Cay vs Thames Fog
Cay is a Sherwin-Williams color while Thames Fog comes from Valspar. Hue-wise, Cay belongs to the blue family and Thames Fog to the grey family. At LRV 58 vs 27, Cay will read as the brighter of the two — a 31-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 27.7, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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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Cay vs Thames Fog Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Cay on one side and Thames Fog 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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