Close-up of deep chestnut-brown fabric with fine, softly flecked woven texture

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Mark Alexander

M678 Chestnut

Name: M678 Chestnut
Brand: Mark Alexander

M678 Chestnut is a deep, warm brown with a softly mottled surface that gives the colour gentle movement. The close, even weave reads almost as a solid from a distance, while tiny lighter flecks become visible across the swatch.

deep chestnut brown plain none smart upholstery

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About this fabric

This colourway has a dark chestnut-brown ground with subtle tonal variation rather than a pronounced printed motif. Its dense woven surface appears finely granular, creating a restrained texture that catches the light without becoming shiny. The overall effect is grounded and enveloping, with the warmer brown depth giving it more richness than a flat neutral. No performance features or further specification data are supplied for this fabric.

How to use it

Use the deep chestnut tone on a tailored sofa, chair or ottoman to bring warmth and visual weight to a room. Pair it with pale neutrals for contrast or layer it with walnut, bronze and other earthy brown notes.

The warm chestnut tone and subtle flecking suit tailored upholstery and darker, layered interiors.

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