DMC E436 Golden Oak
DMC E436 Golden Oak is a metallic DMC Light Effects thread with on-screen hex value
#996633 and RGB 153, 102, 51. Use it for sparkle accents rather than large filled areas.
Color values
| DMC code | E436 |
|---|---|
| Name | Golden Oak |
| Range | DMC Light Effects (metallic) |
| Hex | #996633 |
| RGB | 153, 102, 51 |
| HSL | 30°, 50%, 40% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 434 Light Brown | View color | Close |
| 420 Dark Hazelnut Brown | View color | Close |
| 3826 Golden Brown | View color | Close |
| 167 Very Dark Yellow Beige | View color | Close |
| 435 Very Light Brown | View color | Close |
| 780 Ultra Very Dark Topaz | View color | Close |
Ratings use perceptual CIELAB color distance, the same math as the DMC color matcher. Compare physical skeins in daylight before substituting in large areas.
Stitching with DMC Light Effects
Golden Oak is a metallic Light Effects thread. The finish matters more than the hue: it catches light in a way matte cotton cannot, so use it for sparkle accents, stars, ornaments, and lettering highlights rather than large filled areas. Metallic thread frays faster, so stitch with shorter lengths and a slightly larger needle.
The nearest Stranded Cotton colors below match on screen color only; none of them will replicate the metallic sheen.
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