Ditch the Old and Outdated With A New Architectural Shingle Color
Your roof is a significant element of your home’s curb appeal. With a free upgrade from 3 Tab Shingles to Architectural shingles and selecting the right architectural shingle color you can elevate your entire exterior design. This guide explores the color palettes of two popular shingle options: GAF Natural Shadow and Owens Corning Oakridge. Browse through the unique color options of each brand and explore how they complement different siding and trim colors.
GAF Timberline Natural Shadow Shingles: Earthy Sophistication
Elevate your home’s curb appeal without breaking the bank. GAF Timberline Natural Shadow Shingles deliver the classic architectural look you desire at a practical price. These #1-selling shingles in North America are a favorite among installers for their rugged reliability and timeless design.
Timberline Natural Shadow shingles feature a subtle shadow effect that boasts a distinctive look that mimics the warmth of wood with a sophisticated, even toned finish.
Your home’s exterior will be the envy of the block with these attractive shingles that add a touch of upscale elegance and enhanced curb appeal.
Potential buyers will appreciate a beautiful and dependable roof, translating to a potential increase in your home’s resale value.
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GAF Natural Shadow shingles boast a rich, natural color scheme, ideal for creating a timeless and elegant look. Here’s a breakdown of the available colors:
Barkwood
Barkwood is a warm, earthy brown shingle capturing the essence of natural wood. It reflects the rich tones of tree bark, creating a timeless and rustic aesthetic.
Blends With:
- Sage Green: A harmonious pairing, echoing the natural world.
- Cream: Adds warmth and brightness, creating a balanced look.
- Tan: A complementary neutral, offering a cohesive and inviting feel.
Bold Contrast:
- Crisp White: Highlights the depth of Barkwood, creating a clean and modern look.
- Navy Blue: A dramatic and sophisticated choice, evoking a coastal vibe.
- Forest Green: A rich and earthy green creates a strong contrast, offering a touch of drama
Charcoal
Charcoal is a deep gray shingle exuding a sense of modern sophistication. Its cool tones add a touch of drama and elegance to any home.
Blends With:
- White: A timeless combination, creating a clean and modern look.
- Light Gray: A monochromatic palette with subtle variations in shade for a sleek and contemporary feel.
- Silver Gray: Adds a touch of shimmer and complements the depth of Charcoal, creating a sophisticated aesthetic.
Bold Contrast:
- Crisp White: Maximizes the dramatic effect of Charcoal, creating a striking contrast.
- Cream: Offers a touch of warmth, softening the boldness of Charcoal.
- Tan: A lighter neutral that creates a surprising and modern contrast.
Hickory
Hickory: This rich, medium brown shingle offers a classic and timeless look. It blends seamlessly with natural elements and complements various architectural styles.
Blends With:
- Cream: A timeless pairing, adding warmth and brightness.
- Beige: A calming and neutral option that complements the brown tones of Hickory.
- Taupe: A touch richer than beige, creating a cohesive look and pulling out subtle warmth in Hickory.
Bold Contrast:
- Crisp White: Highlights the depth of Hickory, creating a clean and modern look.
- Light Blue: A refreshing and calming color that creates a significant contrast with Hickory.
- Forest Green: A rich and earthy green creates a strong contrast, evoking a sense of drama and nature.
Pewter Gray
Pewter Gray is a cool, mid-tone gray shingle offering a touch of sophistication with a hint of blue. It creates a calming and balanced exterior.
Blends With:
- White: A timeless combination, creating a clean and airy look.
- Light Blue: A harmonious pairing, enhancing the cool tones of Pewter Gray.
- Greige: A sophisticated neutral option, offering a subtle contrast and a modern look.
Bold Contrast:
- Charcoal Gray: A similar color family but creates a dramatic contrast with a deeper shade.
- Yellow: A cheerful and vibrant color that creates a playful and energetic contrast, perfect for a modern or mid-century style home. (Use sparingly for larger areas)
- Deep Burgundy: This luxurious and dramatic color adds a touch of elegance, creating a truly bold statement, perfect for a Victorian or Colonial style home (use for accents or trim).
