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- Atlas StormMaster LM Architectural Shingles Weather the Storm
- ebuild (11/10/2009)
- Atlas Roofing Corporation introduces its StormMaster shingle line. These shingles stand up to the most extreme climate and weather conditions, are impact resistant, and boast a 110 MPH wind warranty. In some states, homes with high impact resistant shingles can qualify for discounts on homeowner insurance policies.
- Landmark Solaris Roofing Shingles
- ebuild (8/13/2009)
- Landmark Solaris roofing shingles offer the appearance homeowners demand, with a traditional shingle look and rich colors of weathered wood, burnt sienna, resawn shake, heather blend, and moire black. The shingles are rated by the Cool Roof Rating Council, and all but the moire black are Energy Star-rated.
Cool Roof Tile- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (4/1/2008)
- The Cool Roof Tile line has earned a mark from the Cool Roof Rating Council, which tests for solar reflectance and thermal emittance. The roofing comes in 21 color options, ranging from white on white to terra-cotta to gray blends, and in standard-weight and lightweight tile, flat, and curved profiles.
CertainTeed Luxury Products Offer HOAs Efficient, Durable Alternatives to Traditional Building Materials- ebuild (8/30/2007)
- In the interest of maintaining high property values, many affluent residential communities depend on a homeowners association (HOA) board to set guidelines for any modifications made to a home's exterior within the community. CertainTeed luxury products offer HOAs efficient, durable alternatives to traditional building materials.
CertainTeed Corporation Offers Newest Edition of the Preeminent Shingle Applicator's Manual (SAM 8)- ebuild (8/21/2007)
- CertainTeed Corporation ups the ante for roofing contractors with its all-new eighth edition of the Shingle Applicator's Manual (SAM). Considered the roofing industry's most authoritative book on shingle application, the fully illustrated manual contains the most up-to-date information on shingle roofing installation. The eighth edition SAM contains updated and new application instructions, several new flashing details, diagrams and numerous new installation tips. The manual also introduces several newer products, including Presidential Shake impact resistant luxury shingles and Mountain Ridge High Profile Hip and Ridge Accessory.
EcoStar Introduces EcoVent Roofing Tiles- ebuild (8/1/2007)
- EcoStar, the leading manufacturer of premium steep slope roofing materials, is adding EcoVent to its line of premium accessories. EcoVent is a continuous tile-over ridge vent that efficiently removes hot, moist air from the attic space of a building. Vital to increasing the life span of a roof, EcoVent helps reduce cooling costs of a building while preventing moisture build-up in the attic space. EcoVent provides incredible strength and offers unmatched durability and protection against rain, snow and ice, providing a breathable, yet efficient weather barrier in virtually every weather condition.
CertainTeed Presidential Shake Luxury Shingles are at the Core of Roof Designs at Apple Springs - ebuild (7/27/2007)
- To top the modern-day luxury log homes that will eventually fill the development, they chose CertainTeed Presidential Shake, a product which mixes the time-honored appearance of cedar shake roofing with the durability of an asphalt composition shingle.
Heritage Vintage Premium Asphalt Shingles- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (7/19/2007)
- Tamko Building Products. Designed to look like wood shake with cuts and angular lines, Heritage Vintage premium asphalt shingles are backed by a 50-year limited warranty. They are UL listed for Class-A fire and wind resistance. The shingles come in five color options: weathered wood, charcoal, redwood, fossil grey, and chestnut. 800-641-4691.
- Roof Redux
- REMODELING Magazine (6/1/2007)
- A few years ago, Ann Marzano's home needed a new roof. Environmentally conscious, she wanted to avoid asphalt or cedar, but her local homeowner's association wouldn't allow metal. After researching alternatives, she came up with synthetic slate, a durable rubber composite made mostly from recycled tires that provided the traditional look her NIMBY neighbors demanded.
New Owens Corning Duration Series Shingles with SureNail Technology Help Reduce Redtags, Callbacks and Improve Cycle Time- ebuild (5/7/2007)
- Builders looking to capture additional efficiencies and buyer satisfaction should look to the rooftop. Owens Corning (NYSE: OC), the manufacturer of America's # 1 brand of roofing shingles, introduces Duration Series shingles with SureNail Technology. Due to the liberal nailing area, contractors report improved productivity and greater accuracy, allowing them to get on to their next roof sooner and reduce builder cycle times. Duration Series shingles also deliver greater wind protection - resisting up to category three hurricane force winds. Owens Corning is the only maker of asphalt roofing shingles with this powerful combination of benefits.
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