Close-up of a deep charcoal grey plain woven fabric with a subtle mottled texture

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J Brown

Camden Lead

Camden Fabric16

Camden Lead is a deep charcoal grey plain with a quietly mottled surface and a soft, understated depth. The cool, slate-leaning tone gives it a restrained, tailored look.

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About this fabric

This Camden colourway is a plain fabric with a subtly heathered, crosshatched appearance that softens the dark grey ground. It is made from 100% polyester and specified for Heavy Domestic use, with a 40,000 Martindale rating for dependable everyday wear. The fabric is supplied back coated to cigarette & match to BS5852, and other treatments are available upon request. Professional dry clean in situ is recommended, with further care guidance available in the pattern book. Its matte charcoal finish reads smart rather than glossy, making the shade feel strong, grounded and easy to pair.

How to use it

Use Camden Lead on sofas, dining chairs or banquettes where a darker neutral will hide wear and anchor the room. It works especially well with pale woods, black metal and crisp off-whites for a clean, modern contrast.

A versatile charcoal neutral for tailored seating and pared-back schemes.

J Brown Camden Fabric

Specification

Composition: 100% Polyester
Designs in the collection: 21
Rub test (Martindale): 40,000 rubs
Suitable for: Heavy Domestic
Style: Plains
Fire rating: Supplied back coated to cigarette & match to BS5852, other treatments are available upon request
Aftercare: Professional Dry Clean in situ, please refer to the pattern book for further care instructions

Specification as published by J Brown. 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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