Use and Care Manual

COLORPLUS

PRODUCTS

ColorPlus

Touch-up is used to cover nicks, scrapes and nail

holes that may occur over time. ColorPlus

Touch-up comes

in bottles tailored to be edge coaters or touch-up pens. If

the touch up area is larger than the size of a dime, the use of

touch-up is NOT recommended. It is advised to replace the

damage siding with a new section of ColorPlus siding.

PRIMED PRODUCTS

If your James Hardie siding was originally painted after it

was installed on your home, then check the original paint

manufacturer’s recommendations for reapplication of paint.

NOTE: Do not use stains or oil-based/alkyd paints on James

Hardie products. For additional information on ﬁnishing James

Hardie

products, download Technical Bulletin #22 from

Jameshardie.com

REPAIR OR PATCHING

Re-apply caulking when it has begun to show signs of wear. This

can help keep moisture from getting into the wall cavity. These

areas include, but not limited to, penetrations, ﬂashings, plank

and trim connections, and in some cases, between plank joints.

NOTE: James Hardie recommends the use of caulks and sealants that remain permanently

ﬂexible. Look for the words “permanently ﬂexible” written clearly on the label or in the

accompanying literature. For best results, use an Elastomeric Joint Sealant complying

with ASTM C920 Grade NS, Class 25 or higher, or a Latex Joint Sealant complying with

ASTM C834. Caulking/sealant must be applied in accordance with the caulking/sealant

manufacturer’s written instructions or ASTM C1193.

Dents, chips, cracks and other minor surface damage in James

Hardie

siding and trim products can be ﬁlled with cementitious

patching compound. Refer to manufacturer’s recommendations

for products that are compatible with ﬁber cement.

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Re-Painting / Repair