California Cool Shingles

Reference Guide

Welcome to the new era of

reflective roofing. California Cool®
Shingles with specially formulated
EcoDark® granules, deliver the
darkest, richest reflective options
available in California.

We protect what matters most ™

It’s more
than “code
compliant.” It’s
California cool.
Homes in California need to comply with specific “cool
roof” requirements. Homeowners want rich, beautiful
colors. And everyone wants the potential of saving on
cooling costs.1 Why not have it all? All GAF California
Cool™ Shingles can be used to comply with 2022 Title 24,
Part 6, Cool Roof requirements of the California Code of
Regulations. Timberline HDZ® RS Shingles even meet the
stringent requirements of the Green Building Standards
Code of Los Angeles County for residential buildings.
And thanks to innovative EcoDark™ granule technology,
California Cool™ Shingles come in a vibrant array of
reflective colors never before seen in a cool roof —
including the darkest “cool” shingle you can buy.

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Energy cost savings are not guaranteed and the amount of savings may vary based on climate zone,
utility rates, radiative properties of roofing products, insulation levels, HVAC equipment efficiency,
and other factors.
 It’s a system,
built to
protect
A Timberline® roof is so much more than
shingles. It’s layers of protection, working
together to help keep your home safe from
rain, snow, sun, and wind.

In fact, installing 4 qualifying GAF

accessories — GAF starter strips, roof
deck protection, ridge cap shingles, and
either leak barrier or attic ventilation — in
one roof system makes Timberline® shingles
with LayerLock® Technology — including
Timberline HDZ ® RS — eligible for the
WindProven™ Limited Wind Warranty.1

Visit gaf.com/LRS for qualifying GAF products.

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LayerLock Technology mechanically fuses the
®

common bond between overlapping shingle layers.

The added strength at the common bond powers the
StrikeZone® — the industry’s widest nailing area.

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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.
 The GAF Lifetime† Roofing System

Ridge Cap Shingles

Helps defend against
leaks at the hips
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and ridges

Attic Ventilation
Helps reduce attic
moisture and heat
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Lifetime† Shingles
Helps beautify and
protect for years
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to come

Starter Strip Shingles

Helps guard against
shingle blow-offs
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Roof Deck Protection

Helps shield the roof
deck from moisture
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infiltration

Leak Barrier
Helps prevent leaks
caused by wind-driven
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rain and ice dams

Install any GAF Lifetime† shingle and non-prorated coverage for the first
LIFETIME
†

at least 3 qualifying GAF accessories 10 years. For even stronger coverage,

LIMITED
and get a Lifetime† Limited Warranty ask your GAF certified contractor1 WARRANTY TERM
on your qualifying GAF products plus about enhanced GAF warranties.

†
L ifetime 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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 ontractors 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 gaf.com/gaf-contractor-terms-of-use for details.
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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INFINITE WIND
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WindProven™ Limited Wind Warranty — Timberline HDZ® RS

Shingles are eligible for the industry’s first wind warranty with
no maximum wind speed limitation when installed with a
required combination of 4 qualifying GAF accessories.1

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15-year WindProven™ Limited Wind Warranty on Timberline HDZ® Shingles 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 the GAF Shingle & Accessory Limited Warranty for complete coverage and restrictions.
 The StainGuard Plus™ Algae Protection Limited Warranty,
powered by time-release algae-fighting technology, offers
a 25 -year limited warranty against blue-green algae
discoloration 2 on all GAF California Cool® Shingles — essential
for homes in hot, humid, and coastal climates like California.

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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.
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California Cool
®

Zone-by-Zone
California applies its Building Energy Efficiency Standards
(Title 24, Part 6) according to 16 climate zones across
the state and a separate climate zone for Los Angeles.
The map and table illustrate how all climate zones
demand one of three different SRI (solar reflective index)
minimums. Providing the best service for your customers
means knowing their California Climate Zone.