Shakewood
Shakewood is a multi-hued shingle captures the rustic charm of natural wood shakes. It blends warm browns with grays and blacks, creating a textured and timeless look.
Blends With:
- Sage Green: A natural and harmonious pairing, echoing the earthy tones of Shakewood.
- Tan: A complementary neutral that complements the warmth of Shakewood.
- Light Brown: Creates a cohesive and rustic aesthetic.
Bold Contrast:
- Crisp White: Highlights the depth and texture of Shakewood, creating a clean and modern contrast.
- Navy Blue: A dramatic and sophisticated choice, evoking a coastal vibe and contrasting the warm tones of Shakewood.
- Charcoal Gray: A cool and modern contrast that emphasizes the textured look of Shakewood.
Slate
Slate: This deep, dark gray shingle exudes a sense of classic elegance. Its timeless beauty adds a touch of style and notable effect to any home.
Blends With:
- White: A timeless combination, creating a clean and dramatic look.
- Charcoal Gray: A monochromatic palette with subtle variations in shade for a sleek and contemporary feel.
- Black: Creates a near-monochromatic look with a touch of texture from the Slate shingles.
Bold Contrast:
- Cream: Offers a touch of warmth, softening the boldness of Slate.
- Tan: A lighter neutral that creates a surprising and modern contrast.
- Light Blue: A refreshing and calming color that creates a significant contrast with Slate.
Weathered Wood
Weathered Wood is a multi-toned brown shingle capturing the beauty of aged wood. It blends warm and cool browns with hints of gray, creating a textured and timeless look.
Blends With:
- Sage Green: A natural and harmonious pairing, echoing the earthy tones of Weathered Wood.
- Tan: A complementary neutral that complements the warmth of Weathered Wood.
- Light Taupe: A touch richer than beige, creating a cohesive look and complementing the cool grays in Weathered Wood.
Bold Contrast:
- Crisp White: Highlights the depth and texture of Weathered Wood, creating a clean and modern contrast.
- Navy Blue: A dramatic and sophisticated choice, evoking a coastal vibe and contrasting the warm tones of Weathered Wood.
- Charcoal Gray: A cool and modern contrast that emphasizes the textured look of Weathered Wood.
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Elevate Your Curb Appeal and Roof Protection with Owens Corning Oakridge® Shingles
Tired of the same old boring roof? Owens Corning Oakridge® laminated shingles transform your home with premium performance and striking beauty.
Say goodbye to flat, one-dimensional roofs. Oakridge® shingles offer a multi-dimensional look with a warm, inviting palette that elevates your home’s curb appeal. It’s a sophisticated upgrade from traditional three-tab shingles.
Owens Corning’s innovative StreakGuard® Algae Resistance Protection is an industry-leading solution.
We’ve embedded copper-lined granules throughout the shingle’s design to combat unsightly algae growth.
This proprietary technology keeps your roof looking fresh and beautiful for years to come.
Owens Corning’s innovative StreakGuard® Algae Resistance Protection is an industry-leading solution. We’ve embedded copper-lined granules throughout the shingle’s design to combat unsightly algae growth. This proprietary technology keeps your roof looking fresh and beautiful for years to come.
Oakridge® shingles boast a double-layer nailing zone, proven through rigorous testing to deliver superior strength and holding power compared to standard shingles.
This translates to a longer-lasting roof that weathers the elements with ease.
When it comes to your roof, durability, beauty, and peace of mind matter. Owens Corning Oakridge® shingles deliver on all fronts. Contact a local Owens Corning Roofing Preferred Contractor today for a free consultation and experience the Oakridge® difference. Choose your color option below.
Brownwood
Brownwood is a color option that is a rich, classic brown and exudes a timeless elegance.
Blends With:
- Beige: A classic neutral option that offers a calming and grounded feel next to the boldness of Brownwood.
- Cream: A timeless pairing, adding warmth and brightness alongside Brownwood.
- Taupe: Light to medium taupe tones complement the brown tones, creating a cohesive and elegant look.
Bold Contrast:
- Crisp White: This classic creates a dramatic contrast, highlighting the depth of Brownwood. Perfect for a clean and modern look.
