Light up your home in Detroit Red Wings burgundy and white for game night. Free downloadable 1 Burgundy, 1 White pattern for the GOULY app, colour palettes, playoff lighting ideas, and complete setup guide.
Nothing says game night like walking up to a house glowing burgundy and white from the roofline. If you are a Detroit Red Wings fan with permanent outdoor lights, you already have a stadium-quality light show built into your home. All you need is the right pattern.
This guide covers the best Detroit Red Wings outdoor light designs for permanent lighting systems, including our free 1 Burgundy, 1 White alternating pattern (available as a QR download), app setup tips, and game day lighting ideas that will make your house the pregame destination on your street.
For a quick look at how app-controlled patterns work, explore our Designs page and the live GOULY app preview.
Why permanent lights are the ultimate game day upgrade
Hanging team flags and window clings is one thing. Lighting your entire roofline in Red Wings colours is another level entirely. Here is why permanent lights are the best way to rep your team:
- Visible from the street. A burgundy and white roofline after dark is impossible to miss. Neighbours, delivery drivers, and every car driving past knows exactly whose house this is.
- Instant on, instant off. Tap the app before puck drop and your house is lit. Tap again after the game and you are back to everyday white. No setup, no teardown.
- Every game, every round. Temporary decorations get old fast. Permanent lights let you run your Red Wings scene for every regular season game, every playoff round, and every Stanley Cup chase without any extra effort.
- Year-round versatility. Your Red Wings pattern is one folder in the app. Christmas, Halloween, Canada Day, and everyday curb appeal are all there too. One system does everything.
Top Detroit Red Wings light patterns
1. Classic alternating (our free pattern)
The signature Red Wings look. One burgundy node, one white node, repeating across the entire eave line. Clean, bold, and unmistakably Detroit.
- Pattern: Burgundy, White, Burgundy, White (repeating)
- Mode: Static
- Best for: Every home style. This is the all-rounder game day pattern.
- App setup: Two-colour alternating pattern with burgundy at 100 percent and white at 90 percent
This is the pattern we recommend and offer as a free download below.
2. Burgundy dominant
All burgundy roofline with every fifth node set to white. Gives a deeper, more intense Red Wings feel with white as a subtle accent.
- Pattern: Burgundy, Burgundy, Burgundy, Burgundy, White (repeating)
- Mode: Static
- Best for: Homes with lighter fascia or siding where the white accents pop against the dominant red glow
- App setup: Set all nodes to burgundy, then manually address every fifth node to white
3. Wings rally chase
Burgundy and white alternating with a medium-speed chase animation. The colours appear to move along the roofline, creating energy and excitement before puck drop.
- Pattern: Burgundy, White (alternating)
- Mode: Chase at 1 to 2 second speed
- Best for: Pregame hype, watch parties, and playoff rounds where you want maximum energy
- App setup: Alternating burgundy and white with chase animation enabled
4. Hockeytown fade
A slow crossfade between burgundy and white across the entire roofline. Every node fades from burgundy to white and back in a smooth, continuous loop.
- Pattern: Full roofline burgundy fading to white and back
- Mode: Slow crossfade at 3 to 4 second cycle
- Best for: A more subtle, sophisticated game day look that works well on upscale homes
- App setup: Set a two-colour crossfade with burgundy and white at 85 percent brightness
5. Octopus tribute
Inspired by the Red Wings playoff tradition. Burgundy base with a cluster of white nodes near the centre peak, creating a focal point that anchors the display.
- Pattern: Burgundy (base) with white cluster at centre peak
- Mode: Static
- Best for: Homes with a prominent centre gable or peak where the white cluster creates a visual anchor
- App setup: Set all nodes to burgundy, then change 3 to 5 centre nodes to white
Download Our Red Wings Colour Pattern
1 Burgundy, 1 White alternating. Scan the QR code below to load it directly into your GOULY app.
How to download
- 1Open the GOULY app
- 2Tap Pattern
- 3Tap the icon (Scan)
- 4Scan this QR code
- 5Click Shared Folder, and Turn On
Setting up Red Wings scenes in the GOULY app
Getting your Red Wings pattern running takes about 2 minutes:
- Open the GOULY app and navigate to your home profile
- Create a new folder called "Red Wings" or "Hockey" to keep your game day scenes organized
- Scan the QR code above to load the 1 Burgundy, 1 White pattern instantly, or create your own custom scene
- Set the animation mode (static for clean, chase for energy)
- Adjust brightness to 90 to 100 percent. Game day is not the time for subtlety.
