Zach Black
Grays family
Below: Classic Colorworks Zach Black, a medium-dark, subdued gray shade with hex #494F58 and RGB 73, 79, 88. Find its closest Madeira, J&P Coates, and Sullivans matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar Classic Colorworks shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
Brand Equivalents for Classic Colorworks Zach Black
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar Classic Colorworks Colors to Zach Black
Closest Classic Colorworks threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Classic Colorworks Zach Black
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Hand-dyed threads like Classic Colorworks Zach Black are never perfectly flat; expect soft variegation. Stock up in a single dye lot up front, since later batches can read noticeably different.
Classic Colorworks Zach Black sits a hair from Classic Colorworks Old Blue Jeans (ΔE 2.24) — close enough to blend a strand of each for a smooth gradient or to swap one for the other in a pinch.
Color Harmonies for Classic Colorworks Zach Black
Classic Colorworks threads that pair well with Zach Black, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Grays Family
Classic Colorworks Zach Black in context with nearby shades from the grays color family.
About Classic Colorworks Zach Black
Meet Classic Colorworks Zach Black — a subdued, medium-dark hand-dyed thread in the grays family. The somber and rich character of this shade lends itself well to shading and outlines. Stitchers frequently choose it for urban scenes and neutral backgrounds in their projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Classic Colorworks Zach Black — what color is it?
Classic Colorworks Zach Black is a medium-dark gray thread (hex #494F58, RGB 73, 79, 88). It shows up most in industrial designs and wolf patterns.
What is the DMC equivalent of Classic Colorworks Zach Black?
The closest DMC match for Classic Colorworks Zach Black is DMC 317 (Pewter Grey) with a 87% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 413 (Pewter Grey dark, 75%) and DMC 930 (Antique Blue dark, 64%).
Which Classic Colorworks threads are close to Zach Black?
The closest Classic Colorworks threads to Zach Black are Old Blue Jeans (ΔE 2.24), Milady's Teal (ΔE 3.55), and Chesapeake Bay (ΔE 5.51). These are useful substitutes when Zach Black is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Classic Colorworks Zach Black good for?
Classic Colorworks Zach Black is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring industrial designs, wolf patterns, storm cloud accents, slate textures. Its medium-dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with Zach Black.
Does Classic Colorworks Zach Black vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like Zach Black are never perfectly flat, and later dye lots can read differently. Reserve one lot per project and avoid stitching in strict rows to keep the mottling even.