J&P Coates Embroidery Floss

2339 — Brick Ultra Dark

Reds family

Need details on J&P Coates 2339? This medium, vivid red shade (Brick Ultra Dark) is hex #BF4024, RGB 191, 64, 36. Cross-brand equivalents in Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler, and Valdani are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby J&P Coates shades and color-theory harmony pairings.

Hex
#BF4024
RGB
191, 64, 36
HSL
11°, 68%, 45%
Lab
45.5, 49.5, 43.6
Lightness
45%
Medium
Saturation
68%
Rich
Hue
11°
Family
Reds

Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 2339

Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works

J&P Coates 2339 Brick Ultra Dark

Similar J&P Coates Colors to 2339

Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.

Working with J&P Coates 2339

On white fabric
5.3:1
On dark fabric
4:1
Temperature
warm
Closest to
rust

It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.

Bold accents & focal points

Saturated shades like J&P Coates 2339 (Brick Ultra Dark) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.

Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 2339

J&P Coates threads that pair well with 2339, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.

Complementary
Opposite on the color wheel — maximum contrast
Analogous
Adjacent hues — smooth, natural transitions
Triadic
Evenly spaced at 120° — vibrant and balanced
Monochromatic
Same hue, different lightness — great for shading

Reds Family

J&P Coates 2339 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.

About J&P Coates 2339

J&P Coates 2339 is the floss known as Brick Ultra Dark: a vivid, medium member of the reds family with red-orange tones. Stitchers describe its character as rich and lively, perfect for holiday designs and bold accents. It blends comfortably into projects centered on berries and valentines.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does J&P Coates 2339 look like?

J&P Coates 2339 (Brick Ultra Dark) is a medium shade in the reds family with hex #BF4024 and RGB 191, 64, 36. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring ladybug designs and barn scenes.

Which DMC thread matches J&P Coates 2339?

The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 2339 (Brick Ultra Dark) is DMC 900 (Burnt Orange dark) with a 87% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 921 (Copper, 86%) and DMC 720 (Orange Spice dark, 77%).

What J&P Coates colors are similar to 2339?

The closest J&P Coates threads to 2339 are 2329 Blaze Medium Light (ΔE 4.49), 5579 Chicory Dark (ΔE 5.86), and 5936 Fawn Very Dark (ΔE 6.33). These are useful substitutes when 2339 is unavailable or for building gradients.

When should I use J&P Coates 2339?

Reach for J&P Coates 2339 (Brick Ultra 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 2339.

What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 2339 (Brick Ultra Dark)?

It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 2339 has a contrast ratio of about 5.3:1 on white fabric and 4:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.