Burnt rust-orange plain woven fabric with a subtle vertical texture

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Mark Alexander

Town Rust

Town Rust is a rich, burnished orange textile with a quiet plain surface. Its fine vertical grain gives the colour subtle movement while keeping the overall appearance clean and grounded.

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About this fabric

The woven surface is predominantly rust orange, with darker and lighter threads creating gentle tonal variation across the swatch. A close, vertical texture is visible rather than a printed motif, giving this plain fabric tactile depth without adding pattern. The warm, earthy shade reads more muted than bright orange, with a softly shaded character that changes subtly across the surface. Its balanced appearance makes it suitable for either upholstery or drapery.

How to use it

Use Town Rust to warm a neutral room with a confident terracotta accent, or pair it with walnut, aged brass and cream upholstery for a layered, burnished scheme. Its restrained vertical texture also works well alongside patterned cushions without competing for attention.

A warm, burnished orange textile that adds depth to upholstery, curtains and layered interiors.

Mark Alexander Town Iii Fabric

Specification

Composition: 100% Wool
Width: 140 cms (55.1 ")
Rub test (Martindale): 100,000 Severe Contract
Suitable for: Curtains And Drapes, Upholstery
Style: Plain / Solid
Aftercare: Do Not Bleach, Consult Specialist Dry Cleaner, Do Not Tumble Dry, Cool Iron, Do Not Machine Or Hand Wash
Environmental: REACH Compliant, PFAS Free
Product type: Plain / Textured Weave, Wool / Wool Blend
Sample size: 15.5cm x 15.5cm
Wyzenbeek: 100,000

Specification as published by Mark Alexander. 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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