London Bus Eyes down/crushed strawberry Routemaster (RM) Bus Moquette Fabric Sold by the Metre

London Bus “Eyes Down” (Crushed Strawberry) Routemaster (RM) Refurbishment Moquette Fabric – Sold by the Metre

Bring home a genuine piece of London’s transport heritage with this authentic London Transport “Eyes Down” (Crushed Strawberry) Routemaster (RM) refurbishment moquette.

Introduced during the refurbishment programme that helped extend the working lives of London’s iconic Routemasters, this distinctive design became part of everyday life across the capital. Affectionately known as “Crushed Strawberry”, its bold woven pattern is instantly recognisable to generations of Londoners and bus enthusiasts alike.

Warm in summer. Twisting the little window handles, hoping for a breeze that never quite arrived. Cold in winter. Hoping for one of the front seats downstairs, where the heater vent blasted hot air across your knees before fading almost as quickly as it came. The conductor’s bell. Hopping off the open rear platform just before the bus came to a halt. Climbing upstairs to the front seat and watching London unfold through the windscreen. School journeys. Shopping trips. Saturday adventures. The journey home after an evening in the West End. Thousands of ordinary moments that quietly became lifelong memories.

Woven into every one of those moments was this distinctive moquette. Never demanding attention, it simply became part of the familiar rhythm of London life. It formed the backdrop to conversations, first jobs, family outings, chance encounters and journeys home. Quietly carrying millions of passengers, it became woven into ordinary days that would one day become treasured memories.

Engineered to withstand the demands of one of the world’s busiest bus networks, this genuine moquette was designed for years of continuous public service. Its heavy-duty woven construction delivers exceptional durability, abrasion resistance and colour retention while retaining the rich texture, comfort and distinctive appearance that made it one of London’s most recognisable bus interiors.

Today, genuine Routemaster refurbishment moquette is becoming increasingly difficult to obtain. Whether you are restoring a heritage vehicle, upholstering furniture, fitting out a campervan or creating a unique interior, this authentic fabric allows you to own not simply a piece of upholstery, but a genuine piece of London’s transport history.

Bring a Piece of London’s History Home

Whether you’re faithfully restoring a classic Routemaster or creating something entirely unique, this authentic moquette brings character, craftsmanship and history to every project.

Perfect for:

• Heritage bus and vehicle restorations.
• Armchairs, dining chairs and statement furniture.
• Campervan and motorhome interiors.
• Home bars, garden pubs and railway rooms.
• Cinema and games rooms.
• Office reception areas and meeting spaces.
• Feature cushions and upholstery accents.
• Museums, exhibitions and retail displays.
• Film, television and theatre productions.
• Any project celebrating Britain’s rich transport heritage.

Whether it’s the chair you read the paper in, a favourite corner of your campervan, a home bar where friends gather or a beautifully restored Routemaster, this is more than fabric. It’s a conversation starter. A reminder of London’s past. A genuine piece of transport history, ready to become part of your own story.

Product Details

• Genuine London Transport Routemaster refurbishment moquette
• “Eyes Down” / “Crushed Strawberry” design
• Brand new, unused surplus
• Approx. 125 cm wide
• Sold by the metre (multiple quantities supplied as one continuous length where possible)
• Suitable for upholstery and interior projects
• Ideal for heritage vehicle restoration, furniture, campervans, bars, cinemas, railway rooms and interior design projects

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