2014 — Tan Ultra Very Light
Oranges family
Madeira 2014 (Tan Ultra Very Light) is a light, highly saturated orange shade with hex code #F4C99C and RGB values 244, 201, 156. Below you'll find the closest Valdani, Crescent Colours, and DMC equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Madeira shades and color harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 2014
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 2014
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 2014
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
With its high saturation, Madeira 2014 (Tan Ultra Very Light) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
Color Harmonies for Madeira 2014
Madeira threads that pair well with 2014, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Madeira 2014 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Madeira 2014
Meet Madeira 2014, Tan Ultra Very Light — a highly saturated, light thread in the oranges family with warm tangerine tones. Its gentle and clear presence shines in autumn leaves and sunsets alike. Pull this thread for warm accents or seasonal designs when you need a dependable shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Madeira 2014 — what color is it?
The color of Madeira 2014 is Tan Ultra Very Light — a light orange thread (hex #F4C99C, RGB 244, 201, 156). It shows up most in citrus motifs and fox designs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Madeira 2014?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 2014 (Tan Ultra Very Light) is DMC 951 (Tawny light) with a 87% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 739 (Tan ultra very light, 84%) and DMC 20 (Shrimp, 76%).
Which Madeira threads are close to 2014?
The closest Madeira threads to 2014 are 2512 Golden Brown Light (ΔE 6.36), 2013 Tan Very Light (ΔE 7.58), and 2308 Flesh Light (ΔE 7.83). These are useful substitutes when 2014 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Madeira 2014 good for?
Madeira 2014 (Tan Ultra Very Light) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring citrus motifs, fox designs, fall harvest scenes, monarch butterflies. Its light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 2014.
What fabric color works best with Madeira 2014 (Tan Ultra Very Light)?
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground. For reference, 2014 has a contrast ratio of about 1.5:1 on white fabric and 13.7:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.