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Duration® <strong>series</strong> Shingles with SureNail® Technology | Owens Corning Roofing
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HIGH-PERFORMANCE ROOFING SHINGLES

Duration® series Shingles are unrivaled by any other architectural shingles because they feature our patented SureNail® Technology - a technological breakthrough in shingle design.

The series highlights our popular Duration® Shingles, along with up to 7 other Duration styles, depending on where you live, that feature unique performance characteristics. It’s no wonder why 9 out 10 professional roofing contractors prefer to install Duration® series Shingles with SureNail® Technology1.

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1 2019 SureNail® Technology Performance Comparison Contractor Survey, August 2019


Shingle Performance stories from the storm

In the lab, Owens Corning shingles undergo rigorous testing, simulating performance in high wind and other conditions, with Duration® and Oakridge® shingles outperforming top competitors. These 3 stories show examples of real-life shingle performance against a destructive hurricane – Hurricane Ian. Owens Corning – giving many Florida families a moment of much-needed relief. Owens Corning – More than Just a Roof®.

BUILT WITH SURENAIL® TECHNOLOGY2

With our patented SureNail® Technology, strength and durability are built into every Duration® series Shingle, only from Owens Corning. SureNail is a wide, highly visible engineered fabric strip in the nailing area that helps provide:

  • A “NO GUESS” nailing zone for a consistent and quality installation by your contractor
  • Outstanding gripping power to the shingle below so your water-shedding roof stays intact
  • A unique triple layer of reinforcement in the nailing zone for excellent fastener holding power against wind uplift
  • A limited lifetime warranty for as long as you own your home3
  • A 130mph wind warranty4
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2 SureNail® Technology is available only on Owens Corning® Duration® series Shingles. SureNail® Technology is not a guarantee of performance in all weather conditions. SureNail® Technology is proprietary with U.S. and foreign protection. For patent information visit www.owenscorning.com/patents. 
3 For as long as you own your home; see actual warranty for complete details, limitations and requirements. 
4 See actual warranty for complete details, limitations and requirements. 


CHOOSING THE RIGHT DURATION® series SHINGLE FOR YOUR HOME

ATTRIBUTES

Duration®

Duration® Designer

Duration MAX®

Duration® Premium

Duration FLEX®

Duration STORM®

Duration® COOL Plus

Duration® COOL

Price

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COLOR

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Available Colors

21 Colors Available Regionally

9 Colors Available Regionally

10 Colors Available Regionally

6 Colors Available Regionally

9 Colors Available Regionally

7 Colors Available Regionally

7 Colors Available Regionally

10 Colors Available Regionally

PERFORMANCE

SureNail® Technology

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Limited Lifetime Warranty3

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Wind Resistance ⁴

130 MPH

130 MPH

130 MPH

130 MPH

130 MPH

130 MPH

130 MPH

130 MPH

Algae Resistance ⁴

25 Years5/6

25 Years5/6

25 Years5/6

25 Years5/6

Impact Resistance Rating7

Class 3

Class 3

Class 3

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Class 4

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Class 3

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Solar Reflectivity

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WeatherGuard® Technology

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AVAILABILITY

Shingle Availability

Nationwide
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3 For as long as you own your home; see actual warranty for complete details, limitations and requirements.
4 See actual warranty for complete details, limitations and requirements.
5 Shingles are algae resistant to help control growth of algae and discoloration.
6 This coverage is effective 01/01/2023; Installation must include use of an approved Owens Corning® Hip & Ridge Shingle product. See actual warranty for details.
7 Qualifying Owens Corning Hip & Ridge Shingles may be required to complete a UL 2218 and/or FM 4473 Impact-Resistant Roof System. Due to the variability in real storm conditions, a Class Rating on any product does not guarantee that it will withstand damage from hailstorms or other acts of God. Owens Corning shingles are not covered under a warranty for hail damage.

