2009 — Tan Medium Dark
Browns family#9B5E1C
Madeira 2009 — Tan Medium Dark — has hex #9B5E1C and RGB 155, 94, 28. This medium-dark, vivid brown 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 2009
Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 10 m
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 2009
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 2009
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 2009
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Saturated shades like Madeira 2009 (Tan Medium Dark) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
Color Harmonies for Madeira 2009
Madeira threads that pair well with 2009, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Browns Family
Madeira2009 in context with nearby shades from the browns color family.
About Madeira 2009
Madeira 2009 is the floss known as Tan Medium Dark: a vivid, medium-dark member of the browns family with earthy sienna tones. Its tone is deep and vivid, making it a popular choice for horse designs and cinnamon motifs. It pairs nicely in designs that call for bark patterns or gingerbread themes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Madeira 2009 look like?
Madeira 2009 (Tan Medium Dark) is a medium-dark shade in the browns family with hex #9B5E1C and RGB 155, 94, 28. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring warm outlines and wooden textures.
Which DMC thread matches Madeira 2009?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 2009 (Tan Medium Dark) is DMC 781 (Topaz Very Dark) with a 90% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 782 (Topaz dark (781), 78%) and DMC 3829 (Old Gold very dark, 75%).
What Madeira colors are similar to 2009?
The closest Madeira threads to 2009 are 2214 Topaz Ultra Very Dark (ΔE 3.53), 2008 Tan Dark (ΔE 5.75), and 2303 Golden Brown Medium (ΔE 6.53). These are useful substitutes when 2009 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Madeira 2009?
Reach for Madeira 2009 (Tan Medium Dark) when your project calls for warm outlines, wooden textures, coffee themes, rustic designs. Its medium-dark character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 2009.
What fabric color works best with Madeira 2009 (Tan Medium Dark)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 2009 has a contrast ratio of about 5.2:1 on white fabric and 4:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.