0206 — Orange Red
Oranges family#EA4C00
Need details on Madeira 0206? This medium, highly saturated orange shade (Orange Red) is hex #EA4C00, RGB 234, 76, 0. Cross-brand equivalents in Anchor, J&P Coates, and Sullivans are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Madeira shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
About Madeira 0206
Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 10 m
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 0206
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Anchor
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colors
Similar Madeira Colors to 0206
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 0206
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Saturated shades like Madeira 0206 (Orange Red) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
Color Harmonies for Madeira 0206
Madeira threads that pair well with 0206, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Madeira0206 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Madeira 0206
Madeira 0206 (Orange Red) is a medium, highly saturated shade in the oranges family with deep amber tones. With a rich and lively quality, this thread works beautifully in marigolds and fall wreaths. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring citrus motifs and fox designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Madeira 0206 look like?
Madeira 0206 (Orange Red) is a medium shade in the oranges family with hex #EA4C00 and RGB 234, 76, 0. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring autumn leaves and sunsets.
Which DMC thread matches Madeira 0206?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 0206 (Orange Red) is DMC 721 (Orange Spice medium) with a 76% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 947 (Burnt Orange, 74%) and DMC 946 (Burnt Orange medium, 72%).
What Madeira colors are similar to 0206?
The closest Madeira threads to 0206 are 0207 Orange (ΔE 4.82), 0205 Tangerine Very Dark (ΔE 5.66), and 0208 Orange Dark (ΔE 6.24). These are useful substitutes when 0206 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Madeira 0206?
Reach for Madeira 0206 (Orange Red) when your project calls for autumn leaves, sunsets, warm accents, seasonal designs. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 0206.
What fabric color works best with Madeira 0206 (Orange Red)?
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, 0206 has a contrast ratio of about 3.8:1 on white fabric and 5.5:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.