From Beige to Bold: A Full Exterior Color Transformation in Arvada
This Arvada homeowner was ready for a change. Their house had been beige for years, and they wanted something with more personality. They chose James Hardie fiber cement products in Deep Ocean and Arctic White to replace their existing siding, with the full exterior scope covering siding, trim, soffits, and fascia. The result is a cohesive, high-contrast look that feels intentional from every angle.
What We Did
- Removed the existing beige siding and installed James Hardie fiber cement siding in Deep Ocean
- Replaced all trim with James Hardie products in Arctic White
- Replaced soffits with James Hardie products in Arctic White
- Replaced fascia with James Hardie products in Arctic White
- Completed the full exterior as a unified scope, ensuring consistent color and installation throughout
Choosing Colors for a James Hardie Exterior
Color selection is one of the most meaningful decisions in a James Hardie siding project, and it's worth thinking through carefully. James Hardie's ColorPlus Technology applies the finish in a controlled factory environment, which produces a more consistent, durable result than field-painted fiber cement. The color is baked on, not brushed on at the job site.
For a two-tone exterior like this one, the relationship between the field color and the trim color matters a lot. Deep Ocean is a rich, saturated blue, and pairing it with Arctic White creates a clean line wherever the two meet. That contrast only works if the installation is precise, because the color difference makes any gaps or misalignment visible.
From a durability standpoint, fiber cement holds color well in Colorado's climate. It doesn't expand and contract the way vinyl does through freeze-thaw cycles, and it's non-combustible, which is a meaningful consideration along the Front Range where wildfire risk is real.
A Complete Exterior Refresh in Arvada
This project is a good example of what a full siding replacement can do for a home's appearance when the scope is planned carefully and the color selection is intentional. The homeowner knew what they wanted, and the materials they chose were well-suited to deliver it. Another Arvada home with a look that's genuinely its own.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a full siding replacement typically take?
Most full siding replacements take between one and two weeks, depending on the size of the home and the scope of work. A project that also includes soffits and fascia, like this one, may run toward the longer end of that range.
Does James Hardie siding need to be painted after installation?
Not if you choose James Hardie products with ColorPlus Technology. That finish is applied at the factory and comes with its own warranty. If you select primed-only boards, those do need to be painted after installation.
Is fiber cement siding a good choice for Colorado's climate?
It holds up well here. Fiber cement doesn't swell or crack the way wood can, and it handles temperature swings better than vinyl. It's also non-combustible, which matters in areas with elevated wildfire risk.
Can I choose any color combination for my siding and trim?
James Hardie offers a range of ColorPlus colors, and two-tone combinations are common. Your contractor can show you the full palette and help you think through how field and trim colors will work together on your specific home.
Does replacing soffits and fascia need to happen at the same time as siding?
It doesn't have to, but there are real advantages to doing it all at once. The materials match, the installation is coordinated, and you avoid the cost and disruption of a second mobilization later. If your soffits and fascia are aging alongside your siding, combining the scope usually makes sense.