe. Fine woven lines and tiny repeating dash motifs give the surface a subtly tactile, irregular character.

muted blue-grey stripes cotton linen blend textured medium smart both

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About this fabric

The cool blue-grey ground is crossed by narrow horizontal bands, with creamy and taupe threads adding gentle warmth rather than strong contrast. Small repeated dash-like motifs appear between the stripes, while the fine weave creates a lightly weathered texture across the surface. Composed of 57% cotton, 24% viscose, 13% linen, 3% polyester, 2% wool and 1% nylon, the 140 cm-wide fabric has a 26 cm vertical pattern repeat. With a 40,000 Martindale rub test, it is specified for curtains, loose upholstery, fixed upholstery and bedspreads.

How to use it

Use Fairfax Blue to bring a cool, settled tone to a sitting room or bedroom, pairing its blue-grey stripes with chalky neutrals, pale timber and warm taupe accents. Its horizontal rhythm suits tailored blinds, upholstered seating and relaxed bedspreads alike.

A cool, quietly textured stripe that works across tailored upholstery, relaxed curtains and coordinated bedspreads.

GP & J Baker Burford Weaves Fabric

Specification

Composition: 57% Cotton 24% Viscose 13% Linen 3% Polyester 2% Wool 1% Nylon
Width: 140 cm (55")
Vertical repeat: 26 cm (10.21")
Rub test (Martindale): 40,000 rubs
Suitable for: Curtains, Loose Upholstery, Fixed Upholstery, Bedspreads
Aftercare: Do Not Wash, Must be dry cleaned professionally, Do Not Bleach, Do Not Iron

Specification as published by GP & J Baker. 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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