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ASPHALT SHINGLES · DALLAS–FORT WORTH

Owens Corning Shingle Roofing

Color, Contrast & a Complete Roofing Plan
Start with the look you want, then compare the exact shingle, installation details, and warranty options. Nortex helps Dallas–Fort Worth homeowners turn a product shortlist into a clear roof replacement scope.



THE BRAND & THE PRODUCT

Choose a Specific Shingle Line

A roof estimate should name the manufacturer, product line, color, and supporting components. Compare these together with our asphalt shingle roofing guide.

Duration

A dimensional asphalt shingle with contrasting granule blends and SureNail® technology. Review the current regional product sheet before choosing your roof.

Duration Designer

A separate product selection for homeowners exploring more expressive color blends. Its palette should be compared separately from standard Duration.

Impact-focused options

Ask about the exact impact-rated product available for your address. A familiar brand name does not establish a rating for every product in its range.

Review the official TruDefinition® Duration® product information ↗︎

Try combinations in our Build Your Look design studio ↗︎.


DURATION® SERIES · SURENAIL® TECHNOLOGY

A Reinforced Strip Where Fastening Matters

The light-colored strip in this photo is Owens Corning’s SureNail® engineered fabric nailing zone. It gives installers a visible fastening target and reinforces the area where nails secure the shingle to the roof deck.

That reinforcement helps resist nail pull-through, nail blow-through, and separation of the shingle layers. It supports a stronger fastening connection; correct nail placement and depth still matter.

130 MPH*

Wind Resistance Limited Warranty for Duration® shingles, subject to the applicable product warranty and installation requirements.

Wind performance depends on the complete roof system. We review the specified shingles, starter, ridge caps, fastening, and supporting components as part of your roof replacement plan.

Close-up photograph of the Owens Corning SureNail fabric strip on a Duration shingle
Duration® shingle detail: the visible SureNail® strip forms the reinforced nailing zone. Select the photo to view the detail.
BUILT FOR A DEMANDING CLIMATE

North Texas Winds Can Be Brutal

Across Dallas–Fort Worth, a thunderstorm can bring a sudden burst of damaging wind—even without a tornado. Powerful downbursts spread outward when descending storm air hits the ground. Some can exceed 100 mph, putting roofs, trees, and other parts of a home under intense stress.

On a roof, wind can lift shingle edges and strain the fastening points. That is why a reinforced nailing zone matters: SureNail helps strengthen the connection where each shingle is secured. Correct fastening, sealed shingles, starter strips, and ridge details all work together. After a severe storm, schedule a roof inspection and repair assessment if you notice missing shingles, lifted edges, or leaks.

Weather context: National Weather Service downburst information ↗︎. A wind-warranty speed is not a guarantee against damage in every storm.

A Clear Nailing Target

The visible fabric strip helps installers place fasteners in the intended nailing zone for consistent installation.

Reinforced Fastener Holding

SureNail reinforcement helps resist the shingle pulling over the nail head under wind loads and the nail blowing through during fastening.

Layers Working Together

The strip overlays the common bond of the shingle layers, adding reinforcement at this critical connection and helping resist delamination.

*The 130 mph figure describes limited wind-warranty coverage, not a promise that a roof cannot tear or suffer storm damage. Owens Corning currently lists enhanced wind coverage up to 160 mph when its specified component and installation requirements are met, including starter shingles at both eaves and rakes. Coverage, exclusions, and eligibility depend on the applicable warranty. Nortex confirms the terms for your quoted system before contracting.

See Owens Corning’s SureNail technology details ↗︎ · Duration Performance Brochure ↗︎ · Current Standard Product Limited Warranty (PDF) ↗︎


COLOR SELECTION · TruDefinition® Duration®

Explore Shingle Colors

Select a swatch to see a larger manufacturer sample. This TruDefinition® Duration® palette is separate from other Owens Corning product lines. Confirm local availability and compare physical samples before making your final selection.

