12 Colors

This 1942 Glidden brochure features SPRED, a washable, water-thin paint designed for interior surfaces, offered in a flat finish. The 12 colors reflect the early 1940s interior palette, emphasizing soft pastels and gentle neutrals similar to Benjamin Moore’s SANI-FLAT line. Shades include Peach, Orchid, Light Buff, Soft Green, and Powder Blue, providing a subtle, understated color scheme ideal for walls, trim, and decorative woodwork.

Originally flat, these colors are available in flat or eggshell, allowing for historically accurate finishes while accommodating modern preferences for slight sheen.

Ideal for:

• Restoring early 1940s interiors with historically accurate pastel colors

• Period-appropriate wall and trim finishes

• Modern interiors seeking soft, muted, and washable tones

Note: Original flat sheen is preserved; eggshell available.

Color Matching & Sample Disclaimer

We define our historic color matches as precison-matched in hue to original manufacturer references. Each 8 oz sample is produced in our standard match grade to accurately represent the color.

Due to differences between paint products and finishes, the same color may vary slightly when produced in other grades or sheens.

Higher-grade paint options are available for final applications, just as with full home orders.

Upgrade for Best Results

Your sample represents the color. Your final paint determines the finish.

For full projects, we recommend upgrading to a higher-performance paint line for superior coverage, durability, and overall appearance—especially on exteriors and detailed trim.

Contact us for recommendations based on your specific project.