This creamy neutral is the key to a more welcoming space.

Kara Childress, Inc. “Were seeing this warm, versatile hue take overkitchen cabinets, bathrooms, and furniture.

Its subtle tone makes it an ideal base for a monochromatic palette.”

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“Taupe provides more depth and luxury than classic bright white.”

Taupe Can Serve as a Backdrop for Bold Color

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Try it withvibrant colorsthat you wouldn’t expectit can temper them just enough to make the colors more liveable.

Taupe kitchen

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“My living rooms, time and again, are anchored by a palette of neutrals and taupes.

The look is refined yet welcoming.”

Depending on those undertones, it can go with a myriad of other finishes and hardware.

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“I think the greatest part about taupe is that it can have a multitude of undertones.

Taupe can give you a classic look on cabinetry, but add a bit more interest than white.

It is also a wonderful color to mix and match finishes with.

Vibrant room with taupe walls

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Copper, unlacquered brass, polished nickel and oil rubbed bronze all go incredibly well,” explains Harrison.

Taupe living room with ranch styling

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Taupe kitchen

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Taupe built-ins with wallpaper background

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Taupe bedroom

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