Close-up of Smooth Elm in deep smoky brown with a fine, even surface

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Kirkby Design

Smooth Elm

Name: Smooth Elm
Brand: Kirkby Design

Smooth Elm is a deep smoky brown plain fabric with a quiet, velvety-looking surface. Its understated colour appears gently softened rather than strongly saturated, giving the swatch a grounded, enveloping feel.

deep smoky brown plain none smart upholstery

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About this fabric

The image shows an even brown surface with very little visible pattern, allowing the subtle tonal variation of the cloth to define its character. Fine, close texture catches the light softly across the swatch without creating a pronounced sheen. No composition, width or performance figures are supplied for this fabric, so its visual simplicity is the main feature available to assess. The dark elm-brown tone gives it a composed, tailored presence on upholstered forms.

How to use it

Use Smooth Elm on a clean-lined sofa, armchair or headboard where its smoky brown tone can add depth without dominating the room. Pair it with warm timber, aged brass and lighter oatmeal textiles to bring out its softened, earthy character.

A restrained, softly textured brown for tailored upholstery with a calm, contemporary feel.

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