Bring Excitement and Life to Your Garden Wall With Colour

If your outdoor space is lacking in character, painting garden walls is an easy way to breathe new life into your exteriors. A fresh coat of masonry paint will turn plain walls into instant focal points, while tired retaining walls can be transformed into stunning garden features. 

Prefer a more contemporary garden? Use bold colours and dynamic monochromes as the perfect backdrop to a vertical garden or living wall. Alternatively, take inspiration from your interiors to create an outdoor living room you can enjoy throughout the year. 

At Tikkurila, we stock an incredible range of exterior paint that's perfect for adding a new dimension to garden walls. Whether you're outdoor space simply needs a spruce up or you're planning a more dramatic makeover, you're bound to find the perfect shade for the task at hand. 

Need some design inspiration?  Read on for all the painted garden wall ideas you'll ever need, along with a selection of our favourite shades that will have you reaching for your paint brush in no time. 

Why Paint Your Garden Wall?

If your garden is looking a little drab, painting a garden wall is an easy way to overhaul your outdoor space. A fresh coat of paint can turn a crumbling retaining wall into something special, while a bare brick wall can be quickly converted into a design feature in its own right. 

Are you eager to start utilising your outdoor space more than you have been? Painting an exterior wall in an eye-catching colour will help you extend your living space, creating synergy with your interiors. 

Limited by a small garden or patio? You don't need an expansive lawn to bring the vibrancy of green to your exteriors. By painting exterior walls in sages, olives and forest greens, you can effortlessly turn your outdoor space into a serene sanctuary that's not lacking natural colours. 

Finally, you can paint walls to turn them into a real focal point. Once you've decided on your colour of choice, you have the perfect backdrop for all manner of decorations. Think about hanging outdoor artwork to brighten up your space or enter into the festive spirit with a giant outdoor wreath come the Christmas period. 

Our Favourite Colours for a Garden Wall

Tired of staring at a drab plain wall? It's time to experiment with a dazzling array of colours. Below are some of our favourite outdoor paint shades that will leave you feeling inspired. 

Greens are a great choice for turning a lacklustre stone wall into something special. They're perfect for smaller gardens that are lacking in plant life, helping you capture the spirit of the outdoors, even if you're limited to decking and concrete. 

Green-painted walls are also effective in larger gardens that are teeming with shrubs and flowers. They'll blend seamlessly with natural greenery and keep your garden looking alive, even during the colder months. 

Searching for the perfect green shade to get started? Sepal L447 makes a fantastic first impression with its deep olive pigment. This paint hue might be fairly muted, but there's no better choice for creating a beautiful backdrop for biophilic design. 

Looking for something darker? Give Nephrite N494 a try. This sage green will look right at home on any painted surface, while its undertones of grey and blue make it easy to introduce additional colour accents.

If your outdoor space is particularly small, it might be an idea to experiment with white when painting garden walls. White walls will leave a compact space feeling more open, while also adding a fresh and airy finish. 

What's more, white walls provide you with a pristine backdrop to showcase your favourite flowers and shrubs in all their glory. It's also an incredibly versatile colour, working well with just about any style of outdoor furniture and decking material. 

If you want to keep things clean and crisp, go with Paper F497. This pure white paint colour has delicate undertones of icy blue and light grey, making it a fine choice for stripped-back outdoor spaces. 

Searching for something with more depth? How about Winter V503? This beautiful off-white shade has subtle hints of grey, which can be paired with monochromatic accents to create a contemporary outdoor space you'll be proud of.

Don't be afraid to experiment with more daring colours when painting garden walls. Pinks and peach-infused hues might seem overwhelming, but they can be an effective choice for long-overdue masonry makeovers. 

Furthermore, the pink colour family is surprisingly versatile. A pink wall will work incredibly well with leafy greens, earthy tones and all manner of floral bouquets. 

Ready to inject some personality into your outdoor spaces? A colour like Milkshake Y411 might be just what the doctor ordered. This bubblegum pink is on the softer side, making it an ideal choice for those who aren't ready to embrace more daring coral colours. 

In the market for a more subtle shade? Go with a delicate pink like Empress X477. This muted hue has hints of grey, making it a fine choice if you're looking to create serene surroundings where you can truly unwind.

If you're worried that white walls will require too much upkeep, make life easier for yourself by exploring a grey colour palette. Grey paint colours are a great choice for giving your garden walls a new lease of life. They'll quickly enhance the appearance of brickwork while providing you with a versatile backdrop for creating visual interest. 

For a contemporary space, go with a shade like Surf S500. This misty grey has hints of blue, making it a dynamic choice for brick walls in smaller gardens. 

Looking for something more muted? Granite K499 is one of our favourite grey shades. With its delicate blue undertones, you'll have no trouble working complementary colours into your garden design. 

Black is often reserved for modern and minimal gardens, but you can put the darker side of the colour wheel to good use in any outdoor space. A black garden wall will hide a multitude of imperfections, while also helping you create clear boundaries. 

Furthermore, black walls are ideal for creating drama. Use them as a dynamic backdrop for vertical gardens or hanging artwork. Alternatively, combine them with outdoor lighting to add ambiance to your outdoor spaces. 

Milkyway V493 is a fine choice if you're looking to play around with a darker pigment. This deep black is definitely on the inky side, but a hint of blue undercuts things nicely. 

Licorice X499 is another worthwhile option. This licorice-inspired hue will make a stylish addition to any garden, while dark grey undertones make it easy to work in monochromatic furniture and garden ornaments.

Are There Any Other Ways to Liven Up a Garden?

Painted exterior walls are an easy way of livening up an outdoor space, but it's not the only way to inject personality into your garden. Looking for more ways to overhaul your outdoor areas? We've put together some essential design tips to help you on your way. 

Biophilic Design

Biophilic design has become incredibly popular in recent years. Although it's technically an interior design trend, you can utilise many of the core principles to transform your garden. 

This innovative design philosophy is all about making use of natural elements. If you're thinking about extending your living space and blurring the boundaries between inside and outside, biophilic design is the way to go. 

Ultimately, your aim is to avoid creating a space that looks too artificial. Use natural materials whenever possible, whether you're laying down decking or picking out furniture. Choose high-quality wood over metal and plastic and opt for meadow turf instead of an artificial lawn. 

Pair Complementary Colours Together to Add Visual Interest

Once you've selected the perfect paint colour for your garden walls, use this as a base for putting together a winning design scheme for your outdoor space. Have you chosen a muted green to coat a brick wall? Experiment with tonal varieties to add depth, or mix things up with grey and earthy browns to create a subtle contrast. 

Making use of complementary colours also works well, no matter the size or style of your garden. Chosen a slate grey shade for your garden walls? Introduce mustard yellow paints and earthy tones when selecting patio furniture and decorative pieces.