Close view of Elba Lipstick’s fine plain linen weave in layered coral-red folds

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Linwood

Elba Lipstick

Name: Elba Lipstick
Brand: Linwood
SKU: LF2282C

Elba FabricLF2282C

Elba Lipstick is a plain linen with a rich lipstick-red colour that shifts from coral-bright highlights to deeper red in the folds. Its close weave is clearly visible across the swatch.

warm lipstick red plain none smart both

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See this fabric on Linwood's own site, then order it through us.

About this fabric

The fine, even weave gives this colourway a clean textile surface, while the draped swatch reveals darker burgundy-red valleys and warmer coral-red areas where the light catches. Made from 100% linen, Elba Lipstick is approximately 137cm wide and specified for curtains and fixed upholstery. It carries a General Domestic upholstery grade, making it suitable for everyday fixed seating rather than high-traffic commercial use. Care instructions are Delicate Wash at 30C or Dry Clean, with 3% shrinkage to be allowed for.

How to use it

Use this warm, saturated red to bring depth to a neutral room as full curtains, or upholster a fixed occasional chair where the tonal folds can add colour and texture. Pair it with chalky whites, natural timber and muted blushes to soften the intensity.

A warm lipstick-red linen with a fine plain weave, suitable for curtains and fixed domestic upholstery.

Linwood Elba Fabric

Specification

Aftercare: Delicate Wash 30C, Dry Clean
Composition: 100% Linen, allow 3% shrinkage
Suitable for: Curtains, Fixed Upholstery
Upholstery grade: General Domestic
Width (approx): 137cm

Specification as published by Linwood. We will confirm the current details with them before you order.

Made up by us

Every metre we order is cut, sewn and fitted in our own Heybridge workshop, with Simon over every stage. Reupholstery, bespoke pieces, curtains, blinds and headboards.

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