PVC frame is white.  No need to paint but allows for painting of your choice, if desired.  PVC won't crack, split or warp.  Built to last in any climate and instantly adds to the beauty of your home.  Durable aluminum metal screen has a baked on white enamel finish.  Keeps animals, insects, and rodents from entering your attic while allowing ample air flow.  Self-tapping screws are provided with the vent.  Once holes are filled and white filler (provided, they become invisible.  Filler gets applied to holes and is pink when wet.  Overfill the hole and let dry, then lightly sand with 220 sandpaper.  Salt air deteriorates existing soffit vents and standard bug screens are easily chewed through by animals but not these.  Lightweight.  Patented design.  Proudly made in USA with American materials.