Shady Lane 497 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #77764E, LRV 17 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Garnish from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #77764E · 497
Shady Lane
17%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Shady Lane Technical Profile
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Shady Lane in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shady Lane in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreShady Lane
Nearly identical
BehrGarnish
Garnish
Behr
Nearly identical
European Olive
PPG
Nearly identical
June Moss
Kilz
Nearly identical
Olive Grey
RAL
Very similar
Bonsai
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Tuscany Hillside
Vista Paint
Very similar
Jungle Thicket
Valspar
Very similar
Ferned Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Relentless Olive
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sap Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Tropical Twist
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shady Lane
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shady Lane
#77764E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D9563
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shady Lane
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shady Lane Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Shady Lane.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shady Lane — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shady Lane have?
Shady Lane by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Shady Lane in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shady Lane from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shady Lane are Garnish by Behr (a near-identical match), Palm Desert by Behr (a near-identical match), European Olive by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Shady Lane's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Shady Lane?
Shady Lane has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Shady Lane's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.