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Seattle Primed James Hardie Siding With Two-Layer Tear-Off & Three-Color Exterior Paint Scheme
This project began by removing two old siding layers before rebuilding the exterior with a new HardieWrap and James Hardie system.
The main siding was 8 1/4-inch primed Hardie lap siding with a 7-inch reveal, supported by HardieFlash, 26GA window flashing, metal corner details, dedicated exterior blocks, and QUAD MAX.
The finish phase used three Sherwin-Williams SuperPaint colors, extending beyond the walls to the front deck rails, beams, soffit, doors, and garage.
Two-Layer Siding Tear-Off
Removing two existing siding layers created a cleaner starting point instead of adding another exterior surface over an already layered wall. The source does not identify the materials in those old layers, so none are assumed.
HardieWrap and Flashing Rebuild
HardieWrap, 1 1/2-inch seam tape, 4-inch HardieFlash, 26GA head flashing, W inside corners, window/block flashing, and Z-metal established the documented moisture-management package.
Primed 8 1/4-Inch Hardie Lap Siding
The siding used an 8 1/4-inch profile with a 7-inch reveal. The source does not specify Cedarmill or Smooth texture, so the project package keeps the texture open.
Three-Color SuperPaint Scheme
Color one was assigned to the siding body, color two to trim, and color three to the front deck rails, beams, soffit, and doors. This creates three clear architectural groups rather than a simple body-and-trim scheme.
Garage and Deck Integration
The garage was painted the same color as the siding body, while the front deck rails and beams shared the third color with the soffit and doors. Bringing those elements into the paint scope made the finished exterior more cohesive.
Why This Scope Matters in Pacific Northwest Conditions
Pacific Northwest siding work has to account for repeated rain, wind-driven moisture, shaded wall sections, and long wet seasons. The strongest project scopes do not ask the finished siding to do every job by itself. They coordinate the documented substrate, weather barrier, flashing, trim, blocks, soffit, panel seams, sealant, and finish details so water has a controlled path outward and the exterior can age as one system.
Outcome and Homeowner / Property Owner Value
The finished project is valuable because the visible James Hardie material is tied to the supporting work documented in the source scope. That makes the page a proof asset for KV Construction’s full-system approach rather than a generic materials list. Where a source detail is missing or ambiguous, this package keeps it open instead of inventing a product, color, repair condition, or location.
Project Specifications And Materials
- Area: Seattle, WA
- Type: Full James Hardie siding replacement with two-layer tear-off and exterior painting
- Existing Exterior: Two old siding layers removed; materials not specified
- Weather Barrier: HardieWrap paper
- Window / Door Flashing: 4-inch HardieFlash plus 26GA head flashing
- Outside Corners: Prime rustic Hardie 5/4x4
- Inside Corners: Prime 26GA W corner
- Siding: 8 1/4-inch primed James Hardie lap siding, 7-inch reveal
- Texture: Not specified
- Sealant: QUAD MAX caulking
- Paint: Sherwin-Williams SuperPaint, three colors
- Color 1: Siding body
- Color 2: Trim
- Color 3: Front deck rails, beams, soffit, and doors
- Garage: Painted same color as siding
- Photo Source: CompanyCam gallery: https://app.companycam.com/galleries/5mMPCgUD
Request a Free Siding Consultation
Talk with KV Construction about a full siding replacement, James Hardie exterior upgrade, or larger exterior-envelope project built for Pacific Northwest weather. KV Construction is owner-operated, uses consistent crews, follows disciplined flashing and QUAD MAX sealant standards where specified, and backs its work with a 5-Year KV Workmanship Warranty. Request a free siding consultation to review your exterior, materials, waterproofing details, and project fit.
