Close view of Ice Elm’s muted taupe-brown weave with fine vertical texture

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Kirkby Design

Ice Elm

Name: Ice Elm
Brand: Kirkby Design

Ice Elm is a calm, muted taupe-brown fabric with an almost seamless plain appearance. Its softly shaded surface reveals a fine vertical grain when viewed closely.

muted taupe brown plain none relaxed both

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About this fabric

The colour sits between warm brown and cool taupe, giving the swatch a grounded but restrained character. A close, even weave creates subtle tonal variation across the surface rather than a distinct motif. Fine vertical striations add just enough texture to catch the light without making the fabric look glossy or highly patterned. The overall effect is understated and tactile, with a softly settled depth.

How to use it

Use this muted taupe-brown colourway on relaxed upholstery or simple curtains where its quiet vertical grain can sit alongside pale stone, ivory and natural wood. It also provides a gentle, low-contrast base for darker brown or charcoal accents.

Its quiet taupe-brown tone works with natural timber, stone and soft ivory accents.

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