Timber Window Colours for Red Brick Homes: Design & Planning Considerations
August 26, 2025 | Trade | Written by Nicola Harrison
Red brick homes dominate the UK housing landscape, from Victorian terraces to contemporary developments.
Some homeowners will ask “What colour windows go with red brick properties?”. The answer is that while there are some neutral shades that will look beautiful with any brick building (classics like cream, white and black) there are also some standout shades like blue and green that will contrast beautifully with red brick.
At Bereco, we manufacture bespoke wooden windows to suit any requirement, and our extensive range of paint colours, natural stains and finishes are designed to cater to any desired look.
Below we’ll explore the shades most suitable for red brick homes and also discuss planning and conservation considerations for heritage homes with red brick.
What colour windows go with red brick properties?
The question “what colour windows go with red brick” doesn’t have a single answer – it depends on the brick tone, architectural style, and surrounding environment. However, certain colour choices consistently deliver successful results.
- Cream and off-white shades complement warm red brick tones beautifully, creating a harmonious balance that works across both contemporary and traditional styles
- Deep forest greens offer striking contrast whilst maintaining traditional appeal, particularly effective on Georgian and Victorian properties.
- For contemporary projects, charcoal and anthracite greys provide sophisticated contrast that doesn’t compete with the brick’s natural warmth.
- Rich navy blues deliver elegant contrast for heritage properties
Does the tone of red brick influence which colours will suit the home best?
The colour of your brick ultimately determines which window colours work best – orange-red bricks suit cream and sage green windows, while deeper burgundy bricks pair particularly well with charcoal grey or navy options.
Bereco’s range of paint and stain options
At Bereco, we offer extensive colour customisation through our premium paint and stain options, ensuring the perfect colour for any red brick home. Our timber windows come with factory finished using environmentally friendly water-based paint or stains as standard.
Our paint, stain and finish choices are not just durable and offer excellent colour retention over time, but we are also able to offer hundreds of colour choices for trade professionals. Choose from:
- RAL Classic
- RAL Design
- NCS and BS colour charts
- Colour match to Farrow & Ball, Earthborn or Fired Earth colour collections
- Single or dual colour options
Our microporous paint technology allows timber to breathe naturally, and every finish comes with a comprehensive 10-year warranty against manufacturing defects and factory finishes, whilst UV-resistant formulations prevent colour fade even in exposed locations.
Stain options for natural appeal
For clients preferring natural timber aesthetics, our stain range includes translucent options that highlight natural grain patterns and semi-solid stains offering deeper colour.
Our stains will appear differently depending on whether you opt for hardwood or softwood, but samples are available upon request.
Traditional oak, mahogany, and teak tones remain popular choices, whilst cherry and rosewood tones can be used to bring out the tones of red brick properties.
Bereco is the only timber windows and door supplier in the UK with membership to the Bluesky Paint Application Scheme. This ensures consistent quality and performance standards that trade professionals can rely on with confidence.
Top colour suggestions for a red brick house
Classic choices for heritage homes and conservation projects include:
- Cream (RAL 9001)
- Signal White (RAL 9003)
- Wine Red (RAL 3005)
Contrasting colours for red brick homes include:
- Pigeon Blue (RAL 5014)
- Pastel Green (RAL 6019)
- Moss Green (RAL 6005)
Ideal colour choices for contemporary homes and properties include:
- Anthracite (RAL 7016)
- Slate Grey (RAL 7015)
- Jet Black (RAL 9005)
Window colours should also complement existing or planned front door colours and any exterior shutters to create cohesive design schemes.
Bereco’s complete window range for red brick homes
Our timber window range caters to every red brick property type, from heritage restorations to contemporary new builds. Our wooden window options include:
- Flush casement windows offering authentic period styling for conservation areas
- Lipped casement windows providing weather performance with traditional aesthetics
- Sliding sash windows delivering Georgian and Victorian authenticity with modern performance standards
- Tilt & turn windows for modern styling and secure ventilation
Our windows are also built with performance in mind, offering:
- Double glazing U-values from 1.3 W/m²K (7% better than Part L 2023 regulations)
- Triple glazing options available
- Sound reduction up to 42Db with our Ambient acoustic range
- Secured by Design approval for security
Customisation options for red brick properties
Beyond colour selection, Bereco offers extensive customisation ensuring perfect integration with red brick architecture.
Our moulding profiles range from traditional and heritage to contemporary. Astragal bar options include Georgian bar patterns, cottage-style configurations suited to rural properties, and contemporary minimalist bars for modern red brick homes.
Our premium hardware selection encompasses 10 metal accent finishes including brass, chrome, and black.
Planning and conservation considerations
When choosing timber window colours for heritage red brick homes or those in conservation areas, planning authorities may require traditional colour palettes that reflect architectural character.
For heritage homes, we offer Bereco Exclusive Heritage Paint Colours – an exclusive selection of colours picked to give your windows and doors a timeless finish.
For those working with heritage homes, our experienced team can provide CAD drawings and comprehensive specification support.
Why choose Bereco for your red brick projects?
With 97% customer recommendation rates and 20 years of trade experience, Bereco delivers reliable solutions for virtually any property specifications. Our 6-8 week guaranteed delivery keeps projects on schedule, whilst dedicated project managers provide technical support throughout the entire process.
Our range of service packages includes everything from supply-only to full removal and installation, ensuring the perfect fit for your project.
Get your free trade quote today by contacting our expert team.
Complete our online contact form, call 01709 838188 to speak with our trade specialists. Alternatively email info@bereco.co.uk with your project details.
