Kirsch Red
Kirsch Red is a genuinely dark Red from Sherwin-Williams. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. Below, you'll find 2 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#974953
LRV
11.97
Kirsch Red's Color Strip
Kirsch Red is the sixth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Redbud and Luxurious Red. The strip spans from Charming Pink at the lightest end to Luxurious Red at the deepest. Strip 112 lines up the full value range so you can see exactly where this color lands among its closest relatives.
Kirsch Red in Real Rooms
Kirsch Red has a low LRV of 11.97 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. It's neutral in temperature and , making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Red family, the photos below show it applied in a misc and bedroom.
1 Misc Photo
See how Kirsch Red is used in narrow hallways to create a "gallery" feel. The color provides a steady, rhythmic background that allows a series of framed photos or art pieces to feel like a cohesive, professional installation.
Walls painted in Kirsch Red command attention with bold elegance.
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1 Bedroom Photo
To use Kirsch Red in a bedroom is to lean into the concept of "soft minimalism." It provides enough visual interest that you don't need a lot of wall decor; the color itself becomes the art. This allows for a clutter-free environment that is essential for mental clarity at the end of the day.
Bedroom walls in Kirsch Red create dramatic, intimate spaces.
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