0407 — Salmon Very Dark
Reds family#901E27
Madeira 0407 — Salmon Very Dark — has hex #901E27 and RGB 144, 30, 39. This medium-dark, vivid red thread sits alongside its closest DMC, Anchor, and J&P Coates matches below, with 8 similar Madeira shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
About Madeira 0407
Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 10 m
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 0407
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 0407
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 0407
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Madeira 0407 (Salmon Very Dark) sits a hair from Madeira 2502 (Bright Terracotta Medium) (ΔE 2.24) — close enough to blend a strand of each for a smooth gradient or to swap one for the other in a pinch.
Color Harmonies for Madeira 0407
Madeira threads that pair well with 0407, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Madeira0407 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Madeira 0407
Meet Madeira 0407, Salmon Very Dark — a vivid, medium-dark thread in the reds family with warm crimson tones. Its tone is intense and saturated, making it a popular choice for roses and hearts. It pairs nicely in designs that call for holiday designs or bold accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Madeira 0407 — what color is it?
The color of Madeira 0407 is Salmon Very Dark — a medium-dark red thread (hex #901E27, RGB 144, 30, 39). It shows up most in cardinal birds and apple motifs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Madeira 0407?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 0407 (Salmon Very Dark) is DMC 22 (Alizarin) with a 87% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3777 (Terra Cotta very dark, 85%) and DMC 355 (Terra Cotta dark, 84%).
Which Madeira threads are close to 0407?
The closest Madeira threads to 0407 are 2502 Bright Terracotta Medium (ΔE 2.24), 0511 Garnet (ΔE 3.56), and 0512 Garnet Medium (ΔE 3.77). These are useful substitutes when 0407 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Madeira 0407 good for?
Madeira 0407 (Salmon Very Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cardinal birds, apple motifs, ladybug designs, barn scenes. 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 0407.
What fabric color works best with Madeira 0407 (Salmon Very 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, 0407 has a contrast ratio of about 8.7:1 on white fabric and 2.4:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.