GAF’s California Cool® Shingles come in an array of

beautiful color blends and are designed to comply with
select California cool roof requirements. That means you
can stay cool without compromising on style.

Area/Location SRI Requirements Shingle Color Options

Timberline HDZ® RS: all colors

1 Los Angeles
County
20 Mandatory Timberline HDZ® : Birchwood & Golden Amber
Grand Sequoia® RS: all colors
Timberline HDZ® RS: all colors
Climate zones
2 10–15
(Title 24, Part 6)
16 Tradeoff Timberline HDZ® : Birchwood, Copper
Canyon & Golden Amber
Grand Sequoia® RS: all colors

Climate zones
No
3 1–9, 16
(Title 24, Part 6)
None
requirements
Timberline HDZ® : all colors
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SRI 21**

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Charcoal
This dark, rich gray is a favorite, thanks to its
flexibility. Pairing well with both warm and cool
colors, Charcoal makes a statement on a wide
range of home styles.

**Calculated using the Title 24 Solar Reflective Index (SRI) Calculation Worksheet.
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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Hickory
This appealing brown shade has the added
element of a red undertone. Hickory looks truly
grand on homes with warm neutrals of brown
and beige, as well as with yellows and golds.

**Calculated using the Title 24 Solar Reflective Index (SRI) Calculation Worksheet.
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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Stone Gray
This charming gray has a blue note to it, making it
cooler and more versatile. A natural complement to
all other grays and blues, Stone Gray also performs
well alongside yellows, creams, and ivories.

**Calculated using the Title 24 Solar Reflective Index (SRI) Calculation Worksheet.
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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Sagewood
Blending beautifully with nature, Sagewood
straddles the line between warm and cool tones.
It works extremely well as a companion to sages,
creams, ivories, and any shade of beige.

**Calculated using the Title 24 Solar Reflective Index (SRI) Calculation Worksheet.
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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Aged Chestnut
This nature-inspired brown pairs beautifully with
most other warm exterior colors, such as beige,
taupe, cream, gold, and yellow. Aged Chestnut’s
genuine wood-shake look in an asphalt shingle
will give your home a warm, inviting feel.

**Calculated using the Title 24 Solar Reflective Index (SRI) Calculation Worksheet.
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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Coastal Slate
This cool gray asphalt shingle has a lovely green
undertone — similar to traditional slate. Coastal
Slate coordinates effortlessly with both grays
and greens on the cool side, as well as with
white, cream, and ivory exterior colors.

**Calculated using the Title 24 Solar Reflective Index (SRI) Calculation Worksheet.
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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Sandalwood
Reminiscent of a windswept shoreline, this
inviting shingle pairs comfortably with beige,
brown, and golden tones. Extremely versatile
and welcoming, Sandalwood complements
virtually any style of home.

**Calculated using the Title 24 Solar Reflective Index (SRI) Calculation Worksheet.
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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SRI 24

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Birchwood
This soft, neutral shade of gray flatters homes
that feature clean lines. Characterized by its
subtle tints, Birchwood harmonizes perfectly
with city or suburban environments.

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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Copper Canyon
This shingle makes a defining statement. Copper
Canyon dances with several different hues,
highlighted with a spicy nutmeg tone throughout
— making it an ideal choice for pairing with
both grays and browns.

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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Golden Amber
Golden Amber exhibits a refreshing, warm tone,
with hints of brown, cinnamon, and beige. This
shingle works very well with lighter exteriors, such
as clay and other tan-based colors.

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.
It’s the look
of rustic
handcrafted
shakes in a
cool roof
For an organic look that complements —
but never competes with — your natural
surroundings, consider the rustic contours
of Grand Sequoia® RS asphalt shingles.

