Reflecting Pool
Often used for its versatile qualities, Reflecting Pool remains a staple for Sherwin-Williams designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to add character and warmth to any space. We've gathered 15 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#7BB1B2
LRV
38.75
Reflecting Pool's Color Strip
Reflecting Pool is the fourth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Blithe Blue and Cloudburst. The strip spans from Meander Blue at the lightest end to Really Teal at the deepest. Color strip 171 groups these shades together so you can see how each reads next to its neighbors.
Reflecting Pool in Real Rooms
Reflecting Pool has a medium-high LRV of 38.75 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy. It's neutral in temperature and , making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Blue family, the photos below show it applied in a bathroom, misc, living room and front door.
2 Bathroom Photos
The interaction between Reflecting Pool and steam or humidity creates a beautiful, diffused atmosphere in a bathroom. It's a color that feels "alive," shifting slightly in character as the environment changes during a hot shower or a long soak.
Bathroom walls in Reflecting Pool evoke calming, serene elegance.
@eclecticowl
Bathroom surfaces in Reflecting Pool create peaceful retreat aesthetic.
@prodigiouspainting
7 Misc Photos
These examples of Reflecting Pool in transitional spaces—like entryways or landings—show how the color can act as a "thread" that ties the upper and lower floors of a house together into one cohesive story.
Furniture painted in Reflecting Pool brings coastal sophistication indoors.
@julie_simpleredesign
1 Living Room Photo
Choosing Reflecting Pool for a main living area is a commitment to timelessness. It avoids the trend-cycle fatigue of brighter hues, offering a sophisticated neutrality that can be reimagined every few years simply by swapping out textiles or accent pillows. It is the ultimate foundation for an evolving home.
Wall color Reflecting Pool creates a calm backdrop in this serene living room.
@cathykaczmarczyk
5 Front Door Photos
A front door in Reflecting Pool 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.
Front door painted in Reflecting Pool makes a welcoming cool-toned statement.
@cottagecomfortshome
Entryway door in Reflecting Pool offers a sophisticated, calming first impression.
@therealtorrn
Bold front door in Reflecting Pool draws the eye with understated elegance.
@itech_painters
Entry doors in Reflecting Pool create an inviting, tranquil threshold.
@aliciajoyadams
Doors finished in Reflecting Pool deliver a serene, polished appearance.
@palmettosweetheart
