Why Grand Sequoia® RS?

With Grand Sequoia® RS Shingles, you get value, performance, and reliability in a genuine wood-shake look — plus potential cooling cost savings!1 The enhanced shadow effect and rich color blends of Grand Sequoia® RS Shingles combine to give your roof a striking look unmatched by any other brand. The extra-large design with oversized tabs creates a wood-shake look — at a fraction of the cost!

  • Can be used to comply with Title 24 cool roof requirements (as required by law in much of California). Find out more about Title 24 here.
  • Are rated by the Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC) Meet the cool roof requirements of the Los Angeles Green Building Code.


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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This product has earned the Good HouseKeeping Seal.

Good Housekeeping seal of approval for this GAF roof shingle


1Potential for savings depends on various factors including, but not limited to, radiative properties of shingles installed, climate zone, utility rates, location, and HVAC equipment efficiency. For the radiative properties of each shingle, visit the CRRC's Rated Products Directory at coolroofs.org/products.

(Note: It is difficult to reproduce the color clarity and actual color blends of these products. Before selecting your color, please ask to see several full-size shingles.)

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Features and Benefits

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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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*
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EcoDark™ Granules

Newly formulated EcoDark™ Granules provide deep, rich colors including Timberline HDZ® RS Charcoal, the darkest highly reflective shingle color available.
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Lifetime† Limited Warranty

When you install GAF Lifetime Shingles and at least 3 qualifying GAF accessories, you get a Lifetime Limited Warranty on your qualifying GAF Products.
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.
*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.
†Lifetime refers to the length of warranty coverage provided and means as long as the original individual owner(s) of a single-family detached residence [or eligible second owner(s)] owns the property where the qualifying GAF products are installed. For other owners/structures, Lifetime coverage is not applicable. Lifetime coverage on shingles requires the use of GAF Lifetime Shingles only. See the GAF Shingle & Accessory Limited Warranty for complete coverage and restrictions. Visit gaf.com/LRS for qualifying GAF products. Lifetime coverage on shingles and accessories requires the use of any GAF Lifetime Shingle and at least 3 qualifying GAF Accessories. See the GAF Roofing System Limited Warranty for complete coverage and restrictions. For installations not eligible for the GAF Roofing System Limited Warranty, see the GAF Shingle & Accessory Limited Warranty. Visit gaf.com/LRS for qualifying GAF products.
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This product has a UL 2218 Class 4 rating

UL 2218 impact testing involves dropping various sized steel balls onto tested materials from different heights and evaluating whether there are any cracks, tears, or fractures on the back surface of the product. Products that withstand the impact of a 2-inch steel ball dropped from 20 feet receive the highest rating, UL 2218 Class 4.
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Specs & Codes

Specifications
(All Dimensions Are Nominal)
Pieces/Square 72
Bundles/Square 5
Nails/Square¹ 360
Exposure 5"
Dimensions 17 1/4" x 40"
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
  • Passes UL 2218 Impact-Resistance Test with Class 4 Rating (highest possible)*
  • 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
*UL 2218 Class 4 Impact-Resistance Test performed by Certerra Analytical - PRI under controlled laboratory conditions.
**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. Applies to White only for Royal Sovereign® Shingles.
*****Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC) Rated - Applies to Copper Canyon, Birchwood, and Golden Amber only for Timberline HDZ®.
******CSA A123.5 - Applies to some plants only that make Timberline HDZ®, Timberline® NS, and Timberline AS II®.

Product Documentation

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Parts of a GAF roofing system

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Ridge cap shingles

The finishing touch that helps defend against leaks at the hips and ridges.
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Attic ventilation

Helps to reduce attic moisture and heat.
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Rooftop accessories

Specialty roofing accessories designed to enhance the performance of your roofing system.
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Starter strip shingles

Helps to guard against shingle blow-offs.
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Roof deck protection

Helps shield the roof deck from moisture infiltration.
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Leak barrier

Helps prevent leaks caused by wind-driven rain and ice dams.
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Frequently Asked Questions

The “RS” in GAF Grand Sequoia® RS Shingles stands for “Reflector Series” shingles. These specific shingles offer customers a reflective shingle line that can be used to comply with the Cool Roof Requirements of Title 24 and the LA County Green Building Standards Code1.

