2326 — Terra Cotta Medium Dark
Reds family
J&P Coates 2326 — Terra Cotta Medium Dark — has hex #B44B52 and RGB 180, 75, 82. This medium, moderately saturated red thread sits alongside its closest DMC, Anchor, and Madeira matches below, with 8 similar J&P Coates shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 2326
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar J&P Coates Colors to 2326
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 2326
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Because J&P Coates 3242 (Rose Wine Dark) is so near (ΔE 2.13), the pair makes a natural two-step gradient — handy for shading skin, petals, or skies without a hard seam.
Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 2326
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 2326, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
J&P Coates 2326 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About J&P Coates 2326
J&P Coates 2326 is the floss known as Terra Cotta Medium Dark: a moderately saturated, medium member of the reds family with warm crimson tones. Its tone is rich and warm, making it a popular choice for holiday designs and bold accents. It pairs nicely in designs that call for berries or valentines.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does J&P Coates 2326 look like?
J&P Coates 2326 (Terra Cotta Medium Dark) is a medium shade in the reds family with hex #B44B52 and RGB 180, 75, 82. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring ladybug designs and barn scenes.
Which DMC thread matches J&P Coates 2326?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 2326 (Terra Cotta Medium Dark) is DMC 3328 (Salmon dark) with a 85% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3832 (Raspberry medium, 78%) and DMC 223 (Shell Pink light, 74%).
What J&P Coates colors are similar to 2326?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 2326 are 3242 Rose Wine Dark (ΔE 2.13), 3340 Terra Cotta Dark (ΔE 3.24), and 3071 Peony Medium (ΔE 3.46). These are useful substitutes when 2326 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use J&P Coates 2326?
Reach for J&P Coates 2326 (Terra Cotta Medium Dark) when your project calls for ladybug designs, barn scenes, tomato patterns, roses. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 2326.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 2326 (Terra Cotta Medium Dark)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 2326 has a contrast ratio of about 5.2:1 on white fabric and 4.1:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.