120 — Medium Gray
Grays family#7B7A81
Valdani 120 (Medium Gray) is a medium, subdued gray shade with hex code #7B7A81 and RGB values 123, 122, 129. Below you'll find the closest Gentle Art Sampler, Crescent Colors, and DMC equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Valdani shades and color harmony pairings.
About Valdani 120
Valdani 6-Ply Floss
- Strands
- 6 ply
Brand Equivalents for Valdani 120
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Crescent Colors
Similar Valdani Colors to 120
Closest Valdani threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Valdani 120
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Hand-dyed threads like Valdani 120 (Medium Gray) are never perfectly flat; expect soft variegation. Stock up in a single dye lot up front, since later batches can read noticeably different.
Valdani 120 (Medium Gray) sits a hair from Valdani M31 (Monochrome) (ΔE 2.29) — 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 Valdani 120
Valdani threads that pair well with 120, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Grays Family
Valdani120 in context with nearby shades from the grays color family.
About Valdani 120
Meet Valdani 120, Medium Gray — a subdued, medium thread in the grays family. Its restrained and earthy presence shines in shading and outlines alike. Pull this thread for urban scenes or neutral backgrounds when you need a dependable shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Valdani 120 — what color is it?
The color of Valdani 120 is Medium Gray — a medium gray thread (hex #7B7A81, RGB 123, 122, 129). It shows up most in industrial designs and wolf patterns.
What is the DMC equivalent of Valdani 120?
The closest DMC match for Valdani 120 (Medium Gray) is DMC 318 (Steel Grey light) with a 68% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 414 (Steel Grey dark, 61%) and DMC 169 (Pewter light, 61%).
Which Valdani threads are close to 120?
The closest Valdani threads to 120 are M31 Monochrome (ΔE 2.29), O561 Shimmering Denim (ΔE 6.47), and M46 Denim Light (ΔE 6.6). These are useful substitutes when 120 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Valdani 120 good for?
Valdani 120 (Medium Gray) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring industrial designs, wolf patterns, storm cloud accents, slate textures. Its medium tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 120.
Does Valdani 120 (Medium Gray) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 120 are never perfectly flat, and later dye lots can read differently. Reserve one lot per project and avoid stitching in strict rows to keep the mottling even.