The rugged, oversized features of Grand

Sequoia® RS Shingles echo the majesty of their
namesake giant redwoods, and are perfectly
suited to the scale of a larger home.
 GrandSe uoia RS
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Reflector Series™ Lifetime† Shingles

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Charcoal
This dark rich gray is a favorite, thanks to its
flexibility. Pairing well with both warm and cool
colors, Charcoal makes a statement on a wide
range of home styles.

**Calculated using the Title 24 Solar Reflective Index (SRI) Calculation Worksheet.
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.
 GrandSe uoia RS
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Reflector Series™ Lifetime† Shingles

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Ocean Gray
This distinctive gray has cool blue-green
nuances. Ocean Gray is a perfect background
for grays, whites, and blue-greens, as well as
white, cream, and ivory exterior colors.

**Calculated using the Title 24 Solar Reflective Index (SRI) Calculation Worksheet.
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.
 GrandSe uoia RS
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Reflector Series™ Lifetime† Shingles

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Sagewood
Blending beautifully with nature, Sagewood
straddles the line between warm and cool tones.
It works extremely well as a companion to sages,
creams, ivories, and any shade of beige.

**Calculated using the Title 24 Solar Reflective Index (SRI) Calculation Worksheet.
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.
 GrandSe uoia RS
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Reflector Series™ Lifetime† Shingles

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Sandalwood
Reminiscent of a windswept shoreline, this
inviting shingle pairs comfortably with beige,
brown, and golden tones. Extremely versatile and
welcoming, Sandalwood complements virtually
any style of home.

**Calculated using the Title 24 Solar Reflective Index (SRI) Calculation Worksheet.
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.
 GrandSe uoia RS
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Reflector Series™ Lifetime† Shingles

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Forest Brown
This deep brown has welcoming warmth and
charm. The dark tones of Forest Brown are ideal
finishes for any home exterior.

**Calculated using the Title 24 Solar Reflective Index (SRI) Calculation Worksheet.
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.
California Cool®
Shingle Product Info
Initial Initial Aged Aged CRRC
Timberline HDZ® RS Reflectivity Emissivity Reflectivity SRI Product ID#

Charcoal 0.21 0.92 0.21* 21* 0676-0136b

Hickory 0.21 0.92 0.21* 21* 0676-0138a

Stone Gray 0.21 0.93 0.22* 22* 0676-0137b

Sagewood 0.22 0.92 0.21* 21* 0676-0132b

Aged Chestnut 0.21 0.92 0.21* 21* 0676-0130b

Coastal Slate 0.21 0.92 0.21* 21* 0676-0131b

Sandalwood 0.23 0.92 0.22* 22* 0676-0133b

*Calculated using the Title 24 Solar Reflective Index (SRI) Calculation Worksheet.
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.
 Initial Initial Aged Aged CRRC
Timberline HDZ® Reflectivity Emissivity Reflectivity SRI Product ID#

Birchwood 0.20 0.92 0.23 24 0676-0096

Copper Canyon 0.17 0.92 0.18 17 0676-0097

Golden Amber 0.20 0.92 0.22 21 0676-0098

Grand Sequoia® RS

Charcoal 0.21 0.92 0.21* 21* 0676-0143b

Ocean Gray 0.22 0.92 0.22* 21* 0676-0142a

Sagewood 0.22 0.92 0.21* 21* 0676-0139b

Sandalwood 0.22 0.92 0.21* 21* 0676-0141b

Forest Brown 0.22 0.92 0.21* 21* 0676-0140b

*Calculated using the Title 24 Solar Reflective Index (SRI) Calculation Worksheet.

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.
 We set out to build the best shingle
and built the best wind warranty, too

© 2024 GAF • RESGN372-0624

It’s more than a roof shingle —
it’s an industry first
When installed with the required combination
of four qualifying GAF Accessories, Timberline
HDZ® RS Shingles are eligible for the WindProven™
Limited Wind Warranty, the industry’s first wind
warranty with no maximum wind speed limitation.1
Visit gaf.com/LayerLock

We protect what matters most ™

1
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.