 

1 Can be used to comply with the Cool Roof Requirements for steep slope residential buildings of 2025 Title 24, Part 6, of the California Code of Regulations and the Green Building Standards Code of Los Angeles County.

 

No, GAF Grand Sequoia® RS Shingles have not been discontinued. However, they are primarily offered in the western and southwestern regions of the United States as well as British Columbia in Canada.

GAF EcoDark™ Granule Technology produces vibrant, dark shingle colors without sacrificing any of the reflective benefits. Featured in all GAF Reflector Series Shingles, this technology allows customers who need to meet the prescriptive requirements of Title 24 a broad range of colors.

Yes. GAF Grand Sequoia® RS Shingles can be used to comply with 2025 Title 24, Part 6, of the California Code of Regulations and the Green Building Standards Code of Los Angeles County. These shingles are rated by the Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC).

The rugged, oversized features of GAF Grand Sequoia® RS Shingles are made to resemble the look of rustic handcrafted wood shakes. They echo the majesty of their namesake giant redwoods, and are perfectly suited to the scale of a larger home.

Both GAF Grand Sequoia® Shingles and GAF Grand Sequoia® RS Shingles pass the UL 2218 Class 4 Impact-Resistance Test1 .

Compared to standard Grand Sequoia® Shingles, Grand Sequoia® RS Shingles are made with EcoDark™ Granule Technology, providing reflectivity benefits that can be used to comply with 2025 Title 24, Part 6, of the California Code of Regulations and the Green Building Standards Code of Los Angeles County and are rated by the Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC).

 

1 Only products sold in packages bearing the UL 2218 Class 4 PRI Validation Program statement are rated for Class 4 impact resistance. Testing performed under controlled laboratory conditions by Certerra Analytical - PRI. GAF makes no express or implied warranty about the impact performance of these products against hail. Hail damage is not covered under the limited warranty. See GAF Shingle and Accessory Limited Warranty available at gaf.com/warranties for complete coverage and restrictions.

 

Both GAF Grand Sequoia® RS Shingles and GAF Grand Sequoia® AS Shingles pass the UL 2218 Class 4 Impact-Resistance Test,1 achieving this designation in different ways.

Grand Sequoia® RS Shingles are made bigger and thicker than our best-selling standard architectural shingle providing elegance and enhanced impact resistance.

Grand Sequoia® AS Shingles are made with rubber-like SBS-modified asphalt to provide excellent flexibility that enhances impact resistance. Grand Sequoia® RS Shingles do not feature SBS-modified asphalt.

Grand Sequoia® RS Shingles are also made with EcoDark™ Granule Technology, providing reflectivity benefits that can be used to comply with 2025 Title 24, Part 6, of the California Code of Regulations and the Green Building Standards Code of Los Angeles County and are rated by the Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC). Grand Sequoia® AS Shingles do not feature EcoDark™ Granule Technology.

 

1 Only products sold in packages bearing the UL 2218 Class 4 PRI Validation Program statement are rated for Class 4 impact resistance. Testing performed under controlled laboratory conditions by Certerra Analytical - PRI. GAF makes no express or implied warranty about the impact performance of these products against hail. Hail damage is not covered under the limited warranty. See GAF Shingle and Accessory Limited Warranty available at gaf.com/warranties for complete coverage and restrictions.

 

GAF Grand Sequoia® RS Shingles are primarily offered in the western and southwestern regions of the United States as well as British Columbia in Canada.

Homeowners interested in having GAF Grand Sequoia® RS Shingles installed on their roof should find a GAF Certified contractor1 in their area to see several full-size shingle samples, learn more information, and get an accurate estimate.

Contractors interested in installing Grand Sequoia® RS Shingles on their customers’ homes can purchase them from specialized roofing and building supply distributors as well as major home improvement retailers like The Home Depot and Lowe’s. Contact your local Territory Manager to determine the best solution for you.

 

1 Contractors enrolled in GAF certification programs are not employees or agents of GAF, and GAF does not control or otherwise supervise these independent businesses. Contractors may receive benefits, such as loyalty rewards points and discounts on marketing tools from GAF for participating in the program and offering GAF enhanced warranties, which require the use of a minimum amount of GAF products. Your dealings with a Contractor, and any services they provide to you, are subject to the Contractor Terms of Use. Visit www.gaf.com/gaf-contractor-terms-of-use for details