Description
The Bertie is a cotton velvet cushion in a deep plum-into-burgundy tone, with a soft, faintly heathered pile on the front and a plainer, more robust cotton on the reverse. It measures 45 x 45cm, the standard square that most cushion pads and covers are built around, and the whole thing is finished with a frayed, ruffled fringe running right around the edge. The face is a washed cotton velvet, which gives it that slightly broken-in, matt sheen rather than a hard, glassy shine.
A square cushion this size earns its place propped in the corner of a sofa, layered against larger scatter cushions, or sat two-up on a bed or a reading chair. The plum and burgundy reads warm and works alongside neutrals, deeper reds and the wider run of tones this cushion comes in, from caramel and mustard through to sage and navy. The soft pile makes it one you actually lean on rather than one that only looks the part, and the fringe adds a relaxed, informal edge that suits a contemporary living space without being fussy.
The cover is 100% cotton throughout. Cotton is a natural fibre that feels breathable and takes colour with real depth, which is part of why the velvet looks so rich here. The reverse is a plainer, harder-wearing cotton, so the side that takes the daily knocks is the sturdier one, and a zip fastening runs along that back edge so the cover comes off when you need it to. The frayed edging is part of the look, so expect a little natural shedding of loose threads early on. If you like this one, it sits within our wider Bertie range of velvet cushions in a spread of colours.
Specification
| Material |
100% Cotton |
| Design |
Plain washed cotton velvet, frayed fringed edge |
| Construction |
Velvet front, hard-wearing cotton reverse, zip fastening |
| Size |
45 x 45cm |
| Sold as |
Single cushion |
Frequently Asked
What is the front of the cushion made from?
The front is a 100% cotton velvet that has been enzyme washed, which gives it a soft, matt pile with a slightly broken-in feel rather than a shiny finish.
Does the cover come off for cleaning?
Yes, there is a zip fastening along the back edge, so the cover slips off the pad when you need to take it off.
Will the frayed fringe shed?
The frayed, fringed edge is part of the design, so you may notice a few loose threads early on, which is normal for this kind of finish and settles down.
How big is the cushion?
It is a 45 x 45cm square, the most common cushion size, so it suits standard pads and sits comfortably on a sofa, chair or bed.
What colour is it?
This one is a deep plum-into-burgundy velvet, a warm, rich tone that pairs well with neutrals and other deep colours.
Is the reverse the same as the front?
No, the reverse is a plainer, more hard-wearing cotton rather than velvet, so the side that takes daily use is the sturdier one.