Meridian Plain Velvet Cushion - Tiger/Teal

This is a plain velvet cushion from the Meridian range, a larger than average square in a warm tiger orange with a contrasting piped edge in teal blue. The face and reverse are both plain, so the colour does the work: a deep, even orange with the soft light-catching pile that velvet is known for, and the teal piping running the whole way round to frame it. The cover is made from 100% polyester, a velvet-feel fabric that keeps its colour well and stands up to daily handling.

At 55x55cm this is a big cushion, and it is a useful size to know. It reads as generous on a two or three seat sofa, fills the corner of an armchair, and works stacked against the headboard on a bed. The colour pairing is bold rather than quiet, so it sits well against neutral upholstery where the orange can lift the room, or alongside other jewel and earthy tones where the teal picks up the cooler notes. Because the front and reverse are the same, you can turn it over without losing the look.

The cover closes with a zip, which makes it straightforward to take off. Velvet has a directional pile, so the surface will look a little different depending on the angle you view it from, and that is part of how the fabric behaves rather than a fault. The piped trim in teal is a finishing detail that gives the edge a clean, defined line. The Meridian range carries the same plain velvet body with contrasting piping across several colourways, so if you want more than one they are built to sit together rather than match exactly. The supplier does not give washing or care instructions for this cover, so treat it gently and check with them before laundering.

What is the cover made from?

The cover is 100% polyester in a soft velvet-feel fabric, which holds its colour well and is hard-wearing enough for everyday use on a sofa or bed.

How big is this cushion?

It measures 55x55cm, which is larger than an average square cushion, so it makes a generous feature on a sofa or against a headboard.

Does the cover come off?

Yes, there is a zip closure along one edge, so the cover can be removed from the pad when you need to.

Is the back the same as the front?

Yes, both the front and reverse are plain velvet in the same tiger orange, so you can turn the cushion over without changing the look.

Why does the velvet look different in places?

Velvet has a directional pile, so the surface catches the light and can appear lighter or darker depending on the angle you view it from. This is normal for the fabric.

Will it go with other cushions in the Meridian range?

The Meridian range shares the same plain velvet body with contrasting piping across several colourways, so pieces are made to sit together comfortably.