Muted saffron gold linen-textured plain fabric with a soft matte weave

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Rue Linen Saffron

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Rue Linen Saffron is a warm, mellow gold with a softly weathered linen look. The surface reads matte and gently slubbed, giving the colour a natural, sun-baked depth.

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About this fabric

This Sanderson Rue Linen colourway has a plain woven finish with no pattern repeat, so the interest comes from its textural linen surface rather than decoration. At 241 gsm and 84 threads per cm, it feels substantial enough for upholstery while still remaining versatile for curtains and soft furnishings. The saffron shade is muted rather than bright, sitting between golden ochre and dried wheat, with a gently earthy warmth that catches the light subtly across the weave. Its 139 cm usable width and 40 m standard length make it practical for both tailored seating and understated drapery.

How to use it

Use this saffron tone to warm up pale oak, aged brass and chalky neutrals, or pair it with olive and terracotta for a more layered, heritage feel. It works especially well where you want colour, but not glare.

A warm saffron tone that brings a soft, sunlit richness to upholstered pieces or relaxed curtains.

Sanderson Rue Linen Fabric

Specification

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