Cool storm-grey textile with ivory woodgrain lines arranged in irregular geometric panels

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Mark Alexander

Woodgrain Storm

Name: Woodgrain Storm
Brand: Mark Alexander

Woodgrain Storm combines a cool storm-grey ground with ivory lines that curve, sweep and gather into irregular geometric sections. The close-up reveals a tactile, stitched-looking surface and a considered architectural rhythm.

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About this fabric

The colourway reads as a muted, cool grey rather than a warm taupe, with ivory linear motifs providing crisp but softened contrast. Curved bands and closely spaced vertical lines create a woodgrain-like effect across rectangular and arched panels, while the tonal ground keeps the overall impression calm and sophisticated. Its visible mid-weight textile character makes it suitable for both upholstery and drapery. No composition, width, usage or rub-test specification is supplied for this exact fabric.

How to use it

Use Woodgrain Storm on a tailored chair, bench or relaxed curtain where its cool grey depth can sit alongside pale oak, plaster tones and ivory upholstery. The ivory pattern can also pick up brushed metal or charcoal accents without making the scheme feel stark.

Pair the cool storm-grey ground and ivory lines with pale woods, chalky neutrals or restrained charcoal.

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