Slate & Shake Character
Sculpted, oversized profiles that convincingly deliver premium looks at a fraction of natural-material cost.
Roofing Materials
Designer Shingles
When the roof is part of the home’s character — luxury profiles that deliver slate and cedar looks with modern shingle performance.
Material Overview
Designer Shingles, Explained
Designer (luxury) shingles are the top tier of asphalt roofing: oversized, sculpted profiles that replicate hand-cut slate or wood shake, with color blends and shadow lines engineered to read as premium from the curb. On a home with visible rooflines, the difference is dramatic.
Underneath the looks, they’re the heaviest, toughest asphalt shingles made — with premium wind ratings and impact performance. For distinctive homes, historic districts, and anyone planning to stay a long time, designer shingles buy genuine character without the structural requirements and cost of natural slate or cedar.
At A Glance
Material Specs
Service Life
30+ Years
Wind Rating
Up To 130 MPH
Warranty
Up To 25 Years
Look
Slate & Shake
Best For
- Distinctive & custom homes
- High-visibility rooflines
- Historic-style neighborhoods
- Forever homes
Why Homeowners Choose It
- Slate & Shake Character. Sculpted, oversized profiles that convincingly deliver premium looks at a fraction of natural-material cost.
- Heaviest-Duty Asphalt. The thickest, toughest shingles made — top wind ratings and impact resistance in storm country.
- No Structural Upgrades. All the character of slate without the engineering, weight, and specialized repair costs that come with it.
Key Advantages
Where Designer Shingles Wins
Heaviest-Duty Asphalt
The thickest, toughest shingles made — top wind ratings and impact resistance in storm country.
No Structural Upgrades
All the character of slate without the engineering, weight, and specialized repair costs that come with it.
Common Questions
Straight Answers
Typically a meaningful step above architectural — but far below natural slate or cedar. On homes where the roof is a big part of the look, it’s the highest-impact upgrade per dollar you can make to the exterior.
Generally yes — heavier construction and thicker mats extend service life and improve storm resilience. Warranty terms are also the strongest in the asphalt category.
