Taupe-grey and ivory oversized checks with a visibly slubbed woven texture

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Zinc Textile

Checkmate Storm

Checkmate Storm pairs broad taupe-grey checks with warm ivory squares in a bold, graphic layout. The woven surface gives the darker blocks a dry, tactile depth.

weathered taupe check chenille linen check large relaxed upholstery

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About this fabric

The image shows an oversized check made from alternating weathered taupe-grey and warm ivory blocks. Fine horizontal slubbing is visible across the taupe areas, creating a softly irregular surface rather than a flat printed effect. Its substantial-looking woven texture makes this colourway read as upholstery-led. No composition, width, rub test or performance specification has been supplied for this exact fabric.

How to use it

Use the cool, muted taupe-grey checks on an upholstered armchair, bench or sofa where the warm ivory squares can lift deeper wood and brown tones. Keep surrounding textiles quiet and tactile so the large-scale pattern remains the room’s main graphic element.

A grounded taupe-and-ivory check with a tactile woven surface for relaxed upholstery schemes.

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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Paint that goes with it

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To sit quietly behind it

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To stand against it

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