Match of James Hardie™ Lap Siding *

Yes, if you need direct touch up on a factory-finished surface, choose a MyPerfectColor product that explicitly says Original Material Match for James Hardie Lap Siding. That option is the one intended for touch up because it includes a sheen match. If you are painting a separate part, edge, or accessory instead of repairing the original surface, another matched format may be appropriate.

An installed James Hardie Lap Siding surface can change over time from sun exposure, weathering, chalking, sheen shift, texture, and batch variation. That means the brand color reference can be correct while the existing surface still reads differently. If the area is aged or highly visible, plan for a close color match rather than an invisible repair, and consider a sample or existing-part match when the tolerance is tight.

For direct touch up on James Hardie Lap Siding, order the MyPerfectColor option that explicitly says Original Material Match. For separate parts, replacement pieces, or broader repainting, you can consider other matched formats such as spray paint, brush-in-cap bottles, paint pens, or other available coatings, but they should not be treated as direct touch-up products unless they are labeled Original Material Match. Use the format that fits the job, not just the color reference.

Yes. A match of James Hardie Lap Siding can be used as the color reference for replacement boards, trim pieces, soffit, fascia, gutters, flashings, vents, shutters, and other nearby exterior accessories that need to blend with the siding. If the job is direct touch up on the original finished surface, use Original Material Match. If you are painting a separate accessory or replacement part, choose the product format that fits that part and its finish requirements.

Exterior exposure can change how James Hardie Lap Siding looks over time. UV, moisture, chalking, and general weathering can all affect color and sheen on an installed surface. If the siding has aged outdoors, the original color reference may not match the existing area exactly even when the product choice is correct. For touch up, use Original Material Match; for a tighter visual decision on a weathered area, an existing-part or site-specific sample is often safer.

All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match James Hardie Lap Siding 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 James Hardie Lap Siding 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 James Hardie Lap Siding is based on matching an official James Hardie color sample. The color and sheen of your specific James Hardie 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.

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The RGB values for James Hardie Lap Siding are 126, 124, 120 and the HEX code is #7E7C78. The LRV for James Hardie Lap Siding is 20.19. 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 James Hardie Lap Siding 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 James Hardie Lap Siding 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 James Hardie Lap Siding 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 James Hardie color samples. A sample of the James Hardie Lap Siding 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 Lap Siding 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.