1904 — Beige Grey Ultra Very Dark
Browns family
Looking up Madeira 1904? It's Beige Grey Ultra Very Dark, a very dark brown shade (#251E16 / RGB 37, 30, 22). Scroll down for Crescent Colours, DMC, and Anchor equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Madeira alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 1904
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
DMC
Anchor
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar Madeira Colors to 1904
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 1904
It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground.
Madeira 1904 (Beige Grey Ultra Very Dark) is dark enough to define edges: stitchers reach for shades like it when a design needs crisp backstitch outlines or readable text.
Madeira 1904 (Beige Grey Ultra Very Dark) sits a hair from Madeira 2003 (Brown Dark) (ΔE 2.21) — 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 1904
Madeira threads that pair well with 1904, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Browns Family
Madeira 1904 in context with nearby shades from the browns color family.
About Madeira 1904
Known as Beige Grey Ultra Very Dark, Madeira 1904 is a very dark, muted shade sitting in the browns family with earthy sienna tones. Expect a somber and commanding look that suits warm outlines, wooden textures, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching coffee themes or rustic designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Madeira 1904 — what color is it?
The color of Madeira 1904 is Beige Grey Ultra Very Dark — a very dark brown thread (hex #251E16, RGB 37, 30, 22). It shows up most in bark patterns and gingerbread themes.
What is the DMC equivalent of Madeira 1904?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 1904 (Beige Grey Ultra Very Dark) is DMC 3371 (Black Brown) with a 81% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 310 (Black, 59%) and DMC 938 (Coffee Brown ultra dark, 55%).
Which Madeira threads are close to 1904?
The closest Madeira threads to 1904 are 2003 Brown Dark (ΔE 2.21), 1810 Shell Grey Ultra Very Dark (ΔE 4.13), and 1905 Beige Grey Very Dark (ΔE 4.98). These are useful substitutes when 1904 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Madeira 1904 good for?
Madeira 1904 (Beige Grey Ultra Very Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring bark patterns, gingerbread themes, tree trunks, earth tones. Its very dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 1904.
Is Madeira 1904 (Beige Grey Ultra Very Dark) good for backstitching and outlines?
Yes — very dark shades like 1904 are among the most-used backstitch and outlining colors. Work it in a single strand over one for crisp edges, lettering, and fine detail.