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Benjamin Moore Scenic Drive 697

Scenic Drive

Benjamin Moore

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About Scenic Drive by Benjamin Moore

Scenic Drive 697 by Benjamin Moore is a mid neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 39% and hue near 128° for steady results across rooms. Reliable on feature walls and full rooms. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 39%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #9cac9e

RGB: 156, 172, 158

Hue128°

Saturation9%

Lightness64%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Scenic Drive 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 Scenic Drive looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Scenic Drive 697 a warm or cool color?
Scenic Drive by Benjamin Moore is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Scenic Drive?
Scenic Drive sits in the green family. Its hue is about 128°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Scenic Drive?
Brightness is about 39%. Saturation is around 9%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 64%. Hue is close to 128°. The hex value is #9cac9e. The RGB value is 156, 172, 158.
Is Scenic Drive better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Scenic Drive has brightness around 39%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Scenic Drive?
You can match Scenic Drive 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 Scenic Drive work best in a home?
Scenic Drive 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 Scenic Drive compare to a pure white paint?
Scenic Drive is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Alternate Colors by other brands

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