- Save the scene so you can load it with one tap before every game
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Game day lighting tips
- Full brightness for game day. Burgundy and white look best at 90 to 100 percent. This is about showing up, not blending in.
- Chase mode for playoffs. Switch from static to chase animation during the playoffs to match the intensity of the moment.
- Schedule for puck drop. If you know the game time, schedule your lights to turn on 30 minutes before puck drop so the house is glowing when guests arrive.
- Back to white after the game. Set a schedule or manually switch back to warm white after the game. Your neighbours will appreciate the restraint on weeknights.
- Save multiple scenes. Create a "Regular Season" scene (static) and a "Playoffs" scene (chase) so you can match the energy of the moment.
Detroit Red Wings colours: getting the right shade
Getting the burgundy right matters. Too bright and it looks like a fire truck. Too dark and it looks brown. Here is what to aim for:
| Colour | Hex value | GOULY app tip |
|---|---|---|
| Red Wings Burgundy | #CE1126 | Use the colour wheel to dial in a deep, true red. Avoid orange tones. |
| White | #FFFFFF | Drop brightness to 90 percent for a warmer tone that pairs better with the burgundy |
The Red Wings burgundy is a rich, deep red, not a bright cherry red and not a dark maroon. On the GOULY colour wheel, start with pure red and shift slightly toward the warm end. Our free QR pattern has the colours pre-set so you do not need to dial them in manually.
Game day patterns by home style
| Home style | Recommended pattern | Why it works |
|---|---|---|
| Modern two storey | Classic alternating | Clean lines suit the bold two-tone look |
| Bungalow or ranch | Burgundy dominant | Long roofline showcases the deep burgundy with white accents |
| Craftsman or character | Classic alternating | Warm burgundy complements wood and stone materials |
| Estate or luxury | Hockeytown fade | Sophisticated crossfade matches premium curb appeal |
| Cabin or mountain style | Wings rally chase | Animated pattern adds energy to natural exteriors |
Red Wings vs other NHL teams: why this pattern stands out
Lots of NHL teams use red. The Red Wings pattern stands out because of the specific shade and the simplicity of the two-colour palette:
| Team | Primary colours | Pattern complexity |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit Red Wings | Burgundy and white | Simple, bold, 2 colours |
| Calgary Flames | Red, yellow, white | 3 colours, more complex |
| Montreal Canadiens | Red, blue, white | 3 colours, tricolour |
| Chicago Blackhawks | Red, black, white | 3 colours, needs dark gaps |
| Ottawa Senators | Red, black, gold | 3 colours, more complex |
The Red Wings have one of the cleanest colour schemes in hockey. Burgundy and white alternating is immediately recognizable and looks sharp on every home style.
Beyond game day: when to run your Red Wings lights
Game night is the obvious use, but Red Wings fans find plenty of other reasons to light up:
- Playoff runs. Keep your Red Wings pattern running every night during the playoffs. Let the whole neighbourhood know you are locked in.
- Draft day. Light up for the NHL draft to celebrate new additions to the roster.
- Home opener. Start the season right with your roofline glowing burgundy and white for opening night.
- Stanley Cup Finals. Whether the Wings are in it or not, hockey fans light up for the Finals. But if Detroit is playing, your house better be the brightest on the block.
- Watch parties. Hosting friends for the game? Your house is already the beacon. "The one with the red and white lights" is the easiest directions you will ever give.
- Year-round pride. Some fans keep a subtle burgundy accent running year-round, with every fourth or fifth node set to a soft burgundy while the rest run warm white.
