Irregular charcoal and ivory checks with a ridged horizontal woven texture

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Zinc Textile

Checkmate Obsidian

Checkmate Obsidian brings a bold, graphic rhythm through alternating charcoal-black and ivory squares. Its softly irregular edges and ridged surface keep the contrast tactile rather than stark.

charcoal black and ivory check large smart upholstery

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About this fabric

The dark checks read as softened charcoal rather than flat jet black, set against a warm ivory ground. Each square has subtly uneven edges, giving the orderly grid a handmade, woven character. Fine horizontal ridges are visible across both tones, catching the light and adding surface depth. No performance features are noted in the supplied specification, so this colourway is best assessed visually for upholstery applications.

How to use it

Use the charcoal-and-ivory contrast on a statement armchair, dining seat or ottoman, pairing it with warm timber and quiet ivory upholstery elsewhere. The softened black tone also works well with brushed metal and deeper charcoal accents.

Use this graphic charcoal-and-ivory check to give upholstery a tailored, high-contrast finish.

Zinc Textile Checkmate Fabric

Specification

Composition: 30% Linen 30% Viscose 20% Jute 10% Polyester 5% Wool 5% Cotton
Width: 138 cms (54.3 ")
Pattern repeat: Vertical, Horizontal
Rub test (Martindale): 20,000 General Domestic
Suitable for: Curtains And Drapes, Upholstery
Style: Plaid / Check
Aftercare: Do Not Bleach, Consult Specialist Dry Cleaner, Do Not Tumble Dry, Cool Iron, Do Not Machine Or Hand Wash
Environmental: REACH Compliant, PFAS Free
Product type: Decorative Weave, Chenille, Linen / Linen Blend
Sample size: 22.5cm x 22.5cm
Wyzenbeek: 35,000

Specification as published by Zinc Textile. 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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