Spring is a serious business when it comes to interiors. The clocks change, the sun shines and we’re all thinking I must clean this, I should declutter that and I have got to refresh my tired looking rooms. Am I right? It’s time to take a long hard stare at how we can update with an eye for what’s ‘in’, what’s easiest and what’s best for the feel-good factor.

 

A lick of paint with an in-vogue colour, a spray of polish on an antique side table, a rearrangement of pictures on the wall, or a set of box-fresh bed linen goes a surprisingly long way to seeing your home in a fresh new light both aesthetically and emotionally.

 

If furniture is your focus, look to upholstery fabrics for spring. Gone are the days when the mantra ‘out with the old and in with the new’ stood firm. Refreshing what we currently own is the name of the game or bagging a second-hand bargain at a weekend brocante. It’s environmentally savvy, it’s purse friendly and it's creative too. The saggy fabric sofa that is oh-so comfy, the ottoman that’s seen too many feet up in front of the movies or the worn dining chairs that could tell the stories of a million dinner parties are worth their weight in gold just for the nostalgia factor. And that's where the power of reupholstery fabric comes in – make the decision and you’ll find yourself with a much-loved furniture piece that is a one-off, crafted and expensive looking.

 

Linwood’s unique fabric collections offer something for every style, from classic to contemporary. Check out the just-launched Flori (Gwendolyn, Emerald shown above with an on-trend skirt) and Dimity – we promise you they’ll transform interiors from cold-season melancholy to new-season joy! 

 

Read on for gorgeous ways to get fresh with upholstery fabric for spring…

 

Embracing soft neutrals

Salmon, latte and greige tones are perfectly in keeping with Spring 25’s ‘keep calm’ palette. If you’re looking for a fuss-free upgrade that feels chic yet sculpted then chunky semi-plain fabrics in these slow-living colours are a go-to place to start your refresh. The texture of your fabric is a key consideration for adding softness and spirit to a piece, so seek out touchable and cocooning simple weaves that won’t overpower a space and will let the shape of your furniture do the talking.

 

Take a look at Tanaro (shown above), a linen mix fabric with a strong environmentally-friendly composition and endorsed durability. This fabric is ideal for reupholstering functional furniture, such as sofas, pouffes, ottomans or headboards that get heavy-duty use. Consider same colour piping or darker tonal trims for a subtle and sophisticated touch of tailoring, another top look for the season that marries perfectly with cool-to the-touch surfaces, such as marble, and streamlined dark metal finishes.

 

Florals for a subtle statement

All hail modern country style! It’s an enduring aesthetic in the interior designer world. There’s no getting away from the fact that painted panelling, sash windows and worn terracotta tiles set the scene for timeless charm. This Spring’s take is to put shouty floral fabrics on the back burner and instead opt for contemporary one-colour designs that will sit perfectly on comfy upholstered accent chairs, padded benches, or built-in window seats. It’s a look that gives a nod to nature but without a hint of old-fashionedness or fussiness.

 

Seek out meadow-inspired or woodland-reminiscent prints in petal-soft palettes that will act as a quiet eye catcher on upholstered furniture but then can be echoed through the space on Roman blinds or curtains, even cushions. Blythe in Soft Blue from the Flori collection (shown above) reveals a stylised fern in gentle tonal movement. Printed on 100% linen fabric, it embodies the best of 2025’s pastoral style ethos. 

 

Pastel velvets for modern romance

The soft pastels of blush, mint, lavender and lemon sashayed down the catwalk collections and interior interpretations are hot on their heels. So much so that Farrow & Ball has recently released nine new pastel paints designed to make you rethink the way you decorate with a muted palette.

 

Cosmos Velvet in Blush (shown) hits the spot for a reupholstery fabric just right for drawing room seating, end-of-bed benches and statement cushions, such as bolsters in cylindrical or rectangular shapes. Made from 24% cotton and 76% polyester durability fabric, the material is inherently fire retardant and non-fluoro stain resistant. With a lustrous sheen, it catches the spring light beautifully and is the perfect way to illuminate neglected corners and bring verve to dark-wooden furniture. Keep the look 21st century by combining with the trending darks: dusty rose and charcoal; baby blue and chocolate; lilac and olive.

 

Stripes and geometry for a fresh energy

Playful stripes and geometrics in classically cool indigo and ultramarine, or tropical clementine and mango, are 2025’s adventurous patterns to breathe life into monotonous soft furnishings. Impact designs will amp up the dynamics of a space so look for confident combinations for injecting a flourish into a minimal interior or a spot of humour into a practical space.

 

Dimity, a printed linen hero design in 19 colourways (indigo shown), showcases a charismatic mix of painted bands of varying tones with delicate dots and dashes. These decorative-style upholstery stripes are easy to live with, yet have a wonderful, crafted feel to them. Pair with plain toned fabrics that complement your chosen colourway, such as on panelled upholstery dining chairs, or double up on the pattern with supporting role cushions in the same design. 

 

A seasonal refresh with timeless appeal

The start of the year is the perfect time to invest in top quality upholstery fabrics for much-loved furniture favourites. Whether you are after subtle refinement or bold artistry, explore different textures, material weights and colourways to express your personality, reflect the season while remaining true to style, period and location of your home. 

 

Linwood is here to offer you experience and inspiration for every interior style, so check out the Fabrics category on the website for our growing range of upholstery and curtain and blind fabrics. Remember to take advantage of our three free samples policy so you can touch and see the quality of our proudly made interior items before purchasing from trusted stockists.