Owens Corning TruDefinition® Duration® shingle sample in Amber
Amber
Owens Corning TruDefinition® Duration® shingle sample in Brownwood
Brownwood
Owens Corning TruDefinition® Duration® shingle sample in Chateau Green
Chateau Green
Owens Corning TruDefinition® Duration® shingle sample in Colonial Slate
Colonial Slate
Owens Corning TruDefinition® Duration® shingle sample in Desert Rose
Desert Rose
Owens Corning TruDefinition® Duration® shingle sample in Driftwood
Driftwood
Owens Corning TruDefinition® Duration® shingle sample in Estate Gray
Estate Gray
Owens Corning TruDefinition® Duration® shingle sample in Harbor Blue
Harbor Blue
Owens Corning TruDefinition® Duration® shingle sample in Midnight Plum
Midnight Plum
Owens Corning TruDefinition® Duration® shingle sample in Onyx Black
Onyx Black
Owens Corning TruDefinition® Duration® shingle sample in Peppercorn
Peppercorn
Owens Corning TruDefinition® Duration® shingle sample in Shasta White
Shasta White
Owens Corning TruDefinition® Duration® shingle sample in Sierra Gray
Sierra Gray
Owens Corning TruDefinition® Duration® shingle sample in Teak
Teak
Owens Corning TruDefinition® Duration® shingle sample in Terra Cotta
Terra Cotta
Owens Corning TruDefinition® Duration® shingle sample in Williamsburg Gray
Williamsburg Gray

Images: Owens Corning. Manufacturer product samples, not Nortex installation photographs. Screen settings and lighting can change appearance. Colors shown are not a guarantee of regional availability.

View current manufacturer colors & product information ↗︎


OFFICIAL MANUFACTURER RESOURCES

Brochures That Match Your Roof

Use the product-family brochure first. Keep the broader roofing catalog for comparison, and use current technical documents when confirming specifications.

Duration colors & product documents

Choose your location, then open Technical Documents for the current Duration Beauty Book and data sheet.

Open Official Resource ↗︎

Roofing brochure & PDF library

Select the exact shingle line and regional Beauty Book; regional brochures can contain different selections.

Open Official Resource ↗︎

FROM SHINGLE TO ROOF SYSTEM

What Nortex Helps You Compare

Start with the roof’s condition

Before selecting a color, establish whether your home needs a roof repair or a complete replacement. Deck condition, flashing, roof shape, ventilation, and existing leaks affect the scope and price.

Make the estimate specific

Ask which underlayment, starter shingles, ridge caps, flashing details, and ventilation work are included. An attractive shingle does not correct an incomplete installation plan. Compare removal, decking allowances, cleanup, and workmanship coverage alongside the material.

Confirm ratings and warranty terms

Request the current data sheet for the exact product quoted. Impact ratings are product-specific and do not make a roof hail-proof. Product warranties and contractor workmanship coverage are separate; enhanced manufacturer coverage may require eligible components and installer credentials.

Coordinate the rest of the exterior

Compare roof colors with your siding and gutters. After a storm, our storm restoration and claims information explain the next steps for assessment and documentation.


HOMEOWNER QUESTIONS

Before You Make Your Selection

Is the brand name enough for an estimate?

No. Ask for the exact shingle line, color, supporting components, installation scope, and warranty terms in writing.

Are all listed colors available in North Texas?

Not necessarily. Manufacturer palettes can vary by region and product line. Nortex confirms current local availability before you commit.

Should I choose from a PDF or a physical sample?

Use online tools and brochures to build a shortlist, then inspect a physical sample outdoors. Check HOA requirements before finalizing your selection.

Does an impact rating mean the roof cannot be damaged by hail?

No. A laboratory impact classification is not a promise that a roof will avoid damage in every storm. Confirm the exact product rating and current warranty exclusions.

Does a manufacturer warranty cover all installation work?

Coverage depends on the specific warranty and eligibility requirements. Ask how manufacturer coverage differs from Nortex’s written workmanship terms.

Can I compare another shingle brand?

Yes. Explore our CertainTeed shingle guide and compare the complete installation scope, samples, and current product documents.


PLAN YOUR NORTH TEXAS ROOF

Bring Your Shortlist. Get a Clear Scope.

Talk with Nortex about your home, color preferences, and replacement timeline. We’ll help you compare a practical roofing plan.

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COMPARE WITH CONFIDENCE

See How Your Options Compare.

Explore product ratings, wind and algae protection, and included or upgraded warranty coverage. Build a shortlist to discuss with Nortex.

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