Taupe is one of thoseneutral shades.
Taupe is somewhere between gray and brown, with many different shades of taupe in between.
It is sometimes confused for gray or beige, but what makes ittaupeis its gray and brown mixture.
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A cooler taupe has more green undertones, while a warm taupe has more pink or violet.
Thomas suggests using the paint color in any space that lacks natural light.
Brights, pastels, and more neutralsthey all work!
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“It is the ideal color when you do not want white walls.
Adding a single accent colorto a neutral room keeps it from being boring.
Consider pops of aqua or soft yellow, for example, in a room dominated by taupe.
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One of their favorites is Smoke & Ash by Dunn Edwards Paints.
The earthy paint color works beautifully with brass accents and wood details.
One of his go-to shades when designing interiors for clients is Antiquing by Magnolia Home.
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Use wider roller covers to speed up your paint time.
If you arepainting many walls in your home, an 18-inch roller will speed up the process considerably.
One of her favorites for room warming appeal is Smokestack by Behr.
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It is a beautiful light neutral with a gorgeous warm undertone.
“The paint is a warm and grayish taupe that fits right in with the emergingdesert modern aesthetic.
It is the perfect neutral backdrop for natural accents like leather, wool, and wood.”
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Pair it with black accents for a moodier feel.
But this warm shade of taupe-gray is serene and neutral.
This is the color of taupe you choose when you’re torn between shades.
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It’s perfectly versatile, blending perfectly with any decor.
It’s a taupe that feels warm and has notes of rich brown.
It’s not too light or too dark, but just cozy enough to add depth to your space.
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Best Earthy Taupe: Behr Creamy Mushroom
CreamyMushroomis the perfect name for this earthy taupe from Behr.
It’s instantly relaxing thanks to its ability to evoke Mother Nature.
Imagine it in a serene living room with sage green and smoky blue complementing its subdued look.
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Try it onkitchen cabinetsor layer it with saturated yet muted colors for a rich look.
This shade of taupe sits right in between brown,greige, and gray.
Designers agree this shade of taupe is agreeable with any decor and any color.
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Try it in a neutral sunroom or living space.
Try it with accents of blush pink or muted seaglass blue.
Beige is a sandy, warm color, while taupe leans more towards a gray-brown.
