Deep carbon black velvet swatch with a soft, light-catching pile

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Sanderson

Dorton Carbon

Name: Dorton Carbon
Brand: Sanderson
SKU: SAF0312-38

Dorton Carbon is a near-black velvet with a quietly reflective surface that softens the depth of the shade. The pile catches the light just enough to reveal a subtle movement across the cloth.

deep carbon black plain none formal upholstery

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See this fabric on Sanderson's own site, then order it through us.

About this fabric

This colourway reads as a very deep carbon black rather than a flat jet black, with faint tonal variation in the velvet pile visible where the light skims the surface. At 405 gsm, it has the substantial weight expected of an upholstery velvet, while the 148 cm usable width makes it practical for larger furnishings. The fabric has no pattern repeat, so the focus stays on the rich, even finish and the way the pile shifts from matte shadow to a soft sheen. With 102 threads per cm, it presents a dense, refined face that feels polished and robust.

How to use it

Use it on tailored sofas, ottomans, or dining chairs where the dark surface can anchor the room. It pairs well with pale stone, walnut, or brass accents to bring out the velvet’s low sheen.

A sleek dark velvet that brings depth and polish to clean-lined seating.

Sanderson Dorton Velvets Velvet

Specification

Horizontal repeat: 0 cm
Standard length: 40 m
Threads per cm: 102
Usable width: 148 cm
Vertical repeat: 0 cm
Weight: 405 gsm

Specification as published by Sanderson. 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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