Deep indigo navy velvet swatch with a soft, matte pile

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Dorton Indigo

Dorton Indigo is a dense, plush velvet in a very deep indigo navy, with a softly pared-back surface that absorbs light rather than flashing it back. The colour reads dark and cool, with just enough blue to keep the shade from becoming flat black.

deep indigo navy plain none luxe upholstery

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About this fabric

This Sanderson velvet is supplied on a 148 cm usable width and has no pattern repeat, making the plain face easy to work into tailored upholstery schemes. At 405 gsm and 102 threads per cm, it has the substantial, closely packed handle you expect from a proper furniture velvet. In this colourway, the pile sits in a midnight indigo tone: blue-led, shadowy and refined, with a soft sheen that appears only when the light catches it. The result is a fabric that feels elegant and grounded rather than bright or glossy.

How to use it

Dorton Indigo works beautifully on statement seating, a buttoned headboard or a deep, tailored ottoman where its dark blue depth can be seen up close. Pair it with warm wood, brushed metal and pale wall colours to sharpen the rich navy mood.

Use with pale oak, brass or chalky neutrals to let the depth of colour read clearly.

Sanderson Dorton Velvets Velvet

Specification

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