Red tile paint: painting tiles instead of replacing them

Red tiles - a versatile trend

At first, red conjures up images of rather intense colours and you may be worried that such a colour shade will not look too gaudy in your rooms. But fortunately, there are many different shades of red, from soft and gentle to intense and bright, so everyone can find the right colour for their taste. Bring the invigorating colour into your bathroom, for example - for a refreshing start to the day!

Painting tiles red with tile paint - is that even possible?

Painting tiles is very easy if you keep a few things in mind. It is very important to clean the tiles thoroughly before working on them. The perfect product for this is the mild but extremely effective MissPompadour To Clean. It reliably removes grease, dust, limescale residue and other dirt.

Next, you should apply a primer to the silicone joints in the bathroom. This is because no paint can adhere to silicone. Use To Seal Silicone for this.

We recommend using our To Bond & Blockprimer on the smooth surfaces of the tiles . This primer ensures that your red tile paint adheres well. It also helps to create an even surface, after which the red tile paint is applied twice with the roller.

If you want to paint tiles on the floor, you should stabilise the paint with a topcoat at the end. MissPompadour To Seal offers you the opportunity to protect red tiles against impact, pressure and scratches.

You can paint red tiles with this varnish

At MissPompadour, you will find a varnish that is ideal for painting tiles. Eggshell Varnish is splash-proof, but standing water should be avoided. It is therefore suitable for wall tiles in all rooms, including the bathroom - only the floor tiles in the shower should not be painted with it. It is impact and scratch resistant and can be easily cleaned with detergents.

There are very few tiles on which this tile paint does not adhere: Waxed or otherwise impregnated tiles usually cannot be painted, nor can tiles with a lotus effect. Therefore, make sure that your tiles are not among the exceptions before you order varnishes.

Red tile colour - an eye-catcher in many rooms

Red varnishes are suitable for many rooms. With beautiful red tones, you can embellish wall tiles or floor tiles in the bathroom, kitchen or utility room and completely change your ambience. Red tile paint can also be combined wonderfully with other colour shades. Red and grey, for example, make a great combination. By contrasting with other colours, you can create interesting patterns with MissPompadour Paints. You can often achieve a great effect with shades of red.

Red tile paint as a wake-up call in the bathroom

Red colour can completely transform a bathroom and give the room a whole new flair. It all depends on your choice of red colour. For example, the fresh MissPompadour Red with Coral brings life to the bathroom walls without being too overpowering. A warm berry colour like Red with Raspberry on the walls can also transform your bathroom into a wellness temple. And red tiles in the rich Red with Sweden can beautifully embellish the tiles on the bathroom floor. You might also like to stencil them in combination with a light shade of red. The contrast of tiles in red with white ceramic looks fresh and cheerful.

But you can use red colours not only in the bathroom, but also in the toilet. As you don't spend much time in a toilet room, you can use stronger colours here. Perhaps paint the entire room in a red colour such as Red with Merlot. You can also find all Eggshell Varnish colour shades as red wall paints at MissPompadour - so you can also paint the ceiling in the same colour shade.

Tile backsplash in the tile colour red as a colour element in the kitchen

Red tiles can also have a great effect in the cooking area. A backsplash in the tile colour Red with Cherry, for example, can look really upbeat in a white or grey kitchen. If you like the vintage look, you could paint your kitchen in a colour like Red with Flamingo. Here, the addition of beige pigments creates a warm, soft touch that is reminiscent of old times.

Remember that a room used for cooking will always have a grease haze, so you need to clean the tiles particularly well before you paint them red. You should also protect the tiles with a coat of To Seal after painting.

Red tiles in the laundry room and hallway

Why should you neglect a laundry room and settle for boring white or grey tiles? In a pleasant atmosphere, the sometimes tedious housekeeping tasks become more fun! Here too, the tile colour red can bring warmth and light into the room. Why not combine a shade of grey with the vibrant Red with Chilli and stencil a pattern onto the tiled floor?

Tiles on the floor are not only found in the bathroom, but often also in the hallway and entrance area. Here, too, you can create your very own style with red colours.

Buy red tile paint at MissPompadour

MissPompadour has a large selection of interesting shades of red. Among the red colours at MissPompadour Paints you will find a wide variety of shades for the tile colour red: you will find the very intense, "hot" Red with Chili, which should only be used sparingly. The beautiful Red with Coral is soft, bright and yet fresh. Red with Raspberry is a warm berry colour and the beautiful Red with Sweden is rich and intense. Pink with Grey and Pink with Peony are slightly bluer shades of red.

The best way to find your shade of red is to order the MissPompadour colour card set. The postcard-sized cards are individually removable, so you can pin them anywhere and examine and compare them in any light. This will also give you even more ideas on how to combine shades of red.

Once you have made your choice of red tile colour, order your tools such as brushes and rollers at the same time. This will save you a trip to the DIY store. There are also customisable shopping aids on our site. With these project sets, you're guaranteed not to forget a single product! If you have any further questions, please contact our customer service team. Our expert team will be happy to help you before, during and after your project!

Frequently asked questions & answers about red tile colour

• What goes well with red floor tiles?
  Shades of grey to anthracite go particularly well with red tiles. But shades of green also go well. They are the complementary colour to red.
• Are red tiles susceptible to dirt?
  Whether the tile colour red is susceptible to dirt depends on the shade of red. It is advisable to apply patterns to the floor using stencils. This is because patterned floors are less susceptible to dirt.