Match of Gentek™ Espresso (Vinyl) *

Yes, if you need touch up on factory-finished siding, choose a MyPerfectColor match of Gentek Espresso (Vinyl) that is labeled Original Material Match. In this collection, that is the option suitable for direct touch up because it includes a sheen match.

Use it for scratches, rub marks, cut edges, service work, or small repair areas after shipping or installation damage. If the repair is beside older installed material, the surrounding surface can still look different because of age, weathering, sheen, or texture.

Not always. A match of Gentek Espresso (Vinyl) is a factory color reference, but older installed siding can change after sun exposure, weathering, chalking, sheen loss, texture change, or batch variation.

If the match is for a visible repair on an existing surface, the original color reference may be correct but the aged material can still read differently. When the tolerance is tight, a sample from the existing part or site-specific approval is safer than relying on the reference alone.

For direct touch up on factory-finished siding, use Original Material Match when it is available. In this collection, that is the format that includes a sheen match and is the right choice for touch-up work.

Water-based housepaint, urethane, and epoxy can still be color-matched to Gentek Espresso (Vinyl), but they are better suited to separate parts, accessories, or broader repainting. They should not be treated as direct touch-up products for factory-finished building materials.

A match of Gentek Espresso (Vinyl) is a siding color reference, so it is a practical match for replacement boards, trim pieces, soffit, fascia, gutters, flashings, vents, shutters, and other nearby accessories that need to blend with the siding.

If the job is a direct touch up on the original factory-finished siding, choose an Original Material Match product. If you are painting a separate part or replacement accessory, choose the MyPerfectColor format that fits that part and confirm the finish requirements before ordering.

Before ordering a custom match of Gentek Espresso (Vinyl), confirm the exact brand color, the product type, the finish, and the quantity you need. That is especially important for factory-finish work because the wrong format can change how the color reads on the final part.

Custom-made color matches are not returnable or refundable, so review the job details carefully before you place the order.

All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Gentek Espresso (Vinyl) depends on the type of paint needed. Interior and exterior house paints usually ship within 1 to 3 business days, while custom spray paint typically takes 3-5 business days to ship. The transit time depends on your location and the shipping method you choose. If your need is immediate, select Expedited Production during checkout. Most expedited production orders ship within 24 hours on business days. Please contact MyPerfectColor if you are concerned about a specific deadline. We do our best to make sure you get your paint on time. Learn more about paint lead times at MyPerfectColor.

It depends. MyPerfectColor matches the color of the Gentek Espresso (Vinyl) but may not match the sheen. If you see Custom Sheen as a sheen option, this means we also match the sheen of the material, otherwise you would need to pick the closest sheen available. However, keep in mind that our version of the Gentek Espresso (Vinyl) is based on matching an official Gentek color sample. The color and sheen of your specific Gentek parts may vary. If your material is not new and has been exposed to the weather, then it is likely that the color has changed over time. MyPerfectColor samples not been exposed to sunlight and weather. If you need a touch up application, you may need to send us a part so we can create a touch up solution precisely matching the current color and sheen of your specific materials.

Learn more about our color matching service.

The RGB values for Gentek Espresso (Vinyl) are 100, 87, 77 and the HEX code is #64574D. The LRV for Gentek Espresso (Vinyl) is 10.07. The LRV stands for Light Reflectance Value and measures the percentage of light that a color reflects. Learn more about Light Reflectance Values and using RGB and Hex codes for paint.

MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Gentek Espresso (Vinyl) enables you to conveniently achieve a professional spray-smooth finish in any color in any sheen. It sticks well to most surfaces including metal, plastics, powder-coatings, cabinets and primed or previously painted wood.

The MyPerfectColor 11oz spray will cover about 20 square feet per coat. Keep in mind that it is difficult to gauge spray paint need as the coverage is highly dependent on how it is applied. Learn more about how spray paint works at MyPerfectColor.

Absolutely. You can use the MyPerfectColor spray paint matching the Gentek Espresso (Vinyl) to paint your gutters to match your siding. The spray paint will enable you to conveniently achieve a spray smooth finish. Learn more about custom spray paint.

MyPerfectColor Paint matching the Gentek Espresso (Vinyl) can be used to paint siding and any other items you'd like to blend into your exterior such as windows, doors, lights, pipes, gutters and vents. Many types of paint are available with no minimum order quantities. MyPerfectColor offers spray paint, paint pens, touch up bottles, water-based acrylics, epoxies, urethanes and a variety of other paints. The best paint for painting siding is exterior house paint (usually low lustre sheen). Spray paint works great for windows, doors, lights, pipes, vents and more.

Paint can be purchased by choosing the paint type above. Contact MyPerfectColor support if you have specific questions about the best paint to use for your project.

MyPerfectColor has the original Gentek color samples. A sample of the Gentek Espresso (Vinyl) you are looking for is in our library. We are able to make paint and verify that it matches the original.

Please note that if your existing materials are not new and you are trying to touch up, they will have aged and are likely different now than they were when new. MyPerfectColor will be sending paint matching the sample at our facility which has not aged the same as your materials and may also be different due to other factors such as variations in manufacturing processes. If your match is critical, you may consider sending a part of your materials for precise color matching. Learn more about our color matching services.

The need for primer for Espresso (Vinyl) depends on the type of paint, the substrate being painted and where it will be located. See our Primer Selection Table to see what primer you might need and learn more about when you might need a primer. Most people don't use a primer for a touch up paint application, but a primer may improve adhesion and is typically recommended for exterior applications.