Sherwin-Williams • 0031

Dutch Tile Blue

Name: Sherwin-Williams Dutch Tile Blue 0031
Brand: Sherwin-Williams

Dutch Tile 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 28 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.

Hex

#9AABAB

LRV

38.94

Light Reflectance Value

38.94

medium

Temperaturecool

SaturationMuted

Dutch Tile Blue in Real Rooms

Dutch Tile Blue has a medium-high LRV of 38.94 — 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 bathroom, bedroom, front door, home office, house, kitchen, living room and kitchen cabinets.

1 Bathroom Photo

The psychology of Dutch Tile Blue in a bathroom is all about the "slow down." It's a visual cue to breathe, relax, and take your time, turning a utilitarian room into a true retreat from the frantic pace of the rest of the world.

Dutch Tile Blue Bathroom

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5 Bedroom Photos

The bedroom is where Dutch Tile Blue really earns its place as a sanctuary. Away from direct sunlight, the color settles into a rich, cocooning tone that actively promotes rest and psychological slowing. Pair it with crisp white bedding and warm-toned wood nightstands to keep the overall palette from feeling too heavy or closed-in.

Dutch Tile Blue Bedroom

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SW Dutch Tile Blue bedroom interior

@prepfordwife

SW Dutch Tile Blue kids' room shiplap

@thisyunkyhouse

SW Dutch Tile Blue shiplap room

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Dutch tile blue bedroom

@homeonsunburst

3 Front Door Photos

A front door in Dutch Tile Blue changes the entire read of a facade without requiring a renovation. The color is strong enough to register from the street but refined enough not to feel like a statement for its own sake. It's the "handshake" of the home.

Dutch Tile Blue Front Door

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SW Dutch Tile Blue front door color

@nestrs

Dutch tile blue door

@maplewoodcustomcarpentry

1 Home Office Photo

Dutch Tile Blue in a home office signals that the space was thought about. The color holds up under the scrutiny of video calls without feeling staged, and it stays comfortable across the full working day in a way that brighter colors often don't.

Dutch Tile Blue Home Office

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4 House Photos

When choosing Dutch Tile Blue for an exterior, you are opting for a color that respects the landscape. It feels like it grew out of the earth rather than being dropped onto it, creating a harmonious relationship between the architecture and the garden.

Dutch Tile Blue House

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Sherwin Williams Dutch Tile Blue house exterior color review

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Sherwin Williams Dutch Tile Blue house exterior color paint

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Dutch tile blue exterior

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3 Kitchen Photos

Using Dutch Tile Blue in the kitchen allows the architectural details—like open shelving or a custom range hood—to stand out. It creates a soft-focus background that makes even a simple stack of white plates look like a deliberate design choice.

Dutch Tile Blue Kitchen

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Sherwin Williams Dutch Tile Blue kitchen paint review

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Sherwin Williams Dutch Tile Blue kitchen paint

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8 Living Room Photos

In a living room, Dutch Tile Blue acts as a bridge between the indoors and the view outside. It carries the organic weight of the natural world into the home, allowing the greenery from windows to pop while keeping the interior feeling protected and private. Pair it with oversized plants and ceramic vessels for a full organic-modern aesthetic.

Dutch Tile Blue Living Room

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3 Kitchen Cabinets Photos

Dutch Tile 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.

Sw 0031 kitchen

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Sw Dutch Tile Blue kitchen

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Sw dutch tile blue kitchen

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