NO MATTER WHERE YOU LIVE, WE HAVE THE RIGHT SHINGLE FOR YOUR HOME

Depending on where you live, there may be unique performance requirements for your roof, like protection against the damage from hail or the need for solar reflectivity. Or you may just want a bolder color choice on your home. Duration® series Shingles have you covered.

Our Most Popular Shingle

Available nationwide, Duration® and Duration® Designer Shingles are our most popular shingle lines because of their exceptional wind resistance and rich color options so you don’t have to sacrifice beauty for durability.

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TruDefinition®Duration®

Get the protection you need and the color you want with our tried-and-true TruDefintion® Duration® architectural shingles. Duration® shingles feature high contrast, monochromatic hues in a wide range of colors.

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TruDefinition®Duration® Designer

Searching for even bolder shingle colors for your roof? Discover the rich palette of colors available in our TruDefinition® Duration® Designer line. Duration® Designer shingles feature high contrast tones of unique color blends for a distinctive view from the curb.

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Class 4 Impact-Resistant Shingles for Hail Regions

If you live in a high storm or hail region of the country, your insurance company may require UL2218 Class 4 impact-resistant shingles. Our Duration STORM® and Duration FLEX® shingles fit that need; available regionally.

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TruDefinition®Duration FLEX®

Duration FLEX® is our Class 4 impact-resistant, SBS polymer-modified asphalt shingle. The rubberizing effect of our uniquely blended SBS modified asphalt makes the shingles pliable and gives them greater flexibility than standard shingles. And that flexibility helps them resist cracking and tearing in all weather conditions, like cold weather.

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TruDefinition®Duration STORM®

Patented WeatherGuard® Technology helps Duration STORM® Shingles achieve a UL 2218 Class 4 rating, the highest rating for impact resistance, by integrating a polymeric backing material on the shingle. This scrim reinforcement helps the shingle withstand the impact of hail.

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COOL Roof Shingles & California Title 24

In a premium offering, Owens Corning has "COOL" shingle lines that are specially designed to reflect solar energy, helping to make your home more comfortable and energy efficient.

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TruDefinition®Duration® COOL

Available only in California, Duration® COOL shingles are rated by the Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC) and meet the prescriptive Cool Roof requirements of California Title 24, Part 6. They also meet City of Los Angeles Cool Roof requirements. Duration® COOL Shingles feature deep, rich colors which are unexpected for solar-reflecting shingles that are typically very light in color.

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TruDefinition®Duration® COOL Plus

Available only in California, Duration® COOL shingles are rated by the Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC) and meet the prescriptive Cool Roof requirements of California Title 24, Part 6. They also meet City of Los Angeles Cool Roof requirements. Duration® COOL Shingles feature deep, rich colors which are unexpected for solar-reflecting shingles that are typically very light in color.

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Asphalt Shingles That Look Like Wood Shingles

Available on the West Coast, Duration MAX® and Duration® Premium shingles offer thickness and weight that give them an impressive wood-like presence on your roof.

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TruDefinition®Duration MAX®

Duration MAX® Shingles combine a bold, thick appearance reminiscent of wood but with the durability and color availability of an asphalt shingle.

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TruDefinition®Duration® Premium

Duration® Premium shingles have a thick, dimensional appearance. This heavy weight shingle makes it ideal for Homeowner Association (HOA) specs.

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ROOF SHINGLE COLORS FOR ANY HOME

Beyond the practical performance benefits, Duration® series Shingles are beautiful. With a wide selection of roof shingle colors available, you can find exactly what you are looking for to complement your homes’ exterior and enhance curb appeal.

Duration® series Shingles work hard to protect your home – and look good doing it.

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LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY3

Owens Corning Duration® series Shingles are covered under our Limited Lifetime Warranty, which means that as the owner of a single-family detached home, your warranty is in effect for manufacturing defects as long as you own your home³. And if you’re interested in more than just a standard shingle warranty, you may be eligible for one of our system warranties depending on the products you install and the contractor you select to do the job.

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3 For as long as you own your home; see actual warranty for complete details, limitations and requirements.