6031 — Emerald Dark
Teals family#30745B
Discontinued. J&P Coates no longer makes 6031. It stays here because older patterns still call for it — the matches below show what to stitch instead.
Looking up J&P Coates 6031? It's Emerald Dark, a medium-dark teal shade (#30745B / RGB 48, 116, 91). 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 6031
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 6031
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 6031
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 6031
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 6031, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Teals Family
J&P Coates6031 in context with nearby shades from the teals color family.
About J&P Coates 6031
Known as Emerald Dark, J&P Coates 6031 is a medium-dark, moderately saturated shade sitting in the teals family. Expect a rich and grounded look that suits nature themes, ocean waves, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching peacock feathers or coastal scenes.
Frequently Asked Questions
J&P Coates 6031 — what color is it?
The color of J&P Coates 6031 is Emerald Dark — a medium-dark teal thread (hex #30745B, RGB 48, 116, 91). It shows up most in sea glass tones and tidepool patterns.
What is the DMC equivalent of J&P Coates 6031?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 6031 (Emerald Dark) is DMC 163 (Celadon Green medium) with a 82% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 562 (Jade medium, 80%) and DMC 3815 (Celadon Green dark, 79%).
Which J&P Coates threads are close to 6031?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 6031 are 6211 Jade Very Dark (ΔE 5.5), 6228 Christmas Green (ΔE 5.54), and 6212 Sea Green Dark (ΔE 8.8). These are useful substitutes when 6031 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is J&P Coates 6031 good for?
J&P Coates 6031 (Emerald Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring sea glass tones, tidepool patterns, water and sky, tropical motifs. 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 6031.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 6031 (Emerald Dark)?
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, 6031 has a contrast ratio of about 5.6:1 on white fabric and 3.8:1 on black. As a cool shade, its cool cast recedes visually — useful for backgrounds, shadows, water and sky, and calm, restful palettes.