What are stripe and check fabrics, and how are they made?
Stripe and check fabrics are textiles defined by clean lines and geometry and can be printed or woven. Stripes are created with linear bands of colour or texture, while checks are formed by intersecting lines to create a grid or square pattern. Woven stripes are created by banding the colour in the weft for a horizontal stripe, or in the warp for a vertical stripe. Woven checks are created by banding the colour in the warp and the weft. At de Le Cuona both are woven with precision using natural fibres such as linen, wool and cotton, resulting in structured, durable fabrics with refined character.
What makes stripe and check fabric suitable for interiors?
Stripe and check fabrics bring structure and rhythm to interiors. Their clean lines and balanced patterns add visual clarity, while our natural fibres provide durability and texture, making them well suited to British interiors.
What types of stripe and check fabric do you offer?
The collection includes a range of striped upholstery fabrics designed for durability and comfort, alongside striped curtain fabrics that offer fluid drape. Complementing these are check upholstery and curtain fabrics that introduce depth and timeless pattern, all crafted in linen, wool and cotton.
Can stripe and check fabric be used for curtaining and upholstery?
Yes, stripe and check fabrics are highly versatile. Their woven construction provides durability for upholstery, while their balanced patterns and natural drape make them equally suited to curtains and soft furnishings.
What fabrics work well alongside stripes and checks?
Stripe and check fabrics pair well with plain or subtly textured natural fabrics such as linen, wool and cotton. Combining them with simpler materials allows their pattern to bring structure and interest without overwhelming a scheme.
Do stripes work in small spaces?
Yes, stripes can work well in small spaces. Their linear design can help guide the eye, creating a sense of height or width depending on orientation, while maintaining a clean and balanced aesthetic.
Is stripe and check fabric available by the metre, and can I order samples?
Stripe and check fabrics are available by the metre, allowing flexibility across upholstery, curtaining and bespoke interior projects. Samples can also be ordered to help select the most suitable pattern, scale and colour.
