Match of Gentek™ Chesapeake Gray (Vinyl) *

Yes, if the repair is direct touch up on factory-finished siding, order the MyPerfectColor option that explicitly says Original Material Match. That is the version intended for touch up because it includes a sheen match.

If you are coating a separate replacement part, cut edge, or accessory, a different format may be appropriate, but for a small repair on the finished surface, choose Original Material Match.

Not always exactly. The color reference for Chesapeake Gray (Vinyl) 536243 is the starting point, but an installed siding panel can change with sun exposure, weathering, chalking, texture wear, and sheen change.

If the surface is aged or highly visible, compare the target area to an existing part or site sample before ordering. Even when the color reference is correct, the aged surface can still read differently from a fresh match.

For direct touch up on factory-finished building materials, use the product option that explicitly says Original Material Match because it includes a sheen match. That is the right choice for small repairs on Chesapeake Gray (Vinyl) 536243 siding.

Water-based housepaint, urethane, and epoxy can still be color-matched, but they are better for separate parts, broader repainting, or other jobs where a sheen-matched touch up is not the goal.

Yes. Chesapeake Gray (Vinyl) 536243 is a Gentek siding color reference, and MyPerfectColor can make a matched paint for replacement parts, trim pieces, soffit, fascia, or nearby accessories that need to blend with the siding.

If the job is direct touch up on the finished siding surface, use Original Material Match. If you are painting a separate part or accessory, choose the product format that fits that part and the level of finish match you need.

Reorder the exact color, product type, and finish you used before. That is the best way to keep Chesapeake Gray (Vinyl) 536243 consistent across repeat orders or multiple replacement parts.

Even with the same formula, the final appearance can still vary with substrate, prep, application method, and the age of the surrounding material. If consistency is critical, keep the original order details with your job records.

All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Gentek Chesapeake Gray (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 Chesapeake Gray (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 Chesapeake Gray (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 Chesapeake Gray (Vinyl) are 133, 134, 130 and the HEX code is #858682. The LRV for Gentek Chesapeake Gray (Vinyl) is 23.63. 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 Chesapeake Gray (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 Chesapeake Gray (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 Chesapeake Gray (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 Chesapeake Gray (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 Chesapeake Gray (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.