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LynnJeff · 04-23-2012, 01:23 PM

I don't know how 'picky' you are, but this color is a "warm pink tone taupe" and any good designer will tell you that taupe and sand are two very different base colors and the colors that match them are very different (even though some people and companies mix the names). I know because we have the same thing in our 1990 bus (no matter how many upgrades you do, most folks still have their walls). You probably also have the Corian countertops in the bedroom and kitchen? With probably the Corian "sandstone" color which is described as a 'warm taupe'? http://www.troutlakearts.com/colorhtms/sandstone.htm And probably a stripe in the Corian?

You think something matches but once inside it looks 'funny' and of course, different light can make those walls look even 'pinker'.

Taupe loves: pure white paint, dark-stained wood, purple undertoned natural linens, grey or blue limestone, silver and chrome, companionship with grey or brown, dramatic accents of green, purple or red, and clear glass.
Taupe hates: anything with yellow (like gold hardware), golden woods (oak), yellow-hued linens, tan leathers, beige stone, accessories with yellow, dark cream or ivory with yellow tones. see http://www.cocotte-design.com/en/new...t-Feeling.html

I'm still trying to figure out the color deal....especially if you have a couch that has more of a beige tone...... Good luck!

FYI, don't forget about how humidity affects hardwood floors so where you travel may make a difference?

Lynn and Jeff
1990 42.6" Newell #234, Newell Factory Upgrade 2008, Homegrown Upgrade 2012
30' ATC Stacker Trailer

04-23-2012, 01:23 PM	#7
LynnJeff Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 22	I don't know how 'picky' you are, but this color is a "warm pink tone taupe" and any good designer will tell you that taupe and sand are two very different base colors and the colors that match them are very different (even though some people and companies mix the names). I know because we have the same thing in our 1990 bus (no matter how many upgrades you do, most folks still have their walls). You probably also have the Corian countertops in the bedroom and kitchen? With probably the Corian "sandstone" color which is described as a 'warm taupe'? http://www.troutlakearts.com/colorhtms/sandstone.htm And probably a stripe in the Corian? You think something matches but once inside it looks 'funny' and of course, different light can make those walls look even 'pinker'. Taupe loves: pure white paint, dark-stained wood, purple undertoned natural linens, grey or blue limestone, silver and chrome, companionship with grey or brown, dramatic accents of green, purple or red, and clear glass. Taupe hates: anything with yellow (like gold hardware), golden woods (oak), yellow-hued linens, tan leathers, beige stone, accessories with yellow, dark cream or ivory with yellow tones. see http://www.cocotte-design.com/en/new...t-Feeling.html I'm still trying to figure out the color deal....especially if you have a couch that has more of a beige tone...... Good luck! FYI, don't forget about how humidity affects hardwood floors so where you travel may make a difference? Lynn and Jeff 1990 42.6" Newell #234, Newell Factory Upgrade 2008, Homegrown Upgrade 2012 30' ATC Stacker Trailer