Choosing Intelligent Masonry Paint Colours
For a durable finish in a host of colour options, discover our Intelligent Masonry Paint. Available in almost all our colours, our Masonry Paint can protect your exterior surfaces whilst also bringing personality to your scheme.
Use masonry paint to create a cohesive, colourful scheme
Whether it be extending the use of colours from an interior scheme, choosing colours to complement an existing window or front door, or creating a brand new exterior design scheme from scratch using the Little Greene palette, the new Intelligent Masonry Paint creates long lasting, beautifully considered exterior transformations that add instant kerb appeal.
To enliven your garden space with an updated colour palette, select bright and colourful shades that add joy and personality. Or combine different shades of green to complement the surrounding foliage and create the illusion of space.
Explore our guide to choosing complementary colours.
Selecting a finish
Our Intelligent Masonry Paint formula is highly water-resistant, with advanced adhesive properties and a tough coating. This formula provides effective protection against the elements, and long-lasting depth of colour.
When applied with the correct technique, our environmentally friendly water-based masonry paint dries quickly to a pleasingly smooth matt finish.
Our formula is dirt resistant, making it the perfect choice for brickwork, render or cement blockwork. With anti-fungal and anti-ageing technology, you can protect and weatherproof your home for up to 15 years.
Beyond painting exterior walls, consider alternative ways to refresh your outdoor space.
Consider the texture of your surface when painting an exterior wall
Our Intelligent Masonry Paint finish is suitable for use on all exterior masonry, including render, brick or cement block work walls.
When painting smooth masonry surfaces, use a high-quality synthetic paint brush, or a short nap roller for the best finish. Whereas, for textured exterior walls, paint with a longer nap roller, to ensure even coverage.
Read our expert guide on how to paint an exterior wall for maximum durability.
The texture of your exterior wall can also affect which colours you choose. If your wall has a rough surface, harness its character with soft stone shades or warm neutrals to create a rustic and earthy effect. Green Stone - Light is a gentle neutral based on naturally occurring green stones which often contain traces of copper, or cobalt. Coordinate with floral hanging baskets and the light Pea Green on exterior doors for a beautiful, homely feel.
If your building has old, damaged or lime rendered walls, consider using our traditional Limewash paint for a breathable finish.
Wall: Green Stone - Light
Door: Pea Green
Smooth rendered walls can feel more contemporary, meaning they provide a fabulous opportunity to embrace brighter, bolder colours that create impact. Vibrant blues and greens come to life in sun-drenched outside spaces, where the bright natural light draws out their rich pigmentation. Canton is a blue-green colour inspired by Chinese textiles, perfect for evoking distant, tropical locations. Or choose the bold blue, Smalt, to capture a distinctive Mediterranean atmosphere. Accessorise with exotic, potted plants in a range of colours to add texture and interest.
Wall: Smalt
Chair: French Grey - Mid
Wall: Canton
Right Wall: Jack Black
Table: Dock Blue
Even if your outside space is limited to a small backyard, you can still add colour by painting an exposed brick wall. Choose a rich shade such as the soft brownish red, Ashes of Roses, which offers both warmth and personality. Introduce a vibrant green on your garden furniture to add vibrancy.
Walls: Ashes of Roses
Table: Phthalo Green
Chair: Dorchester Pink
Recommended colours for exterior masonry
Painting your exteriors is a great opportunity to incorporate bolder colours. Be brave by using a selection of vibrant and playful tones alongside more subdued neutrals for an overall sense of balance. Carmine is a fun pink that provides an eye-catching accent against neutrals like Knightsbridge.
Wall: Knightsbridge
Low Wall: Carmine
Arras is a rich, sumptuous deep red that provides a statement backdrop in an outdoor barbeque area. Pair with Loft White for a strong and contemporary contrast.
Wall: Arras
Fireplace Surround: Loft White
Stool: Bone China Blue
Consider how the colours you choose will complement their surrounding environment. Colours like Air Force Blue contrast beautifully with natural greenery for a calm and relaxed sitting area.
Wall: Air Force Blue
Table: Mister David
Or add interest to your outdoor breakfast bar with a contemporary colour blocking scheme. Use a combination of Juniper Ash and Slaked Lime to coordinate with botanical elements.
Wall: Slaked Lime & Juniper Ash
Stools: Vulcan
For further support in choosing the right colour masonry paint for your project, consider arranging a colour consultation.
Browse our full range of masonry paint colours and learn more about the benefits of Intelligent Masonry Paint.
Or, discover our gallery of exterior inspiration.
