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Sherwin Williams Dockside Blue SW7601

Dockside Blue

Sherwin Williams

SW7601

About Dockside Blue by Sherwin Williams

Dockside Blue SW7601 by Sherwin Williams is a mid cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 43% and hue near 199° for steady results across rooms. Gives balance to offices, kitchens, and entries. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 43.3%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #a0b3bc

RGB: 160, 179, 188

Hue199°

Saturation17%

Lightness68%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

These are close matches to Dockside Blue from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Dockside Blue looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Dockside Blue SW7601 a warm or cool color?
Dockside Blue by Sherwin Williams is a cool mid tone color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Dockside Blue?
Dockside Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 199°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Dockside Blue?
Brightness is about 43%. Saturation is around 17%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 68%. Hue is close to 199°. The hex value is #a0b3bc. The RGB value is 160, 179, 188.
Is Dockside Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Dockside Blue has brightness around 43%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Dockside Blue?
You can match Dockside Blue with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Dockside Blue work best in a home?
Dockside Blue works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Dockside Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Dockside Blue is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and mid tone color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Sherwin Williams

These lighter shades sit above Dockside Blue in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

These colors drop a bit below Dockside Blue in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Dockside Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Dockside Blue. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.