DMC 498 Dark Red
DMC 498 Dark Red is a Reds family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#A7132B and RGB 167, 19, 43. The closest substitute is DMC 304 Medium Red.
Color values
| DMC code | 498 |
|---|---|
| Name | Dark Red |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #A7132B |
| RGB | 167, 19, 43 |
| HSL | 350°, 80%, 36% |
Hex and RGB values describe how the thread renders on screen; dye lots and lighting make real floss vary slightly.
Closest DMC substitutes
| Substitute | Details | Closeness |
|---|---|---|
| 304 Medium Red | View color | Very close |
| 816 Garnet | View color | Close |
| 321 Red | View color | Close |
| 347 Very Dark Salmon | View color | Close |
| 815 Medium Garnet | View color | Close |
| 3831 Dark Raspberry | View color | Similar |
Ratings use perceptual CIELAB color distance, the same math as the DMC color matcher. Compare physical skeins in daylight before substituting in large areas.
How to use DMC 498 in patterns
Dark Red sits in the Reds family and works as a warm accent color. It is a natural fit for flowers, hearts, berries, lettering, and holiday details, and for small focal points that need strong contrast.
- Pairs well with deep neutrals, soft pinks, cream backgrounds.
- Pattern ideas: rose motifs, Valentine designs, Christmas ornaments.
- Also useful for warm shadows in portraits and gift patterns.
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