Depression Glass 303-5DB is a red paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #974953, LRV 12 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Kirsch Red from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #974953 · 303-5DB
Depression Glass
12%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Depression Glass Technical Profile
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Depression Glass in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Depression Glass in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyDepression Glass
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsKirsch Red
Kirsch Red
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Jay’s New Toy
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Crantini
Behr
Nearly identical
Travers Red
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Roasted Pepper
PPG
Very similar
Merlot
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Baked Bahama
Valspar
Very similar
Ode to Joy
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cinnamon Apple
Kilz
Very similar
Eating Room Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Red Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Create .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Depression Glass
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Depression Glass
#974953
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A28371
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Depression Glass
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Depression Glass Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Depression Glass.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Depression Glass — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Depression Glass have?
Depression Glass by Dutch Boy has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Depression Glass in your own space before committing.
What colors match Depression Glass from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Depression Glass are Kirsch Red by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Jay’s New Toy by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Francesca by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Depression Glass's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Depression Glass?
Depression Glass has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Depression Glass's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.