2212 — Topaz Dark
Browns family#BD8500
Looking up Madeira 2212? It's Topaz Dark, a medium-dark brown shade (#BD8500 / RGB 189, 133, 0). Scroll down for Cosmo, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Madeira alternatives and curated color harmonies.
About Madeira 2212
Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 10 m
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 2212
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 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 2514 (Golden Brown Medium), is barely a step away (ΔE 2.52). 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
Madeira2212 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 #BD8500, RGB 189, 133, 0) 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 77% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3820 (Straw dark, 68%) and DMC 729 (Old Gold medium, 67%).
What's a good substitute for Madeira 2212?
The closest Madeira threads to 2212 are 2514 Golden Brown Medium (ΔE 2.52), 2407 Straw Very Dark (ΔE 5.45), and 2210 Gold Dark (ΔE 5.76). 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 3.2:1 on white fabric and 6.5:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.