310 — Black
Blacks family
DMC 310 (Black) is a very dark, subdued black shade with hex code #0C0C0C and RGB values 12, 12, 12. Below you'll find the closest Sullivans, Cosmo, and Classic Colorworks equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar DMC shades and color harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for DMC 310
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar DMC Colors to 310
Closest DMC threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with DMC 310
It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground.
DMC 310 (Black) is dark enough to define edges: stitchers reach for shades like it when a design needs crisp backstitch outlines or readable text.
Color Harmonies for DMC 310
DMC threads that pair well with 310, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Blacks Family
DMC 310 in context with nearby shades from the blacks color family.
About DMC 310
Known as Black, DMC 310 is a very dark, subdued shade sitting in the blacks family. This thread brings a somber and commanding presence to projects featuring crow motifs or gothic accents. Look for it in charts that feature shadow textures or outlines.
Frequently Asked Questions
DMC 310 — what color is it?
The color of DMC 310 is Black — a very dark black thread (hex #0C0C0C, RGB 12, 12, 12). It shows up most in wrought iron and night skies.
What is the Anchor equivalent of DMC 310?
The closest Anchor match for DMC 310 (Black) is Anchor 403 (Black) with a 90% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include Anchor 236 (Pewter Grey Very Dark, 74%) and Anchor 1041 (Beaver Grey Ultra Dark, 57%).
Which DMC threads are close to 310?
The closest DMC threads to 310 are 3371 Black Brown (ΔE 8.52), 939 Navy Blue very dark (ΔE 11.37), and 3799 Pewter Grey very dark (ΔE 12.03). These are useful substitutes when 310 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is DMC 310 good for?
DMC 310 (Black) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring wrought iron, night skies, silhouettes, calligraphy. Its very dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 310.
Is DMC 310 (Black) good for backstitching and outlines?
Yes — very dark shades like 310 are among the most-used backstitch and outlining colors. Work it in a single strand over one for crisp edges, lettering, and fine detail.