GAF Unveils Timberline HDZ Shingles Powered by LayerLock Technology

Introduces WindProven Warranty as the First Roofing Shingle Warranty with No Wind Limit

GAF, North America’s largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, announced the nationwide launch of Timberline® HDZTM shingles, powered by new and innovative LayerLockTM technology. Combined with all the benefits of America’s top-selling shingle, LayerLock technology mechanically fuses the common bond in Timberline HDZ shingles to offer:

• Up to 99.9% nailing accuracy thanks to our new StrikeZoneTM nailing area - up to 600% larger v. Timberline HD® shingles

• Up to 30% faster nail fastening during installation v. Timberline HD® shingles

• Dual-phase shingle-to-shingle seal with our Dura GripTM sealant and StrikeZone nailing area, and an asphalt-to-asphalt monolithic bond for durability, strength and powerful wind uplift performance

• Compatibility with Timberline HD roofing shingles

“Roofing contractors have been asking for new ways to help accelerate and grow their business, and we’re excited to introduce technology that can make their jobs faster and easier with Timberline HDZ shingles,” said Jim Schnepper, President of GAF. “This represents some of the most exciting innovation in the roofing industry today, backed by the quality and reliability homeowners have trusted for more than 130 years with GAF.”

Roofing contractors can now also offer homeowners a GAF WindProvenTM limited wind warranty, the first wind warranty for roofing shingles with no maximum wind speed limit, when installing GAF shingles with LayerLock technology and four qualifying GAF accessories.

For information on qualifying GAF roofing accessories, please visit www.gaf.com/LRS. 

GAF Timberline HDZ shingles were on display for a national audience for the first time at the 2020 International Roofing Expo in Dallas, TX. Go online at www.gaf.com/layerlock to learn more.

About GAF

GAF is North America’s largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer and a part of Standard Industries, a global company focused on building materials. GAF’s products include a comprehensive portfolio of roofing and waterproofing solutions for residential and commercial properties as well as for civil engineering applications. The full GAF offering is supported by an extensive national network of factory-certified contractors. GAF continues to be a leader in quality and offers comprehensive warranty protection on its products and systems. The company’s success is driven by a commitment to empowering its people to deliver advanced quality and purposeful innovation. Learn more at www.gaf.com.