Instant Relief vs Thames Fog
Where Instant Relief belongs to PPG's range, Thames Fog is a Valspar color. Instant Relief (LRV 79) reflects noticeably more light than Thames Fog (LRV 27), a difference of 52 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 32.5, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question.
Instant Relief vs Thames Fog Color Comparison
Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.
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