Types Of Red Paint for Walls 

1. Crimson Red Wall Paint 

Crimson red wall paint is a red colour shade that has a slight hint of blue/purple. It is darker than tomato red and you see it in the outfits of traditional Indian weddings. Having crimson red wall paint is a way to create a cosy atmosphere. It creates a rich vibe that is reminiscent of an upscale boutique restaurant. To continue that sophisticated vibe, we suggest adding warm yellow lights. 

This is one of the more popular living room red wall paint combinations because it adds warmth without overpowering the room. Usually, expert interior decorators complement the colour scheme by adding mahogany furniture. This helps the room look mature and luxurious but in an understated and subtle way. 

Since crimson red paint can be quite rich, we recommend sticking to 1-2 shades in the room’s colour scheme or it will feel overwhelming to the senses. You can also use this shade in small quantities in the exterior colour combination for house. 

2. Royal Red Wall Paint 

A brighter red colour wall paint is royal red wall paint. These colour wall paints are eye-catching and not too dark or light. It is clear and strong and tends to stand out, unlike crimson red wall paint which tends to take a more backseat approach to red colour wall paint design. 

Royal red wall paint makes a room feel important and powerful. It has a feeling of strength and makes the room look bold and a bit formal. It is also one of the auspicious shades of red colour. 

Another plus of royal red wall paint is that it expertly hides imperfections on the walls, if any. For example, if the walls of your home have small stains, marks, or rough/uneven patches, royal red paint will help mask them and make your walls appear smoother and free of stains.  

For that reason, we suggest adding royal red wall paint to your dining room or study area colour combination. The logic is obvious and simple: dining room walls experience food stains and oil spills, whereas a study room sees ink marks. Royal red wall paint in a semi-gloss finish will make cleaning and maintenance even easier. 

3. Bright Red Shade 

The bright red shade is red paint that has no other colour mixed in - just the intrinsic red colour. It is hard to miss and makes you feel alert, energetic, and excited. 

The key with this red wall paint is the amount and proportions. Unlike crimson or royal red, the bright red shade can feel overpowering. To avoid making the room feel unpleasant, what you need to do is simply go for a smart red room colour combination. This can include mixing the bright red shade with more grounded colours like light grey to create a balanced grey and red combination or a more feminine colour like pastel pink to create a dainty pink-red combination. What you need to do is use a clever wall colour combination and avoid painting the entire room in the same bright red shade or it will feel excessive. 

4. Cherry Red Wall Colour 

A friendly, youthful red colour shade is cherry red wall colour. A room with cherry red wall paint feels cheerful and welcoming. It’s a colour that makes the space look friendly and warm, making you feel happy when you enter. If you want to start incorporating red colour wall paint into your home's colour scheme but don't feel like going all in, cherry red wall colour is your answer. It is neither too bold (like the bright red shade) nor too subtle (like pastel red). 

You can paint your living room walls or your home's hallways in the cherry red wall colour. 

5. Red Oxide Paint Colour 

This red colour wall paint is a more traditional red colour shade. It is the colour of old or clay bricks that are more likely to be seen in the rural parts. If you include red oxide paint colour in your home, you will bring this warm, traditional energy into your home that is reminiscent of the homes we see in the Indian countryside. 

The best places to use red oxide paint colour include verandas, kitchens, and even flooring. It adds this unique rustic touch to your home that many people want, and add with the help of texture paint like vintage. 

Red Colour Combination Wall Paint 

Red And Yellow Colour Combination 

In the red-yellow colour combination, both colours are just as bright and cheerful, which is a good thing – but only when used smartly. If you use too much of either or even both, the room will feel overwhelming to the senses, which is not ideal. 

Ideally, you should balance each colour well. Limit the yellow to one or two walls, with a slightly darker red colour on the remaining walls. 

For the rooms that don't get as much sunlight, yellow can add some brightness, a factor worth considering, especially for those homes that are old and or feel dim and gloomy. 

The right application is a game-changer, however, because if applied correctly, red paint can beautify any room but in the wrong hands, red will be a waste of investment. Use Berger Paints' Express Painting service to not only get the most out of your painting investment but to also get a custom colour consultation that is tailored to your needs and specific requirements. 

Colour Combination Of Red And Green 

Red and green are opposites on the colour wheel, so the colour combination of red and green naturally creates a stunning contrast. Selecting a light green colour can make the red colour wall paint feel less aggressive while still allowing it to stand out.  

The colour combination of red and green creates this calm, confident look without being too flashy. 

On a more practical note, dark green colours are good at masking stains and other imperfections on your walls. Plus, they also hide dust really well, so walls painted in dark green colours require lesser maintenance than wall paints like beige and off-white. 

Grey And Red Combination 

The grey and red combination is a great way to tone down the intensity of red paint, making it more suitable for bedrooms and study rooms/home offices where a calmer, stress-free environment is needed. Plus, a grey colour background allows red decor elements to pop without making the room look too bright or distracting. 

Like all neutral colours, grey is versatile, so you can experiment with different colours for sofa and chair cushions, curtains, etc. For someone looking to add more colour in a gender-neutral way, the grey and red combination serves as the perfect solution. It works especially well in modern flats where space may be limited, as grey can make a small room look larger. 

Purple And Red Combination 

Purple is the colour of royalty, so naturally, it goes well with the royal red wall paint colour. The purple and red combination is perfect for halls and bedrooms. With its help, you can create a cosy atmosphere in a more elegant and sophisticated way. 

Just one thing you need to factor in is the size of the room. Darker shades of purple and red colour will make a room feel smaller, so the purple and red combination is better suited for rooms that receive a lot of sunlight. 

Red And Orange Colour Combination 

Red and orange are both high-energy colours, which makes the red and orange colour combination ideal for areas where everyone gathers, like living rooms and dining rooms. What you need to be careful about is limiting the amount of paint you use here - you need to add neutral colours like beige to balance their high energy levels. 

You can now use a smart paint calculator tool to get an estimate of the amount of paint you will need. 

Pink And Red Combination 

If you want to create a dainty and feminine aesthetic, the pink-red combination is for you. With lighter, pastel shades of each, you can create a soothing atmosphere in any room.