About Timberline HDZ® Shingles

Built without compromise, Timberline HDZ® Shingles offer industry-first technologies and powerful warranties. Plus, they provide two distinct color collections (US only), delivering unrivaled beauty that demands a second look.

These rich palettes feature revolutionary GAF Time-Release Algae-Fighting Technology to help protect against blue-green algae stains, backed by a 25-year StainGuard Plus™ Algae Protection Limited Warranty.* They’re even eligible for the WindProven™ Limited Wind Warranty‡ with no wind speed limit when installed with four required accessories.

With a Timberline HDZ® roof, our legacy is your peace of mind.

This product can be used to comply with certain FORTIFIED Roof™ requirements. Visit gaf.com/fortified and current FORTIFIED Home™ Standard available at fortifiedhome.org for details. Applicable in the U.S. only.

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*25-year StainGuard Plus™ Algae Protection Limited Warranty against blue-green algae discoloration is available only on products sold in packages bearing the StainGuard Plus™ logo. See GAF Shingle & Accessory Limited Warranty for complete coverage and restrictions.
‡ 15-year WindProven™ Limited Wind Warranty covers GAF shingles with LayerLock® Technology only and requires the use of GAF starter strips, roof deck protection, ridge cap shingles, and leak barrier or attic ventilation. See GAF Roofing System Limited Warranty for complete coverage and restrictions. Visit gaf.com/LRS for qualifying GAF products. For installations not eligible for the WindProven™ Limited Wind Warranty, see GAF Shingle & Accessory Limited Warranty for complete coverage and restrictions.

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Features and Benefits

§ Only Timberline HDZ® Shingles sold in packages bearing the UL 2218 Class 3 Classification statement are rated for Class 3 impact resistance. Test performed under controlled laboratory conditions. GAF makes no express or implied warranty about the impact performance of this product against hail. Hail damage is not covered under the limited warranty. Insurance discounts may not be available in your area. Where available, insurance discounts may vary. Contact your insurance provider for information.

Warranties & Technologies

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StainGuard Plus™ Algae Protection Limited Warranty

Protect your roof investment with algae resistance so powerful it allows us to offer a 25-year limited warranty against blue-green algae discoloration on many of our most popular products, including Timberline HDZ® Shingles.¹
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WindProven™ Limited Wind Warranty

When installed with the required combination of four qualifying GAF accessories, GAF shingles with LayerLock® technology qualify for the WindProven™ Limited Wind Warranty with no maximum wind speed limitation.2
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Layerlock® Technology

The StrikeZone® nailing area provides up to 99.9% nailing accuracy. It's so easy to hit that a roofer placed 999 out of 1,000 nails correctly in our test.³
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DuraGrip Adhesive

Dura Grip™ Adhesive helps protect your roof from winds and wind-driven rain. When combined with LayerLock™ Technology and the required combination of four qualifying GAF Accessories, it helps provide the holding power behind the WindProven™ Limited Wind Warranty*
¹25-year StainGuard Plus™ Algae Protection Limited Warranty against blue-green algae discoloration is available only on products sold in packages bearing the StainGuard Plus™ logo. See GAF Shingle & Accessory Limited Warranty for complete coverage and restrictions.
²15-year WindProven™ Limited Wind Warranty on Timberline® Shingles with LayerLock® Technology requires the use of GAF Starter Strips, Roof Deck Protection, Ridge Cap Shingles, and Leak Barrier or Attic Ventilation. See GAF Roofing System Limited Warranty for complete coverage and restrictions Visit gaf.com/LRS for qualifying GAF products. For installations not eligible for the WindProven Limited Wind Warranty, see GAF Shingle & Accessory Limited Warranty for complete coverage and restrictions.
³ Results based on study conducted by Home Innovation Research Labs, an independent research lab, comparing installation of Timberline HD® Shingles to Timberline HDZ® Shingles on a 16-square roof deck using standard 4-nail nailing pattern under controlled laboratory conditions. Actual results may vary.
*15-year WindProven™ Limited Wind Warranty on Timberline® Shingles with LayerLock™ Technology requires the use of GAF Starter Strips, Roof Deck Protection, Ridge Cap Shingles, and Leak Barrier or Attic Ventilation. See GAF Roofing System Limited Warranty for complete coverage and restrictions Visit gaf.com/LRS for qualifying GAF products. For installations not eligible for the WindProven Limited Wind Warranty, see GAF Shingle & Accessory Limited Warranty for complete coverage and restrictions.
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More than just a beautiful roof, Timberline HDZ® Shingles pair the colors you want with the warranties you need. See if Timberline HDZ® is right for your home today.
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Find out more about why Timberline HDZ® is GAF's #1-selling shingle. Explore colors, features, and warranty details, and learn about the technologies developed to help protect your roof from wind and blue-green algae staining.
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Go beyond expectations with Timberline UHDZ® Shingles

