Deep navy-blue plain fabric with subtle striated texture and darker mottling

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J Brown

Soulful Oxford Blue

Name: Soulful Oxford Blue
Brand: J Brown
SKU: 183

Soulful Oxford Blue is a deep, inky blue plain with a subtly striated surface that gives the colour extra depth. The finish reads cool and moody, with darker navy shadows and lighter blue flecks catching the light.

deep oxford blue plain none smart upholstery

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About this fabric

This colourway shows a dense, softly brushed-looking texture with fine horizontal movement across the face, so the surface feels lively rather than flat. The blue is very dark and cool-toned, sitting between navy and midnight blue with occasional brighter blue highlights revealed in the pile. It is made from 100% recycled polyester and has a 40,000 Martindale rating, making it suitable for heavy domestic use. Supplied back coated to Cigarette & Match to BS5852, it is a practical choice where both appearance and performance matter. Professional dry clean in situ is recommended, with further care guidance available in the pattern book.

How to use it

Use this deep Oxford blue on an armchair, banquette or cushions to add tailored colour without brightening the scheme too much. It pairs especially well with pale oak, chalky neutrals and brushed brass for a sharp, contemporary contrast.

A rich navy-blue plain with a quietly textured finish that suits tailored upholstery and layered schemes.

J Brown Soulful Fabric

Specification

Aftercare: Professional Dry Clean in situ, please refer to the pattern book for further care instructions
Composition: 100% Recycled Polyester
Designs in the collection: 26
Fire rating: Supplied Back coated to Cigarette & Match to BS5852, other treatments are available upon request.
Rub test (martindale): 40,000 rubs
Style: Plains
Suitable for: Heavy 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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Paint that goes with it

Two ways to take the room. Both colours are from houses we hold, so a pot can come off the same order as the cloth. Screens shift colour, so treat these as a direction and bring the cloth to the shelf before you buy the paint.

To sit quietly behind it

Carbon

Sanderson · #36353b

To stand against it

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