red brick house with a conservatory

Finding paint colours that complement red brick can be a challenge. While reddish brick has a charm of its own, this material often needs a helping hand to make an exterior shine. Exterior paint colours are an easy way to overhaul the outside of your home, while the right shades can also bring new life to a red brick wall. 

When coating exterior brick, many people keep it simple with cream-white hues or a grey paint colour. While these colours always go down well, they’re not your only option if you’re looking for something to compliment red brick house facades. If you want to take a different route, play around with dark blue, gorgeous greige, or even a green paint colour

The best exterior paint colours can also be used to enhance your interiors. These hard-wearing colours go with red brick architectural details, like exposed walls and rustic chimney breasts. 

At Tikkurila, our exterior paint colour collection is packed with premium shades for you to consider. Whether you’re looking to combine black and red brick, or use a more low-key pairing, you’re bound to find something that fits the bill. Explore the full range today and order paint samples so you can see what works best for your space.

White & Off White

White
Pure, Unedited White
Arctic Fox S503
A Pure White With A Soft Touch Of Yellow
Snowdrift L503
White With A Touch Of Blue

Wondering what colour paint goes with red brick? White paint will also work well with a red brick house. Whether you’re using it to paint entire sections of your facade or simply want the perfect trim colour, white and off-white shades are the way to go. 

An edited paint colour like White is perfect for those final touches. Use it to spruce up the outside of your property, or use it as a dazzling alternative to light grey walls in the inside of your home. 

Looking for something with more complexity? A pure white with hints of yellow like Arctic Fox S503 will go with red brick beautifully. You can even use it as a white trim to overhaul your interiors. 

If you’re searching for something with cooler undertones, consider Snowdrift L503. This works well as an exterior paint colour for more contemporary properties, with the blue undertones working nicely with sleek architectural details.

Greige

Dream X459
A Warm Greige With Green And Grey Undertones
Angel's Wing
Grey-Beige With A Hint Of Peach
Castle J484
A Warm Greige

Greige is becoming increasingly popular as an interior and exterior brick and paint colour. Combining elements of contemporary grey and earthy beige, it’s ideal for adding some understated elegance to your property. 

If your exteriors are looking bare, use a warm greige like Dream X459. With its grey and green undertones, it will pair nicely with surrounding natural accents and foliage. 

For a more playful finish, use something like Angel’s Wing. This classic greige is enriched with a hint of peach, making it perfect for coating interior sections of exposed red brick. 

Searching for greige paint colours that go with red brick? Castle J484 is a classic greige shade. Warm and understated, it’ll make a welcome addition to any building. 

Sage Green

Nephrite N494
Dark Sage Green
River Thames Green
Medium Sage
Serpentine V447
Medium Sage Green

Green and red work incredibly well together, especially when used outside. Sage green is a fine choice for brick facades, but also gives garden walls a new lease of life. 

If you’re not afraid of darker colours, go with something like Nephrite N494. This intense sage green will add depth and drama to brickwork, while coordinating nicely with outdoor areas. 

For a more pared-back makeover, consider River Thames Green. This medium sage paint colour works well with properties of any age, while it also makes a welcome addition to interior walls. 

If these paint colours are too subtle for your liking, there’s always Serpentine V447. This medium sage is slightly more intense than some of our other options, with more grey thrown into the mix. 

Teal

Trade Wind H441
Pale Teal With Mint Hues
Peacock M366
Deep Teal
Blue Girl Blue
Muted Teal

Thinking about updating your front door or window teams with a new lick of paint? You’ll want a colour that’s sympathetic to red brickwork. Teal is the obvious choice if you’re looking to make a statement, with this intense blue pairing well with the rich red pigment of brick. 

Trade Wind H441 is a good option if you’re thinking about a more understated teal. Although pale, the minty undertones make it an incredibly refreshing addition to any exterior. 

Peacock M366 is a far more intense take on teal. This luxurious hue will turn your front door into a thing of beauty, with the intense tones pairing nicely with brass knockers and hardware. 

If you prefer more muted shades, there’s also Blue Girl Blue. It’s the ideal compromise if you can’t quite decide between classic blue and teal. 

Blue

Bird Mountain Blue
Soft Blue With Teal Hues
Forget Me Not H353
Perfect Pastel Blue
Nocturne N348
Dusky Dark Blue

Blue and red is an effective colour combination. These primary shades are regularly used alongside each other in the home, but they can also be deployed for exterior design makeovers. 

Use a softer shade like Bird Mountain Blue if you prefer more pared-back colours. Although subtle, teal undertones make this an eye-catching choice. 

Pastels are also worth exploring. Forget Me Not H353 is a classic pastel blue that works well when updating period properties or more contemporary buildings. 

For those looking for a more intense shade to add to their palette, there’s Nocturne N348. This dusky hue is perfect for front doors and window trims, with that moody blue pigment working wonderfully with red brick. 

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