- Light Blue: A refreshing and calming color that creates a significant contrast, offering a touch of whimsy.
- Forest Green: A rich and earthy green creates a strong contrast, evoking a sense of drama and nature.
Desert Tan
Desert Tan is a warm and sandy tan, ideal for creating a Southwestern or Mediterranean feel.
Blends With:
- Sage Green: A natural and harmonious pairing, echoing the earthy tones of Desert Tan.
- Cream: Adds warmth and brightness, creating a balanced look.
- Light Taupe: A similar neutral with a touch more color, offering a cohesive and inviting feel.
Bold Contrast:
- Bold Contrast: Teal: This cool blue-green creates a vibrant pop against the warm Desert Tan.
- Cobalt Blue: A richer and deeper blue that offers a sophisticated contrast.
- Deep Burgandy: Adds richness to a touch of farm living and country style.
Driftwood
Driftwood is a light gray shingle with brown undertones offering a relaxed and coastal vibe.
Blends With:
- Sage Green: Earthy and harmonious, perfect for a Craftsman or bungalow style home.
- Taupe: Light to medium taupe tones pull out the warm brown tones in Driftwood, creating a cohesive feel.
- Cream: A classic cream siding provides timeless elegance alongside the Driftwood roof.
Bold Contrast:
- Navy Blue: Creates a dramatic contrast with the Driftwood shingle, adding a touch of sophistication.
- Charcoal Gray: Similar to navy blue, offering a cooler contrast with a sleek and modern look.
- Forest Green: A rich and earthy green creates a natural contrast, evoking a sense of earthiness.
Estate Gray
Estate Gray is a cool medium gray.
Blends With:
- Cream: A timeless classic, adding warmth and brightness alongside the cool gray.
- Greige: This blend of gray and beige provides a sophisticated neutral option, creating a subtle contrast.
- Light Gray: Creates a monochromatic look with subtle variations in shade.
Bold Contrast:
- Deep Blue: A dramatic and sophisticated choice, creating a striking contrast with the cool gray.
- Black: Bold black accents can create a dramatic and contemporary look. Use sparingly to avoid overwhelming the cool gray.
- Forest Green: A rich and earthy green creates a strong contrast, evoking a sense of drama and nature.
Onyx Black
Onyx Black is a bold, dramatic black, perfect for creating a sophisticated and balanced look.
Blends With:
Charcoal Gray: A close cousin to onyx black, charcoal creates a monochromatic look with subtle variations in shade.
Off-White: A warmer white tone offsets the coolness of onyx black, creating a softer and more inviting feel.
Greige: This blend of gray and beige can work if it leans towards the warmer beige tones, offering a subtle contrast.
Bold Contrast:
- Crisp White: This timeless classic creates a dramatic contrast, highlighting the depth of the onyx black.
- Light Blue: A refreshing and calming color that creates a significant contrast with the black, offering a touch of whimsy.
- Vibrant Yellow: A cheerful and vibrant color creates a playful and energetic contrast, perfect for a modern or mid-century style home. Use with caution for larger areas.
Teak
Teakwood is a warm brown shingle with a reddish hue.
Blends With:
- Cream: A timeless classic, adding warmth and brightness alongside the teakwood.
- Light Taupe: Similar to cream, light taupe offers a slightly richer and earthier option, complementing the reddish hue in the teakwood.
- Beige: A classic neutral option that offers a warm and calming option that complements the teak tones.
Bold Contrast:
- Crisp White: This timeless classic creates a dramatic contrast, highlighting the warmth of the teakwood.
- Charcoal Gray: A cool and sophisticated choice, creating a bold contrast with the warm teakwood, offering a modern and dramatic look.
- Deep Blue: Similar to charcoal gray, a deep blue offers a cool contrast but with a touch of color, creating a coastal or nautical vibe.
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Both GAF Natural Shadow and Owens Corning Oakridge shingles offer beautiful and durable options for your roof. Consider your home’s overall style, siding color, and desired aesthetic when making your final decision. By following these recommendations, you can select the perfect shingle color to elevate your home’s curb appeal.