Timberline UHDZ® Shingles — the premium laminate shingle from GAF - offer a combination of beauty and benefits. The patented Dual Shadow Line creates dramatic sunset shadows all day long. UltraMat™ high-performance fiberglass mat technology enhances the shingle at its core and achieves UL 2218 Class 4 impact-resistance rating.**
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** Only Timberline UHDZ® shingles manufactured sold in packages bearing the UltraMat™ high-performance mat logo and UL 2218 Class 4 Classification statement are rated for Class 4 impact resistance. UL 2218 Class 4 impact resistance test performed under controlled laboratory conditions. GAF makes no express or implied warranty about the impact performance of this product against hail. Hail damage is not covered under the limited warranty.

FORTIFIED Roof™

GAF is strengthening its commitment to helping you protect your home with the FORTIFIED Roof™ program, through an alliance with the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety, an independent, nonprofit, scientific research and communications organization, to help homeowners withstand devastating weather events.
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Specs & Codes

Specifications
(All Dimensions Are Nominal)
Pieces/Square 64
Bundles/Square 3
Nails/Square¹ 256
Exposure 5 5/8"
Dimensions 13 1/4" x 39 3/8"
Applicable Standards & Protocols
  • Fire - UL Listed to ANSI/UL 790 Class A
  • Wind - ASTM D7158, Class H
  • Wind - ASTM D3161, Class F
  • National - ASTM D3018, Type 1
  • National - ASTM D3462**
  • National - Classified in accordance with ICC-ES AC438
  • Regional - Miami-Dade County Product Control Approved***
  • Regional - State of Florida Approved
  • Regional - Texas Department of Insurance Listed
  • Regional - ICC-ES ESR- 1475****
  • Regional - ICC-ES ESR- 3267
  • Special Feature - Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC) Rated********
  • Special Feature / Regional - CA Title 24*****
  • Regional - CSA A123.5******
  • Special Feature / Regional - City of LA / LA County*******
  • Passes UL 2218 Impact-Resistance Test with Class 3 Rating

**ASTM D3462 - Periodically tested by independent and internal labs to ensure compliance with ASTM D3462 at time of manufacture. Applies to only some plants that make Royal Sovereign® Shingles and Marquis WeatherMax® Shingles. Applies to White only for Royal Sovereign® Shingles.
***Miami-Dade County Product Control Approved - Applies to some plants only that make Timberline® UHDZ™ Shingles, Royal Sovereign® Shingles and Marquis WeatherMax® Shingles. Applies to White only for Royal Sovereign® Shingles.
****ICC-ES ESR- 1475 - Applies to some plants only that make Royal Sovereign® Shingles and Marquis WeatherMax® Shingles.
******CSA A123.5 - Applies to some plants only that make Timberline HDZ®, Timberline® NS, and Timberline AS II®.
*******City of LA / LA County - Applies to the following shingles/colors: Timberline HDZ® Birchwood, Golden Amber.
********Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC) Rated - Applies to Copper Canyon, Birchwood, and Golden Amber only for Timberline HDZ®.

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The finishing touch that helps defend against leaks at the hips and ridges.
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Helps to reduce attic moisture and heat.
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