Close-up of a burnt orange plain woven fabric with fine texture

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J Brown

Cayman Papaya

Name: Cayman Papaya
Brand: J Brown
SKU: 172

Cayman Fabric172

Cayman Papaya is a vivid, sun-baked orange with a softly heathered surface that gives the plain cloth extra depth. The colour reads warm and saturated, with a slightly earthy papaya note rather than a neon citrus finish.

burnt papaya orange plain none casual both

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About this fabric

Woven as a plain in the Cayman collection, this colourway has a fine, even texture that lets the rich orange-red tone do the talking. It is made from 100% polyester and carries a 25,000 Martindale rating, so it is suited to general domestic use. The fabric is supplied back coated to Cigarette & Match to BS5852, and after care includes machine washing at 30℃ or professional dry clean in situ, with further guidance in the pattern book. Visually, the shade sits between paprika and terracotta, bringing a lively warmth without losing its grounded, upholstered feel.

How to use it

Papaya works well as a statement on accent chairs, banquettes, or cushions where its warm orange tone can lift neutral schemes. It also adds a bright, inviting layer against timber, tan leather, chalk white, or deep olive finishes.

Use it for a warm, easygoing pop that still feels polished on sofas or curtains.

J Brown Cayman Fabric

Specification

Aftercare: Machine washable at 30℃ degrees or professional dry clean in situ, please refer to the pattern book for further care instructions
Composition: 100% Polyester
Designs in the collection: 39
Fire rating: Supplied Back coated to Cigarette & Match to BS5852, other treatments are available upon request.
Rub test (martindale): 25,000 rubs
Style: Plains
Suitable for: General Domestic

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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