You should not paint your Nest products because painting or covering them can affect their sensors, performance, and functionality and may void your warranty. However, there are a few Nest accessories and parts that can be painted to match your home.
In general, Nest products should never be painted, dyed, or covered with fabric or other materials.
Do not paint:
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Google Nest Protect
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Google Nest cameras
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Google Nest thermostats
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Google Nest × Yale Lock
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Google Nest doorbells
Nest accessories that are safe to paint
There are a few exceptions that can be painted such as outdoor camera cables or the Nest
thermostat’s optional trim plate. The table below details the only accessories that are safe to
paint. If it isn’t in the table below, painting it is not permitted and will void your warranty.
Nest product
Accessory that’s safe to paint
Nest Cam (battery) with floodlight
- Floodlight mounting plate cover
Important: Do not paint the center of the
floodlight mounting plate. Tape this area
off before painting.
Nest Cam IQ Outdoor
Nest Cam Outdoor
Nest Cam weatherproof cable
- Cables
- Cable clips
Important: Do not paint any other part of the
camera itself or its power adapter.
If you are using an oil based paint, you mustfirst use a water-based primer on the cable.
Nest thermostat
- Nest thermostat’s optional trim plate
accessory
Important: If you paint the trim plate, make
sure that it’s completely dry before attaching
the Nest thermostat’s base and installing
the thermostat.