TYPES OF ROOFING SHINGLES

Architectural Roofing Shingle

Considered to be a premium type of asphalt shingle, architectural roofing shingles are also called dimensional shingles or laminated shingles because there are two layers of shingle pieces laminated together to provide a dimensional look. Roofs covered in architectural shingles have an aesthetically pleasing appearance thanks to the variation in shingle sizes and shapes. Due to their increased thickness, architectural shingles typically have a longer manufacturer warranty and some brands are rated to resist higher wind speeds.

TruDefinition® Duration® Architectural Shingles in Colonial Slate (pictured below

Impact-Resistant Roofing Shingles

Impact-resistant shingles are shingles that are modified and enhanced to withstand impact from hail or other debris that might fall on your roof. There are different ways that the shingles are modified to achieve this resistance.

For instance, some shingles are reinforced on the back with a reinforcing fabric, while other shingles contain asphalt mixed with polymers, such as styrene-butadiene-styrene (or SBS) which adds a rubberizing effect to the shingles. These modifications increase the shingle’s ability to absorb the energy from a hailstone, or another source of impact, which helps to reduce the intensity of cracking, denting, or other types of damage.

TruDefinition® Duration FLEX® Impact-Resistant Shingles in Onyx Black (pictured below)

To be labeled as impact-resistant, the shingles must have received a rating during roofing industry-standard impact testing (UL2218). There are four rating levels of the UL2218 standard with Class 4 being the highest impact rating. Some insurance providers offer a discount to homeowners who have Class 4 impact-resistant shingles installed on their roofs.

COOL Roofing Shingles

Covered with solar-reflecting granules, COOL roofing shingles help make your home more energy-efficient by decreasing heat absorption through the roof.

Owens Corning® TruDefinition® Duration® COOL architectural shingles in the color Mountainside (pictured below)

Specialty Asphalt Roofing Shingles

Specialty shingles can come in bolder colors and styles that mimic other roofing materials, such as tile or wood shake, and offer the practicality and affordability of asphalt shingles with a slightly different look.

For example, Owens Corning® Roofing offers:

TruDefinition® Duration® architectural shingles in Terra Cotta have the deep clay color of tile with none of the hassles regarding extra weight distribution.

TruDefinition® Duration® Architectural Shingles in Terra Cotta (pictured below)

Berkshire® specialty architectural shingles with unique shadow lines and cut provide the look of natural slate without the difficult installation process.

Berkshire® Specialty Architectural Shingles in Manchester Gray (pictured below

Berkshire® Specialty Architectural Shingles in Sherwood Beige (pictured below)

Woodcrest® and Woodmoor® specialty architectural shingles with a rustic, textured appearance mimic wood shake while meeting fire-resistance standards and providing enhanced durability.

Woodcrest® Specialty Architectural Shingles in Mesquite (pictured below

TruDefinition® Duration MAX® thick, specialty architectural shingles designed to give the rustic definition of wood shingles.

TruDefinition® Duration MAX® Specialty Architectural Shingles in Carbon (pictured below

Other Types of Roofing Shingles

If you’re required to install non-asphalt roofing materials because of local building codes or HOA rules, then you may need to consider the following roofing options for your home. If building codes, HOA rules, or other compliance factors are not an issue, then the aesthetics – or look – of most of these non-asphalt roofing materials can be achieved using architectural roofing shingles in specific designs and colors.

Tile Roofing

Tile roofing is typically made of concrete and may be used on the roofs of historic properties and homes in the American Southwest region. They’re much heavier than asphalt shingles, requiring the interior structure of the roof to be reinforced so it can hold up the extra weight

Pro Tip: Certain granule color combinations on asphalt shingles can achieve the aesthetics of tile, such as TruDefinition® Duration® Shingles in the color Terra Cotta

Slate Tile Shingles

Slate tile roofing shingles are made of individual thin pieces of slate, a natural stone, which are quite heavy when installed together.

A roof must be designed or reinforced to handle the weight of slate tile shingles adding to the complexity of their installation, which is part of the reason why they are one of the more expensive options available

Pro Tip: If you want the look of slate tile without the hassles, there are asphalt shingle options available, such as Berkshire® Shingles from Owens Corning®

Wood Shingles

Wood shingles have been used for hundreds of years as a roofing option for homeowners. Most wood shingles are made from either cedar or redwood. They are cut into precise shapes and have a much smaller exposure than traditional wood shakes, which gives them a distinct look.

Wood shingle exposure is 5″ which is much smaller than wood shakes, but it is not much smaller than traditional asphalt shingles.

One of the major downsides to installing real wood shingles, however, is that they are more prone to fire damage than other types of roofing and cannot achieve a Class A fire rating

Pro Tip: Homeowners looking for the rustic appearance of old-fashioned wood shingles with the durability of asphalt may be interested in TruDefinition® Duration MAX® Shingles.

Wood Shake Shingles

Like wood shingles, wood shake shingles are also made from either cedar or redwood, but are not as precisely cut — they are typically sawn off and hand-split for a more homespun look. Again, because they are made out of wood, they are more prone to fire damage and cannot achieve a Class A fire rating

Pro Tip: You can get the look of shake shingles with specialty asphalt shingles, such as Woodmoor® and Woodcrest®, which are cut to mimic the natural, rustic look of shake with less maintenance and carry a Class A fire rating, the highest fire-resistance standard in the industry.

Metal Roofing

Metal roofing is another roofing material option you may be considering. Metal roofs, whether standing seam or stone-coated metal shingles, typically tend to take longer to install and are on the higher end of costs due to materials, labor, and system requirements.

Standing Seam Metal Roofs

Standing seam metal roofing features a series of ridges or vertical seams running up the roof slope. Standing seam panels for a metal roof are typically made from

• Galvanized steel
• Galvalume steel
• Aluminum
• Zinc
• Copper
• Titanium, or
• Stainless steel

Stone-Coated Metal Roofing Shingles

Different in appearance from a standing seam or flat panel roof, metal roofing shingles are stone-coated steel panels that simulate concrete or clay tile roofing, and wood shakes

Additional Considerations When Choosing Roofing Shingles:

Roof Components

Your roofing shingle choice and roofing system may be dictated by local business code requirements, manufacturer warranties, and system warranties. For example, only certain types of roofing underlayment can be used with non-asphalt shingles, such as tile, metal, or slate, because of fire and/or high-temperature concerns.

Structural Elements

Additionally, some roofing materials may require special roof deck preparation or reinforced structural elements.

Solar Panels

For homeowners interested in adding solar panels to their roofing systems, it’s recommended to install new solar panels overtop of full shingle coverage. This offers a double layer of protection against the elements. It often makes the most sense to install solar panels during a reroof or new roofing construction

Browse Owens Corning® Roofing Shingles to Find the Right Shingle for Your Home

Find the perfect match for your next roof by scrolling through our large selection of asphalt roofing shingles, available in many different colors and styles.

If you need a roof replacement in Columbus, Ohio call Ohio Exteriors. Ohio Exteriors is a Preferred Roofing Contractor for Owens Corning.

Source: Owens Corning