update the cabinetry to a warm matte taupe brown with subtle beige undertones similar to a desaturated mushroom brown the tone sits between farrow ball mouse s back and benjamin moore smokey taupe offering a refined contemporary neutral that avoids red or yellow shifts the finish should remain smooth low gloss and uniform apply this exact taupe brown color only to the kitchen cabinets do not modify the color of any walls backsplash flooring or surrounding architectural elements