2212 — Topaz Dark
Browns family
Looking up Madeira 2212? It's Topaz Dark, a medium-dark brown shade (#B5750D / RGB 181, 117, 13). Scroll down for Cosmo, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Madeira alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 2212
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 2212
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 2212
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Madeira 2212 (Topaz Dark) is vivid enough to carry a focal point; use it sparingly for accents so it stays the star rather than competing across the whole piece.
Its nearest neighbor, Madeira 2211 (Topaz Medium Dark), is barely a step away (ΔE 1.54). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for Madeira 2212
Madeira threads that pair well with 2212, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Browns Family
Madeira 2212 in context with nearby shades from the browns color family.
About Madeira 2212
A medium-dark, highly saturated entry in the browns family, Madeira 2212 carries the name Topaz Dark with golden brown tones. The shade reads as strong and rich — a go-to choice for wooden textures and coffee themes. It also turns up in patterns built around rustic designs and leather accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Madeira 2212?
Madeira 2212 is called Topaz Dark. It's a medium-dark brown shade (hex #B5750D, RGB 181, 117, 13) in the browns family, commonly used for gingerbread themes, tree trunks, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Madeira 2212?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 2212 (Topaz Dark) is DMC 3852 (Straw very dark) with a 79% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 680 (Old Gold dark, 72%) and DMC 3829 (Old Gold very dark, 66%).
What's a good substitute for Madeira 2212?
The closest Madeira threads to 2212 are 2211 Topaz Medium Dark (ΔE 1.54), 2011 Tan (ΔE 3.6), and 2210 Gold Dark (ΔE 4.93). These are useful substitutes when 2212 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Madeira 2212?
Cross-stitchers pull Madeira 2212 (Topaz Dark) for charts featuring gingerbread themes, tree trunks, earth tones, animal fur. The medium-dark tone reads cleanly on its own and slots into multi-color palettes — see the color harmonies below for pairing ideas.
What fabric color works best with Madeira 2212 (Topaz 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, 2212 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.