# Benjamin Moore Scenic Drive

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-scenic-drive-697](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-scenic-drive-697)

Benjamin Moore Scenic Drive 697 is a muted mid-tone green with a noticeable gray cast that keeps it soft and grounded. Its low saturation gives it a weathered, natural look rather than a bright botanical feel. In daylight, Scenic Drive can read as a calm eucalyptus green, while dimmer or cooler light may pull forward more of its silvery gray side. It suits bedrooms, bathrooms, mudrooms, and living spaces where a subdued wall color is wanted without turning the room dark. Pair it with warm white trim, pale oak, linen upholstery, aged brass, or charcoal accents for contrast.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Benjamin Moore
- **Color name:** Scenic Drive
- **Color code:** 697
- **HEX:** #9CAC9E
- **RGB:** 156, 172, 158
- **LRV:** 39.61%
- **Brightness:** Mid-tone
- **Color families:** Green
- **Temperature:** cool
- **Undertones:** green

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 127° Saturation: 9.3% Value: 67.45%
- **HSL:** hsl(127, 9, 64)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 9.3 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 8.14 Key: 32.55
- **YIQ:** Y: 165.62 I: -5.036 Q: -7.741
- **XYZ:** X: 34.633 Y: 39.041 Z: 38.05
- **CIE Lab:** L:68.781 a:-8.312 b:5.302
- **CIE Luv:** L:68.781 u:-8.234 v:9.04
- **Decimal:** 10267806
- **Hunter Lab:** 62.483, -10.407, 7.633

## Equivalent and related colors
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## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Benjamin Moore Pearl](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-pearl-cw-640)
- [Benjamin Moore Imperial Gray](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-imperial-gray-1571)
- [Benjamin Moore Silver Marlin](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-silver-marlin-2139-50)
- [Benjamin Moore Woodland Green](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-woodland-green-459)
- [Benjamin Moore Sage Tint](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-sage-tint-458)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [Benjamin Moore Grenadier Pond](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-grenadier-pond-698)

## Complementary colors
- [Benjamin Moore Iris Bliss](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-iris-bliss-1383)
- [Benjamin Moore Grappa](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-grappa-1393)
- [Benjamin Moore Wild Orchid](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-wild-orchid-2072-40)
- [Benjamin Moore Black Raspberry](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-black-raspberry-2072-20)
- [Benjamin Moore Purple Lotus](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-purple-lotus-2072-30)
- [Benjamin Moore Easter Ribbon](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-easter-ribbon-1381)
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Official product page: https://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-colors/color/697

## Important note

Digital color values and matches are approximate. Screens, lighting, paint finish, surface texture, and application method can change how a color appears. Test a physical paint sample before making a final decision.