Black and cream stepped geometric weave with fine horizontal ridges

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Kirkby Design

Strings Monochrome

Name: Strings Monochrome
Brand: Kirkby Design

Heir Fabric

Strings Monochrome presents a tightly packed black-and-cream pattern of broken, stepped lines. The close-up reveals a firm-looking woven surface with fine horizontal ridges that give the monochrome design subtle depth.

black and cream geometric medium smart upholstery

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About this fabric

The pattern is formed from irregular black blocks and cream channels, creating a rhythmic geometric effect rather than a regular stripe. Its near-black tone reads crisp and graphic against the warm ivory ground, while the ridged weave softens the contrast slightly. The visible structure suggests a substantial textile suited to upholstery, particularly on clean-lined furniture where the pattern can remain clearly defined. No further specification data, such as composition, width or performance rating, has been supplied for this fabric.

How to use it

Pair this cool, high-contrast monochrome with pale timber, black metal or warm neutral upholstery to balance its stepped graphic rhythm. It would bring definition to a contemporary chair, sofa or occasional seat without introducing colour.

Use this graphic black-and-cream weave to add crisp contrast to tailored seating and modern interiors.

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