5470 — Brown
Reds family#8A5046
Looking up J&P Coates 5470? It's Brown, a medium red shade (#8A5046 / RGB 138, 80, 70). Scroll down for Crescent Colors, DMC, and Anchor equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close J&P Coates alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 5470
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colors
Similar J&P Coates Colors to 5470
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 5470
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 5470
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 5470, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
J&P Coates5470 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About J&P Coates 5470
J&P Coates 5470 (Brown) is a medium, moderately saturated shade in the reds family with red-orange tones. Expect a rich and warm look that suits valentines, poppies, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching cardinal birds or apple motifs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does J&P Coates 5470 look like?
J&P Coates 5470 (Brown) is a medium shade in the reds family with hex #8A5046 and RGB 138, 80, 70. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring roses and hearts.
Which DMC thread matches J&P Coates 5470?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 5470 (Brown) is DMC 3772 (Desert Sand very dark) with a 80% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3858 (Rosewood medium, 67%) and DMC 632 (Desert Sand ultra very dark, 65%).
What J&P Coates colors are similar to 5470?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 5470 are 5472 Coffee Brown Med (ΔE 4.05), 5936 Fawn Very Dark (ΔE 7.69), and 3082 Antique Mauve Very Dark (ΔE 7.7). These are useful substitutes when 5470 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use J&P Coates 5470?
Reach for J&P Coates 5470 (Brown) when your project calls for roses, hearts, holiday designs, bold accents. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 5470.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 5470 (Brown)?
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first. For reference, 5470 has a contrast ratio of about 6.3:1 on white fabric and 3.3:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.