Other NHL team patterns on permanent lights
Your RGBW permanent lighting system can match any NHL team. Here are a few popular ones:
| Team | Colours | Pattern idea |
|---|---|---|
| Calgary Flames | Red, yellow, white | 2 Red, 1 Yellow alternating |
| Edmonton Oilers | Blue, orange, white | 1 Blue, 1 Orange alternating |
| Toronto Maple Leafs | Blue and white | 1 Blue, 1 White alternating |
| Montreal Canadiens | Red, blue, white | Red, White, Blue repeating |
| Vancouver Canucks | Blue, green, white | 2 Blue, 1 Green alternating |
| Winnipeg Jets | Navy, light blue, white | Navy, White, Light Blue repeating |
The GOULY app gives you 16 million colours to match any team exactly. If you can see the hex code, you can replicate it on your roofline.
Pairing Red Wings lights with game day entertaining
Your permanent lights create the perfect atmosphere for hockey watch parties:
- Pregame glow. Switch to your Red Wings scene 30 minutes before puck drop. Guests walking up to a burgundy and white roofline sets the tone immediately.
- Intermission flash. Switch to chase mode during intermissions to keep the energy up between periods.
- Goal celebration. Some homeowners keep the app open during the game and manually flash all white for 5 seconds after every Red Wings goal. It is overkill. It is also awesome.
- Outdoor viewing. If you are watching on a projector or TV on the patio, the burgundy and white glow from the eave line creates a natural frame for the screen.
Cost of Red Wings lighting with permanent lights
If you already have a permanent lighting system installed, running Red Wings scenes costs nothing extra. There is no new hardware, no team merch to buy, no seasonal install fee. You use the same system you use for Christmas, everyday curb appeal, and every other occasion.
If you do not have permanent lights yet, a game day-ready system is the same as any other permanent lighting install:
| Home type | Typical installed range | Red Wings ready? |
|---|---|---|
| Bungalow (~150 ft) | $3,000 to $3,500 | Yes, RGBW with full app control |
| Two storey (150 to 200 ft) | $3,000 to $4,500 | Yes, RGBW with full app control |
| Estate (250 to 400 ft) | $7,500 to $12,000 | Yes, RGBW with full app control |
Every system we install includes RGBW nodes with individually addressable control, which means Red Wings burgundy, Flames red, Oilers blue, and everyday warm white are all included from day one.
Questions Red Wings fans ask about permanent lights
- Can I get the exact Red Wings burgundy on permanent lights? Yes. RGBW nodes produce 16 million colours. Use hex code #CE1126 or dial it in on the colour wheel in the GOULY app. Our free QR pattern has it pre-set.
- Will my Red Wings pattern work with my Christmas lights too? Same system. Your Red Wings scene and your Christmas scene are separate folders in the app. Switch between them with one tap.
- Can I run Red Wings lights all season? Absolutely. Set it and forget it for the entire NHL season, or switch to game nights only. Your call.
- How fast can I switch patterns? Under 5 seconds. Open the app, tap the folder, tap the scene. Done before the anthem finishes.
- Do you install in Calgary? Yes. Number One Lights services all of Calgary and surrounding areas with no travel fees. Red Wings fans in Flames country deserve good lights too.
Ready to light up your home in Red Wings colours?
Frequently asked questions
Yes. RGBW permanent lighting systems produce 16 million plus colours. The Red Wings burgundy (hex CE1126) is easy to dial in on the GOULY app colour wheel. Our free QR pattern has the exact shade pre-set.
Open the GOULY app, tap Pattern, tap the Scan icon (viewfinder with a line through it), and scan the QR code in this article. The 1 Burgundy, 1 White alternating pattern loads instantly.
Yes. Set a schedule in the GOULY app for specific days and times. Your lights will switch to Red Wings colours automatically before puck drop and back to everyday white afterward.
Red Wings burgundy is a deeper, richer red than a standard bright red. On the GOULY colour wheel, start with pure red and shift slightly toward the warm end. Avoid orange or maroon tones. Hex code CE1126 is the target.
Yes. Your Red Wings scene and Christmas scene are separate folders in the GOULY app. Switch between them with one tap. Same hardware, unlimited designs.
Instantly. One tap in the GOULY app switches between any saved scene. Save your Red Wings pattern in a folder and it is always one tap away.
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