Red brick walls make a home's exterior look beautiful and charming. They add versatility and sophistication to townhouses and inspire modern minimalist designs. Though several paint colors complement red brick walls, picking an obvious color pairing that doesn't clash can be challenging. This is because red has a cozy and warm vibe that makes it challenging for other paints to get along with it.
Picking the perfect paint color to add a finishing touch to brick walls requires thorough research of the paint and its compatibility with red brick walls. But don't worry! This guide will help you find the color that'll suit the red brick homes.
Things To Understand About Red Brick Walls
Before picking up a color, it is important to understand a few things about red brick -
Bricks Come In Various Hues And Tints
A brick has several shades of red. However, due to natural aging and exposure to natural elements, each color may have varied shades. Also, the texture of the mortar and the brick adds more depth, making it challenging to simplify the colors into one. The advantage is that you can pick from various colors, pair them with complementary tones, intensify or tone them down, or make subtle shades stand out.
Natural Bricks Pair Well With Earthy Tones
The best combination of warm tones of bricks and paints with rich undertones is the combination of warm tones of bricks and paints with rich undertones. A warm or cool hue works best as long as the undertones are muddy. Most people love pairing red brick walls with cool undertones to create a contrast with the brick. However, if you love warm undertones, that works well. However, it is not mandatory to work only with neutral colors. You can try using "red, orange, and yellow," which match the natural color of the brick.
Bricks Add Texture To The Exterior Facade
The richness, patina, and texture of the brick add character and charm to the exterior of a house. It adds complexity and intricacy to the flat and monolithic surface. The advantage it offers is that you can keep your home aesthetically pleasing while simplifying the texture, pattern, and design of the exterior. The brick naturally becomes a focal point without the need to add extra detailing. This gives the exterior sufficient breathing room.
Colors Palettes To Pair With Red Brick Exterior
Here are some exterior paint colors that can be paired with red brick -
Black & Tan + White
This combination is considered to be the most classic of all the color palettes. Still, picking the right color paint can be a bit intimidating. You can opt for Black 2132-10, Baby Fawn OC-15, and White Dove OC-17.
Navy + Gray + White
This is a good fit if you love simplicity with a modern touch. Navy goes well with red brick, offering a bold look and feel. Hale Vavy HC-154, Coventry Gray HC-169, and Simple White OC-17 are the best combinations to paint brick walls.
Burgundy + Taupe + White
It pairs well with purple-hued red brick. Taupe complements burgundy as it has a green undertone. This combination looks amazing on the exterior of the red brick wall.
Green + Gold + White
Though this combination may look overwhelming at first look, it is quite calm and soothing. Most red bricks have some hint of gold, either in the brick or in the grout. Hence, the gold complements the red. Also, adding a white with a green undertone will make the entire look professionally done.
Yellow + Brown + White
Yellow makes the home feel welcoming and fun-filled. It makes a bold statement, while the brown and white colors will make the home look sophisticated and safe.
Charcoal + Beige + White
If you want to tone down the color of your brick, this palette is the best to choose. This palette will go beautifully with red brick, as the combination can take away the attention from the brick to the whole house.
Light Blue + Beige + White
If you want to incorporate light blue into your brick exterior and doubt it'd do the wonder - consider picking the blue that leans towards the gray-blue end of the spectrum. The combination of white and beige color keeps the blue from overshadowing the house.
Gray + Olive + White
This combination of gray is a rival to the intensity of red brick and tones it down. You can use olive on shutters and garage doors to make the brick stand out.
Red + Gray + White
Adding more red to red brick might be surprising. But the red color actually highlights the color of the brick. Adding gray and white colors will modernize the exterior of the home.
Dark Blue + Gray + White
You can never get enough of the color gray. It is considered perfect for any style of home - modern or traditional. The combination is great for a red brick exterior.
Other Colors To Pair With Red Brick Exterior
Seafoam Green
If you want something unexpected or a unique color, go for seafoam green. This hue is happy and welcoming and is great to pair with brick walls if you want to create something playful and fun.
Sunny Yellow
Bright or sunny yellow is considered cheerful and is a good shade to contrast. This hue can be used on the front door and garage door to make a statement and create consistency.
Teal
Teal is a bold choice, and when used with exposed bricks, it creates a contrasting color. On a color wheel, red and orange are opposite to green and blue tones in teal. Hence, teal and red complement each other when used for exterior walls.
Air Force Blue
This is neither too dark nor too light, and it is best if you don't like navy or baby blue. Blue and red undoubtedly make a classic color combination that works well with pops of black, brown, and green, as well.
Pink + White Trim
Pink can spice up the exterior if paired with red brick. It's loud and friendly, and when you combine a pink door with white trims, it can give a pretty and sweet appearance to the exterior.
Steel Blue
If you like earth tones, adding steel blue can be the best choice. This is best for those who are looking for a dramatic color but don't want to incorporate dark hues, such as black or heavy blues.
Terracotta
Terracotta creates a rustic and neutral look. Terracotta has a bright, warm color that'll enhance the natural, earthy color of the brick. It will make the entire look pop without being jarring.
Rosy Pink
If you love pinks in and around your home but don't want bold shades, consider rosy pink. It is muted and adds a romantic touch to the home's exterior. It also blends well with stained glass panels and red brick walls.
Gray And White (For Trims Only)
Gray is no longer a boring color. It is often seen as an alternative to white. You can color the trim in soft gray, which looks like light blue, depending on the angle. This shade gives your home the feel and look of a farmhouse.
Plum
Plum is a complementary color to red, which brings in a modern touch and creates a bold statement. Though the plum brings in the red color of the brick, it will blend a little, but the blue hue in the plum will make it stand out.
Warm Blue
This is best for those who admire traditional design and enjoy having a home that looks like a charming country cottage. This shade of blue also looks best with black and white detailing, such as white trims and black sidings.
Other Colors You Can Splash on Red Brick
Here are other colors that you can paint on red brick walls (all are Sherwin-Williams collection of paint) -
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Blustery Sky SW 9140
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Iron Ore SW 7069
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Mindful Gray SW 7016
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Tricorn Black SW 6258
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Sea Serpent SW 7615
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Sea Salt SW 6204
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Coastal Plain SW 6192
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Greek Villa SW 7551
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Alabaster SW 7008
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Naval SW 6244
Tips To Choose Exterior Paint Color For Your Brick Exterior
Here are some tips that will help you pick the right color:
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Don't pick one color for everything. It makes the exterior look monotonous. Instead, consider opting for a complementary color for the gutters, trims, front door, and shutters, as these add dimension to your exterior.
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Always check the undertones of the roof and the brick color when choosing the paint for your red brick walls.
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It is advisable to test and try the color on different surfaces at different times of day. This gives an idea of how your exterior will look under different lighting conditions.
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Lastly, when you try the colors, don't be too quick to judge. Let the paint dry to see if it suits your exterior.
Conclusion
If you are planning to give your exterior a makeover or add some complementary color to your red brick wall, it's important to get the color right. This is because the exterior should also look beautiful. The color options mentioned above will help you find the perfect color palette for your home. However, if you are still unsure, get in touch with a painting professional to get ideas for painting the exterior.
