Close-up of deep ink-blue plain weave with subtle charcoal tonal texture

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Morris & Co.

Ruskin Ink

Ruskin Ink is a deep, cool ink blue with a subtle charcoal cast, appearing almost black in the deepest areas of the swatch. Its plain woven surface shows a restrained tonal grain rather than a printed motif.

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About this fabric

The swatch presents a quiet, near-black blue ground with fine woven variation that gives the surface gentle depth as the light moves across it. At 410 gsm and 22 threads per cm, Ruskin Ink has the substantial handle and visual weight associated with upholstery cloth. Its 140 cm useable width is practical for plain-covered furniture, while the 0 cm vertical and horizontal pattern repeats allow efficient cutting without motif matching. The standard length is 30 m, making it suitable for coordinated upholstery projects where a consistent dark tone is required.

How to use it

Use this cool blue-charcoal colourway on a tailored sofa, dining chair or ottoman, pairing it with warm timber and aged brass to soften its almost-black depth. It also works as a calm dark counterpoint to pale stone, chalky neutrals and muted blue accents.

A substantial ink-blue plain weave for tailored upholstery, cushions and dark, quietly textured accents.

Morris & Co.Ruskin Weaves Fabric

Specification

Usable width: 140 cm
Standard length: 30 m
Vertical repeat: 0 cm
Horizontal repeat: 0 cm
Threads per cm: 22
Weight: 410 gsm

Specification as published by Morris & Co.. 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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