Close-up of dark olive-green upholstery fabric with fine horizontal woven striations

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Kirkby Design

Orion Nettle

Name: Orion Nettle
Brand: Kirkby Design

Orion Nettle is a deep olive-green textile with an almost black cast, giving the surface a quietly atmospheric character. Fine horizontal striations move across the swatch, adding texture without introducing a visible motif.

deep olive green plain none smart upholstery

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About this fabric

The close-up reveals a dense-looking woven surface in a muted nettle green, considerably deeper than a fresh or yellow-toned olive. Subtle variations between green-black and softer olive threads create gentle depth as the light catches the horizontal weave. The design is visually plain, with the interest coming from its linear texture rather than a printed or woven pattern. No composition, width or rub-test data was supplied for this colourway.

How to use it

Use Orion Nettle on a statement armchair, sofa or headboard where its dark olive tone can anchor warmer timber, aged brass and earthy neutrals. Its near-black depth also suits layered, low-lit rooms that need texture without a strong pattern.

Use this near-black olive shade to bring depth and quiet structure to upholstered seating.

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