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Owens Corning sells roof shingles in roughly 40 published colors across four active lines: TruDefinition Duration, TruDefinition Duration Designer, Oakridge, Supreme (3-tab), and the premium Berkshire laminate. This page catalogs the real, currently published color names by line and by color family, shows an approximate swatch for each, and flags the shades that tend to hold resale value. Color availability varies by region, and on-screen swatches only approximate the granule blend, so confirm any choice with a physical sample from an Owens Corning contractor before you order.
What colors do Owens Corning shingles come in?
Owens Corning shingles come in blacks, a deep range of grays, browns and tans, plus a smaller set of greens, blues, and warm accent tones. The TruDefinition Duration line carries about 15 standard colors and is the volume architectural product. Oakridge offers a similar palette in a lighter-weight laminate, Supreme covers the budget 3-tab colors, and Berkshire and Duration Designer add designer shades like Merlot, Pacific Wave, and Aged Copper. The table below groups every published color by family so you can compare side by side.
Swatches below are an approximate on-screen representation of a multi-granule blend and will not match a physical shingle exactly. Confirm the final color with a sample board from your contractor.
Owens Corning shingle color chart by family
| Swatch | Color name | Line(s) | Family / best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Onyx Black | Duration, Oakridge, Supreme | Black. Highest-contrast, works on nearly every exterior | |
| Estate Gray | Duration, Oakridge | Charcoal-black. Popular neutral, strong resale | |
| Quarry Gray | Duration | Dark blue-gray. Reads charcoal from the street | |
| Storm Cloud | Duration Designer | Deep gray-black. Modern high-contrast look | |
| Canterbury Black | Berkshire | Black. Premium slate-style laminate | |
| Sierra Gray | Duration, Oakridge | Medium gray. Balances light and dark exteriors | |
| Williamsburg Gray | Duration | Mixed slate and earthy gray. 2024 Color of the Year | |
| Manchester Gray | Berkshire | Soft gray. Premium, pairs with cool sidings | |
| Gray Tweed | Duration Designer | Blended gray. Launched January 2026 | |
| Colonial Slate | Berkshire | Slate gray. Dimensional shadow lines | |
| Flagstone | Oakridge | Gray-brown. Warm-neutral crossover | |
| Driftwood | Duration, Oakridge | Gray and brown blend. Best-selling, high resale | |
| Brownwood | Duration, Oakridge | Warm brown. Classic, pairs with brick | |
| Teak | Duration, Oakridge | Dark brown. Rich wood tone | |
| Desert Tan | Duration, Oakridge, Supreme | Light tan. Common on stucco and tan siding | |
| Amber | Duration, Oakridge | Golden brown. Warm mid-tone | |
| Sand Dune | Duration Designer, Oakridge | Sandy beige. Light, softens dark walls | |
| Autumn Brown | Supreme | Mid brown. Budget 3-tab neutral | |
| Sherwood Beige | Berkshire | Beige. Premium light neutral | |
| Aged Cedar | Oakridge | Cedar brown. Wood-shake look | |
| Sedona Canyon | Duration Designer | Red-brown blend. Southwest palette | |
| Shasta White | Duration, Oakridge, Supreme | Near-white. Cools attics in hot climates | |
| Chateau Green | Duration, Oakridge | Muted green. Traditional and lodge styles | |
| Mountain Pine | Duration Designer | Deep green. Launched January 2026 | |
| Harbor Blue | Duration | Slate blue. Coastal and cottage exteriors | |
| Pacific Wave | Duration Designer | Blue-gray blend. Bold designer accent | |
| Terra Cotta | Duration, Oakridge | Clay red. Mediterranean and stucco homes | |
| Merlot | Duration Designer | Deep wine red. Rich designer tone | |
| Aged Copper | Duration Designer | Weathered copper-green. Statement accent |
Color and line availability shift by region and over time, and Owens Corning periodically retires or adds shades (Gray Tweed and Mountain Pine joined the Duration Designer line in January 2026). Treat this as a working catalog and verify the current local lineup with a contractor.
Colors by Owens Corning shingle line
Each Owens Corning line carries its own subset of colors, so the shade you want may only exist on certain products. TruDefinition Duration and Oakridge share most standard colors, Supreme covers a shorter budget palette, and Duration Designer and Berkshire hold the bolder or premium tones. Match the color to the line, then to your budget.
TruDefinition Duration and Duration Designer
TruDefinition Duration is the flagship architectural line, with about 15 standard colors including Onyx Black, Estate Gray, Sierra Gray, Quarry Gray, Williamsburg Gray, Driftwood, Brownwood, Teak, Desert Tan, Amber, Chateau Green, Terra Cotta, Harbor Blue, and Shasta White. The Designer sub-line adds vivid and deep tones like Storm Cloud, Sand Dune, Sedona Canyon, Merlot, Pacific Wave, Aged Copper, Gray Tweed, and Mountain Pine. Duration shingles use SureNail Technology, a woven fabric strip in the nailing zone that Owens Corning rates for winds up to 130 mph when installed to spec.
Oakridge
Oakridge is Owens Corning’s entry laminate, one step above 3-tab, and shares much of the Duration palette in a lighter shingle. Common Oakridge colors include Onyx Black, Estate Gray, Sierra Gray, Driftwood, Brownwood, Teak, Desert Tan, Amber, Aged Cedar, Flagstone, Chateau Green, Terra Cotta, and Shasta White. It suits budgets that want a dimensional look without the Duration price and warranty tier.
