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Black
A pure, jet black with no undertones, just a timeless colour that is perfect for creating contrast on the outside of your home.
WHY CHOOSE THIS COLOUR?
Colour Overview
- A timeless exterior colour that has been tried and tested for generations
- Creates bold contrast when used as a secondary accent colour
- Pairs perfectly with almost any primary colour, from bright whites to bold pastels
- Enhances both modern and traditional homes with a crisp, clean finish
Ideal for: North-facing, South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
Undertones: No undertones
Style: Works well on both modern and traditional homes
Insights from the experts
EXPERT INSIGHTS
How to use Black
Black is perfect as a secondary colour to highlight architectural details like sills, plinths and DPC lines, providing bold contrast. Opting for Black over a lighter shade helps visually anchor the home to provide it with definition and shape, particularly on rendered properties with strong horizontal lines.
EXPERT INSIGHTS
Colour Combinations
A white and black colour scheme is a hugely popular option that works beautifully for exteriors. Start with White as the dominant base as it creates a clean, bright canvas that enhances natural light and opens up the outside of your home. Black acts as your contrast anchor through architectural accents like plinths, sills and below DPC line. This classic colour combination offers both elegance and balance, with White bringing brightness and clarity while Black creates depth and definition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why choose Black masonry paint over Anthracite Grey?
Using Black masonry paint on your trim and architectural features is a fantastic way to create a dramatic contrast on any property. It is a pure black with no undertones, meaning it can be used in conjunction with almost any shade, while Anthracite Grey has a lighter shade with blue undertones that can clash with warmer colours.
Can you paint bricks black?
Yes, you can absolutely paint bricks black if you are looking for a bold, striking finish. This is particularly effective on garden walls for a modern, contemporary look.
TAKE THE NEXT STEP
Order your Black sampleWhen choosing a colour to paint the outside of your home, you want to be confident you’ve made the right choice, especially when using a masonry paint that will last over 25 years like Dark by Emperor Paint.
We offer sample pots so you can check your colour on the surface you are painting, for 100% colour confidence. Plus, you can see the unrivalled quality of our formulation for yourself.
Similar colours
Light Grey
A soft grey with all of the brightness of a white in direct light, but with a subtle depth and contemporary edge.
Anthracite Grey
A deep grey with blue undertones, making it one of those popular exterior paint colours in the UK today.
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