We are unaware of special type of hardware that is required to hang the Matthews Four Seasons Window Box Heartwood with Planter Guard. Please contact the manufacturer directly Central Garden Distributors at (866) 811-1395.
The Pennington Window Box Heardwood with Planter Guard in the smaller and larger sizes are both going to be a darker red wood color.
Yes, the Pennington Window Box Heartwood with Planter Guard can be painted with coats of primer and exterior latex paint.