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Benjamin Moore Athena (OC-97)

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HEX

#E9E3D3

RGB

233, 227, 211

LRV

78

Code

OC-97

Overview

Benjamin Moore Athena (OC-97) is a neutral white paint color with an LRV of 78. Light — keeps rooms feeling airy and spacious. This versatile shade works beautifully in living room and bedroom settings and pairs well with Modern Farmhouse design styles.

Color Specifications

  • HEX code: #E9E3D3 | RGB: 233, 227, 211
  • Light Reflectance Value (LRV): 78 — Light — keeps rooms feeling airy and spacious
  • Undertone: Neutral — balanced, works with warm and cool accents
  • Color family: White
  • Best for: living room, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen
  • Design styles: Modern Farmhouse, Scandinavian, Transitional

Why Choose This Color

  • Athena is a popular choice among Benjamin Moore colors
  • With an LRV of 78, it reflects significant light
  • The neutral undertone makes it adaptable to any lighting
  • Designers recommend Athena for Modern Farmhouse and Scandinavian aesthetics

How to Use This Color

  1. 1Test Athena with a sample before committing
  2. 2Observe at different times of day
  3. 3Consider the room's orientation
  4. 4Pair with darker trim for contrast
  5. 5Use Benjamin Moore's recommended primer and apply 2 coats

Tags

benjamin-moorewhiteneutrallrv-78living-roombedroombathroomkitchenmodern-farmhousescandinaviantransitional

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Benjamin Moore Athena (OC-97) is a neutral white with LRV 78. Ideal for living room and bedroom.