160 — Light Maroon
Reds family#99513F
Valdani 160 — Light Maroon — has hex #99513F and RGB 153, 81, 63. This medium, moderately saturated red thread sits alongside its closest DMC, Anchor, and Madeira matches below, with 8 similar Valdani shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
About Valdani 160
Valdani 6-Ply Floss
- Strands
- 6 ply
Brand Equivalents for Valdani 160
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 160
Closest Valdani threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Valdani 160
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Hand-dyed threads like Valdani 160 (Light Maroon) are never perfectly flat; expect soft variegation. Stock up in a single dye lot up front, since later batches can read noticeably different.
Valdani 160 (Light Maroon) sits a hair from Valdani H201 (Rust) (ΔE 2.43) — 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 160
Valdani threads that pair well with 160, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Valdani160 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Valdani 160
Meet Valdani 160, Light Maroon — a moderately saturated, medium thread in the reds family with red-orange tones. Its tone is steady and rich, making it a popular choice for roses and hearts. It pairs nicely in designs that call for holiday designs or bold accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Valdani 160 — what color is it?
The color of Valdani 160 is Light Maroon — a medium red thread (hex #99513F, RGB 153, 81, 63). It shows up most in cardinal birds and apple motifs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Valdani 160?
The closest DMC match for Valdani 160 (Light Maroon) is DMC 3772 (Desert Sand very dark) with a 82% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 356 (Terra Cotta medium, 74%) and DMC 301 (Mahogany medium, 70%).
Which Valdani threads are close to 160?
The closest Valdani threads to 160 are H201 Rust (ΔE 2.43), 159 Rusty (ΔE 2.44), and 812 Brick Medium (ΔE 4.05). These are useful substitutes when 160 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Valdani 160 good for?
Valdani 160 (Light Maroon) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cardinal birds, apple motifs, ladybug designs, barn scenes. 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 160.
Does Valdani 160 (Light Maroon) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 160 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.