Use and Care Guide

Re-Painting/Repair

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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