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For Your Home Siding - Hardiboard and Cedar

Paint Hardiboard, Hardieplank, or Cedar Siding

Project Scenario

Anna owns a ten year old house and does not like the exterior color. It will be the first exterior repaint. The house has HardiePlank® or Hardiboard siding.

This scenario also applies to cedar lap siding.

HardiePlank® Lap Siding is a registered trademark of James Hardie International

Preparation

  • Pressure wash to remove mold, mildew, airborne contaminants and any loose paint. Let dry thoroughly.
  • Feather seand any rough edges.
  • Spot prime any bare wood areas with Rodda Paint's First Coat Primer/Sealer
  • Countersink nails as needed, prior to caulking.
  • Caulk around windows, door jambs, and any exposed face nail patterns.
  • If unpainted gutters and downspouts need painting, clean using a scotch brite pad, then prime with First Coat primer.
Paint Hardiboard Hardieplank Cedar Siding

Primer Coat

Best:        501601x First Coat Primer
Better:     81281 Z-Prime Plus
Good:      701501x Exterior Control Wood Primer

Top Coat

Best:        522501x Ultimate Exterior
Better:     510101x AC-909 Exterior Satin
Good:      52110xx AC-911 Exterior Velvet Flat

Caution! Things to consider

  • Blisters are usually from moisture problems. Identify and solve issue before painting.
  • Tanin bleeds occur in resin rich woods like cedar and fir. After priming, if you notice "tobacco" color stains, reapply primer to affected areas.

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