Charcoal woven fabric with irregular ivory dash motifs in vertical rows

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Mark Alexander

Boundary Metal

Name: Boundary Metal
Brand: Mark Alexander

Boundary Metal sets a charcoal-black ground against irregular ivory slubs, making the close-up read as both textural and quietly patterned. The broken marks form a measured vertical cadence while retaining handmade-looking variation.

charcoal black textured small smart upholstery

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About this fabric

Boundary Metal is a dense-looking woven textile with a near-black charcoal ground and repeated short ivory marks arranged in loose vertical columns. The pale flecks sit clearly against the dark field, creating a restrained graphic rhythm rather than a large-scale motif. No further specification data was supplied for this fabric, so its upholstery suitability is judged from the visibly substantial woven surface.

How to use it

Use this cool, charcoal-led colourway on an armchair, ottoman or sofa where its small ivory marks can add definition without dominating the room. Balance the high-contrast weave with warm timber, soft cream upholstery or aged metal.

Pair its charcoal ground with pale timber, chalky walls and quiet metal accents.

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