Does fiber cement siding need to be painted? Most brands, like James Hardie®, come with pre-finished colors baked on in the factory. If you choose unfinished panels, you can paint them any color, and the finish usually lasts 10–15 years before repainting is needed. Michael Saad2025-10-15T10:05:22-04:00Fiber Cement Siding, Siding|Comments Off on Does fiber cement siding need to be painted? Share This Story, Choose Your Platform! FacebookXRedditPinterestEmailCopy Link