Sherwin-Williams • 7601

Dockside Blue

Name: Sherwin-Williams Dockside Blue 7601
Brand: Sherwin-Williams

Dockside Blue is a versatile Blue from Sherwin-Williams. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to perfect for adding character to any space. Below, you'll find 4 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.

Hex

#A0B3BC

LRV

43.13

Light Reflectance Value

43.13

medium

Temperaturecool

SaturationMuted

Collection

Living Well Timeless Color Wall

Dockside Blue's Color Strip

Dockside Blue is the first shade on this 7-color strip, the lightest in this coordinated family. As part of strip 280, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.

C1Dockside Blue

C2Adrift C3Poolhouse C4Blue Cruise C5Georgian Revival Blue C6Turkish Tile C7St. Bart's

Dockside Blue in Real Rooms

Dockside Blue has a medium-high LRV of 43.13 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy. It's cool-toned and , so it will lean blue or gray under cool north-facing light and soften in warmer evening light. Grouped in the Blue family, the photos below show it applied in a kitchen cabinets, bathroom, front door and living room.

1 Kitchen Cabinets Photo

Dockside Blue cabinets paired with a matching backsplash create a "monolith" look that is incredibly popular in contemporary design. It's a bold, seamless approach that makes the kitchen feel integrated into the home's overall architecture.

Sherwin Williams Dockside Blue Kitchen Cabinets

@mi.islandhome

1 Bathroom Photo

For bathrooms with limited natural light, Dockside Blue provides a necessary "glow." It uses its subtle undertones to mimic the warmth of sunlight, preventing the space from feeling subterranean or overly dark, even in windowless layouts.

Dockside Blue Bathroom

@buildingwithmilhaus

1 Front Door Photo

A front door in Dockside Blue is a timeless choice that won't feel dated as trends shift. It's a versatile hue that can adapt to different porch decor—from modern planters to traditional rockers—with effortless ease.

Dockside Blue Door

@duhoncustomgates

1 Living Room Photo

For open-concept living rooms, Dockside Blue is a powerful tool for definition. It has enough presence to signal where the living area begins without creating a harsh visual break from the rest of the house. It defines the "zone" of relaxation through color psychology and sophisticated depth.