Warm cognac suede-look fabric with a softly mottled, low-sheen surface

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Zinc Textile

Z Suede Cognac

Z Suede Cognac has a warm, earthy presence, appearing as a deep cognac brown with subtle burnt-orange undertones. Its close, softly mottled surface gives the plain colour gentle visual depth rather than a flat finish.

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About this fabric

The image shows a plain fabric in a rich cognac tone, positioned between warm brown and muted burnt orange. A fine, suede-like nap creates soft tonal variation across the surface, with the light catching some areas more gently than others. The understated texture keeps the colour feeling composed and tactile without introducing a visible pattern. This textile is catalogued as Fabric; no composition, width, rub test or performance features were supplied.

How to use it

Use the grounded warmth of Cognac on a reading chair, sofa or headboard, balancing it with chalky neutrals, dark timber and aged brass for a quietly refined scheme.

Use this warm cognac shade to bring softly textured depth to an armchair, sofa or upholstered headboard.

Zinc Textile Z Suede Fabric

Specification

Composition: 85% Polyester 15% ELASTANE
Width: 140 cms (55.1 ")
Rub test (Martindale): 40,000 Severe Contract
Suitable for: Curtains And Drapes, Where Legislation Allows
Style: Plain / Solid
Aftercare: Do Not Bleach, Do Not Dry Clean, Do Not Tumble Dry, Cool Iron on Reverse, Mch8 30degC Cold Rinse/Short Spin
Environmental: REACH Compliant, PFAS Free
Performance: Washable
Product type: Faux Suede
Sample size: 17cm x 13cm
Wyzenbeek: 30,000

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

Two ways to take the room. Both colours are from houses we hold, so a pot can come off the same order as the cloth. Screens shift colour, so treat these as a direction and bring the cloth to the shelf before you buy the paint.

To sit quietly behind it

Mezcal

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To stand against it

Lead Colour

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