Oatmeal vs Spring Thaw
Both are PPG colors. Hue-wise, Oatmeal belongs to the beige-greige family and Spring Thaw to the blue-grey family. At LRV 76 vs 71, Oatmeal will read as the brighter of the two — a 5-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 8.1, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.
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Oatmeal vs Spring Thaw Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Oatmeal on one side and Spring Thaw on the other.
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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