What it does
A solid block that raises a single piece above everything around it. A plinth does not hold the piece — it holds the space around it.
Velvet on a plinth, specifically
A plinth is a large flat area and velvet across it shows every handling mark. In a window that is fine; on a counter it is not.
Getting the proportion right
Proportion is everything. A plinth that is too wide for the piece reads as furniture; too narrow and it looks unstable.
How velvet is applied to a display form
Velvet is glued over the form and the pile has to run the same way on every face, or one side of the same block reads darker than the other. On a curved form it is cut in panels rather than stretched, because pile flattens where it is pulled.
Where it is used
Window centrepieces and single-piece feature displays.
Velvet under case lighting
Pile absorbs light instead of bouncing it, so a velvet display sinks into the background and the piece on it becomes the brightest thing in the case. It also means the display itself photographs dark, which suits a shop and not a catalogue shot.
The mistake to avoid
Plinths are the display element most often bought in the wrong finish. It should match the tray it stands on, not the box it presents.
Why velvet
Velvet-covered display reads as traditional and formal. The pile absorbs light rather than reflecting it, so the piece on top is the brightest thing in the case.
The pile shows handling and dust. Velvet display belongs behind glass, brushed regularly; on an open counter it ages faster than suede.
What we need from you
| What we need | Why |
|---|---|
| Height and footprint | Proportion is everything. |
| Velvet colour | Matched to a Pantone reference or a swatch |
| Velvet on this form | A plinth is a large flat area and velvet across it shows every handling mark. |
Frequently asked questions
Can plinths be made in our brand colour?
Yes — the velvet is matched to a Pantone reference or a physical swatch, and confirmed on a sample.
What sizes do plinths come in?
They are made to your dimensions. Proportion is everything. A plinth that is too wide for the piece reads as furniture; too narrow and it looks unstable.
Is velvet a good choice for a plinth?
A plinth is a large flat area and velvet across it shows every handling mark. In a window that is fine; on a counter it is not.
What goes wrong most often with plinths?
Plinths are the display element most often bought in the wrong finish. It should match the tray it stands on, not the box it presents.
Can plinths be made to match our boxes?
Yes — the same velvet and the same colour across boxes and display, ordered in one run.
Specify your plinths
Tell us your case or window height, what the plinths have to show, and your brand colour. We’ll send photos of our work and one clear, all-in quote.