M31 — Monochrome
Grays family#76757A
Looking up Valdani M31? It's Monochrome, a medium gray shade (#76757A / RGB 118, 117, 122). Scroll down for Sullivans, Cosmo, and Classic Colorworks equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Valdani alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for Valdani M31
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 M31
Closest Valdani threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Valdani M31
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Valdani is hand-dyed, so Valdani M31 (Monochrome) carries subtle tonal shifts skein to skein. Buy enough for a project in one dye lot, and stitch in a random or cross-country order to blend any variation.
Its nearest neighbor, Valdani 120 (Medium Gray), is barely a step away (ΔE 2.29). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for Valdani M31
Valdani threads that pair well with M31, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Grays Family
ValdaniM31 in context with nearby shades from the grays color family.
About Valdani M31
A medium, subdued entry in the grays family, Valdani M31 carries the name Monochrome. The shade reads as steady and quiet — a go-to choice for slate textures and rabbit fur. It also turns up in patterns built around shading and outlines.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Valdani M31?
Valdani M31 is called Monochrome. It's a medium gray shade (hex #76757A, RGB 118, 117, 122) in the grays family, commonly used for elephant motifs, cobblestone paths, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Valdani M31?
The closest DMC match for Valdani M31 (Monochrome) is DMC 414 (Steel Grey dark) with a 67% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 451 (Shell Grey dark, 65%) and DMC 169 (Pewter light, 64%).
What's a good substitute for Valdani M31?
The closest Valdani threads to M31 are 120 Medium Gray (ΔE 2.29), M46 Denim Light (ΔE 8.21), and O561 Shimmering Denim (ΔE 8.62). These are useful substitutes when M31 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Valdani M31?
Cross-stitchers pull Valdani M31 (Monochrome) for charts featuring elephant motifs, cobblestone paths, industrial designs, wolf patterns. The medium tone reads cleanly on its own and slots into multi-color palettes — see the color harmonies below for pairing ideas.
Does Valdani M31 (Monochrome) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like M31 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.