Pale cream linen weave swatch with a soft matte, lightly textured surface

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Sanderson

Rue Linen Calico

Name: Rue Linen Calico
Brand: Sanderson
SKU: SAF0347-01

Rue Linen FabricSAF0347-01

Rue Linen Calico reads as a gentle linen cream, with a soft, barely-there surface character rather than a stark white finish. The cloth has a calm, matte look that lets the natural weave take the lead.

soft linen cream plain none relaxed both

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

About this fabric

This colourway sits in a warm-soft cream family, with a lightly mottled, linen-like texture that catches the light without looking glossy. At 241 gsm, it has enough substance for upholstery while still feeling suitable for drapery, and the 139 cm usable width makes it practical for a range of interior projects. The fabric has no visible pattern repeat, so the surface stays clean and understated. With 84 threads per cm, the cloth reads as tightly woven and refined, giving the pale tone a smooth, tailored appearance.

How to use it

Use this shade where you want lightness without brightness: it suits relaxed sofas, upholstered headboards, and calm curtains in rooms with warm timber or stone. The soft cream tone works especially well alongside oatmeal, sand, and muted sage accents.

A quietly versatile neutral that works across relaxed upholstery and pared-back curtains.

Sanderson Rue Linen Fabric

Specification

Horizontal repeat: 0 cm
Standard length: 40 m
Threads per cm: 84
Usable width: 139 cm
Vertical repeat: 0 cm
Weight: 241 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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