Kirsch Red 6313 is a red paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #974953, LRV 12 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Depression Glass from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #974953 · 6313
Kirsch Red
12%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Kirsch Red Technical Profile
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Kirsch Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Kirsch Red in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsKirsch Red
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyDepression Glass
Depression Glass
Dutch Boy
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 Kirsch Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kirsch Red
#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 Kirsch Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kirsch Red 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Kirsch Red.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Kirsch Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kirsch Red have?
Kirsch Red by Sherwin-Williams 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 Kirsch Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Kirsch Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kirsch Red are Depression Glass by Dutch Boy (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 Kirsch Red'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 Kirsch Red?
Kirsch Red 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Kirsch Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.