Muted flax taupe plain weave with fine horizontal slub texture

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Kirkby Design

Orion Flax

Name: Orion Flax
Brand: Kirkby Design

Orion Flax is a softly muted taupe-grey textile with the natural, understated look of flax. Its close-up surface reveals fine horizontal slubs that add quiet movement without introducing a visible motif.

muted flax taupe plain none relaxed both

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About this fabric

The colour sits between warm grey and natural flax, with a gently weathered depth rather than a bright or yellow beige cast. Fine horizontal threads run across the surface, creating a lightly striated texture and subtle changes where the light catches the weave. The plain construction gives the fabric a calm, versatile appearance suited to both upholstery and drapery. No performance features are noted for this fabric.

How to use it

Pair this muted flax taupe with chalky whites, warm stone and soft charcoal for a restrained natural scheme. It would work particularly well on relaxed seating, Roman blinds or full-length curtains where the horizontal slub can be seen up close.

Use this softly muted flax taupe to bring subtle woven texture to upholstery, curtains or cushions.

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