Close-up of vivid pillarbox red plain woven fabric with mottled texture

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J Brown

Modena Pillarbox

Name: Modena Pillarbox
Brand: J Brown
SKU: 13109

Modena Fabric13109

Modena Pillarbox is a striking, high-impact red with a softly mottled surface that gives the plain fabric extra depth. The colour reads rich and saturated, with darker tonal movement that stops it feeling flat.

pillarbox red plain none luxe upholstery

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About this fabric

Woven in 100% polyester and specified for contract use, Modena Pillarbox is built for demanding interiors as well as strong visual impact. The fabric has an 80,000 Martindale rating and is supplied back coated to Cigarette & Match to BS5852, with other treatments available on request. Visually, this colourway is a vivid pillarbox red with a deeper, shadowed undertone that creates a velvety, slightly variegated look across the surface. The plain design and close, even texture make the shade feel bold and confident rather than bright or glossy.

How to use it

Use this red on an accent chair, banquette or headboard where its saturated tone can be the focal point. It pairs especially well with dark timber, black metal and warm neutrals for a polished contract scheme.

A vivid statement red that brings depth and drama to upholstered pieces.

J Brown Modena Fabric

Specification

Aftercare: Professional Dry Clean In situ or Washable @ 40°C, please refer to the pattern book for further care instructions
Composition: 100% Polyester
Designs in the collection: 92
Fire rating: Supplied Back coated to Cigarette & Match to BS5852, other treatments are available upon request.
Rub test (martindale): 80,000 rubs
Style: Plains
Suitable for: Contract

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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