Simon Houlding Upholstery
Soft dove blue linen-look plain fabric with a fine woven texture

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Rue Linen Dove

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Rue Linen Dove is a quietly washed blue with a soft, airy presence and a lightly textured linen look. The plain surface reads relaxed and understated, with gentle tonal movement rather than a flat solid.

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About this fabric

This Sanderson fabric is a plain cloth with no vertical or horizontal repeat, making the subtle woven texture the focus of the design. At 241gsm and 139 cm wide, it sits in a versatile mid-weight range that lends itself well to both upholstery and curtains. The dove blue colouring is muted and cool, with a soft grey cast that keeps it calm rather than bright. The finish has a dry, natural handle and a lightly cross-woven appearance that catches the light in a very restrained way.

How to use it

Use it for relaxed upholstery, loose covers or simple curtains where you want a soft blue that feels quiet rather than coastal. It pairs especially well with chalky whites, pale oak and deeper navy accents.

A calm, versatile blue that works beautifully across pared-back interiors.

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