Supreme (3-tab)
Supreme is the flat 3-tab line and carries the shortest color list: Onyx Black, Estate Gray, Shasta White, Desert Tan, and Autumn Brown are the mainstays. Choose Supreme when budget drives the job or when you are matching an older 3-tab roof. It lacks the shadow lines and higher wind ratings of the laminate lines.
Berkshire
Berkshire is the premium laminate built to mimic natural slate, with a shorter, more refined palette: Manchester Gray, Canterbury Black, Colonial Slate, and Sherwood Beige are among the published shades. It is the upgrade choice when the goal is a high-end slate look on an asphalt budget.
Most popular Owens Corning colors and best for resale
The Owens Corning colors that sell most and tend to protect resale value are the neutral darks: Driftwood, Onyx Black, Estate Gray, Brownwood, and Desert Tan. These read as safe, broadly appealing choices to buyers, which matters because roof color is a large, visible surface a buyer cannot cheaply change. Bold designer tones like Merlot or Aged Copper can lift curb appeal on the right home but narrow the buyer pool.
- Driftwood: the gray-brown blend is Owens Corning’s most requested Duration color and pairs with the widest range of siding.
- Onyx Black and Estate Gray: dark neutrals that match current buyer preference for charcoal and black roofs.
- Brownwood and Desert Tan: warm neutrals that suit brick, stucco, and earth-tone exteriors.
Our own analysis in the roof color and home resale value report and our roundup of the most popular roof colors both point to neutral grays and blacks as the lowest-risk resale choices across brands. For dark colors in hot climates, weigh attic heat: a lighter shade like Shasta White or a solar-reflective option can lower cooling load.
Owens Corning vs GAF shingle colors
Owens Corning and GAF, the two largest US asphalt shingle makers, offer overlapping neutral palettes under different names. GAF’s Timberline HDZ uses names like Charcoal, Pewter Gray, Weathered Wood, and Barkwood, while Owens Corning uses Onyx Black, Estate Gray, Driftwood, and Brownwood for similar tones. The practical differences are the color-blend technology and the nailing system, not a dramatically different set of hues.
| Tone | Owens Corning (Duration) | GAF (Timberline HDZ) |
|---|---|---|
| Black | Onyx Black | Charcoal |
| Charcoal gray | Estate Gray | Pewter Gray |
| Gray-brown blend | Driftwood | Weathered Wood |
| Warm brown | Brownwood | Barkwood |
| Nailing tech | SureNail woven strip | LayerLock / StrikeZone nailing area |
If you are cross-shopping brands, compare the full GAF shingle color catalog and our head-to-head on Owens Corning vs GAF vs CertainTeed before deciding. For the full Owens Corning product range beyond color, see our guide to Owens Corning roof shingles by line, and for color choices across every material, our roof shingle colors overview.
How to choose the right Owens Corning color
Choose an Owens Corning color by testing physical samples against your siding, brick, and trim in real daylight, not from a screen or a small brochure chip. Roof color reads darker and larger on a full roof than on a swatch, and multi-granule blends shift with sun angle. Follow a short process rather than deciding from the catalog alone.
- Confirm the color exists on the line you can afford (Duration, Oakridge, Supreme, or Berkshire).
- Order sample boards, not loose chips, from an Owens Corning contractor and view them on the roof plane at different times of day.
- Hold samples against fixed elements you will not change: brick, stone, and window frames.
- In hot climates, factor attic heat and consider a lighter or solar-reflective shade.
- Check the current warranty and wind rating for that color and line, since ratings depend on installation to Owens Corning spec.
Frequently asked questions
How many colors do Owens Corning Duration shingles come in?
TruDefinition Duration comes in about 15 standard colors, including Onyx Black, Estate Gray, Sierra Gray, Quarry Gray, Williamsburg Gray, Driftwood, Brownwood, Teak, Desert Tan, Amber, Chateau Green, Terra Cotta, Harbor Blue, and Shasta White. The Duration Designer sub-line adds bolder shades such as Storm Cloud, Merlot, and Pacific Wave. Availability varies by region, so confirm the current lineup with a local contractor.
What is the most popular Owens Corning shingle color?
Driftwood, a gray and brown blend, is widely reported as Owens Corning’s most requested Duration color because it pairs with the widest range of siding. Onyx Black and Estate Gray follow closely, reflecting current buyer preference for dark, charcoal-toned roofs. These neutral darks also tend to protect resale value better than bold accent colors.
What Owens Corning color is best for resale value?
Neutral dark colors are generally the lowest-risk resale choices: Driftwood, Onyx Black, Estate Gray, Brownwood, and Desert Tan. Roof color is a large, expensive-to-change surface, so buyers reward safe, broadly appealing shades. Bold tones like Merlot or Aged Copper can raise curb appeal on the right home but may narrow the pool of interested buyers.
What is the difference between Owens Corning and GAF shingle colors?
Owens Corning and GAF offer similar neutral palettes under different names. Owens Corning Duration uses Onyx Black, Estate Gray, Driftwood, and Brownwood, while GAF Timberline HDZ uses Charcoal, Pewter Gray, Weathered Wood, and Barkwood for comparable tones. The bigger differences are the granule-blend technology and the nailing system, not the range of available hues.
Do Owens Corning shingle colors vary by region?
Yes. Owens Corning stocks different colors and lines by region, and it periodically retires and adds shades, so a color shown nationally may not be available locally. Gray Tweed and Mountain Pine, for example, joined the Duration Designer line in January 2026. Always confirm the current local availability with an Owens Corning contractor before ordering.
Sources: Owens Corning published shingle color pages for TruDefinition Duration, Duration Designer, Oakridge, Supreme, and Berkshire lines. Color names are as published by the manufacturer; hex swatches are an approximate on-screen representation only.