Roofing is a house design component often overlooked by some people. But it requires more attention, as it completes your house’s appeal.
In choosing the roof for your home, there are a lot of factors to consider. In this article, we will be looking at the Teak and Driftwood.
The Teak and the Driftwood are part of the brand’s Corning shingle product lineup. They are both quality wood shingles; so, you should base your choice on your home paint job, desired durability, and budget.
Owens Corning Teak Vs. Driftwood
Let’s first consider the similarities between them. The Owens Corning teak and Driftwood provide a triple layer of protection for the roof, even against algae. They are also of the exact dimensions of 13 ¼” × 39 ⅜”.
Now that we know the similarities between these two products, we can look at them individually; see where they differ and what could influence your choice of one over the other.
Owens Corning Teak
Owen Corning Teak, like the name suggests, is made from Teak. The Teak is a hardwood tree; it sheds its leaves during autumn. It has white flowers packed at the end of the branches. These flowers contain both reproductive parts. Thus, they’re called perfect flowers.
Teak wood is very durable and water-resistant. Teak wood owes its durability and resistance to the elements to its high tensile strength, oil content, and tightly packed grains. These properties make it suitable for external uses in boats, doors, and the particular use case we are interested in today’s roof shingles.
Another thing to know about the Owens Corning Teak shingles is its warm gold and grey color tone combination. The color combination makes it the best fit for cream, red, and iced coffee-colored houses.
They have different colors and designs that make them quite suitable for residential homes. When it comes to durability, the Owens Corning Teak is a great choice. Under the right conditions, Owens Corning Teak can last for a lifetime.
The Owens Corning Teak has a wind speed resistance of 130 MPH; this means it can withstand a level 5 hurricane. However, the benefits of Owen Corning Teak come at a slightly higher price of 100 dollars per square than the cost of 77 dollars per square of Driftwood.
Owens Corning Driftwood
The Owens Corning Driftwood is the cheapest available in the Owens Corning catalog. This fact, however, doesn’t diminish the quality of this product. In addition, it comes with a 25-year warranty which is more than you will get from any roof shingle of this price point.
It, however, boasts a modest wind speed resistance rating of 60 MPH, which can be a deal-breaker if you stay in a hurricane-prone zone. The Owens Corning driftwood is also equipped to protect the roof from algae using copper-lined granules.
Owens Corning Driftwood is best for white, red, and even light grey houses. It has a bold color that provides a nice contrast to homes that have a duller outlook.
So we have seen some similarities and differences between Owens Corning Teak and Driftwood; what factors should affect your choice of one over another.
Do You Live In A Hurricane Prone Region?
People in hurricane-prone regions have to choose roof shingles with high wind speed resistance ratings. The reason is that they are more likely to face devastating winds, and if this is you, you should consider the Owens Corning Teak over the Driftwood.
A wind speed resistance of 130 MPH should be enough for most to withstand a level 5 hurricane. Otherwise, if you don’t, the Owens Corning driftwood should suffice.
How Much You Are Willing To Spend?
The Owens Corning Teak and Driftwood both come at different price points per square. So if you are working on a very tight budget but still looking to get shingles of good quality, Driftwood might be the one for you.
However, if you have a fatter purse, it might just be the Owens Corning Teak for you.
The Color Of Your Building
This choice is an aesthetic one. The different roof shingles from Owens Corning compliment different building colors. The Driftwood is best with dull-painted houses, while the Teak is best for colors that are more vibrant. Choosing the right aesthetic choice is essential in completing the look of your home.
Desired Durability
For many people, a 25-years warranty is more than enough, while just as many others might want something more long-lasting. If it’s a deal-breaker for you, this factor can affect your choice of one shingle over the other.
In making your shingle choice, you will often have to consider two or more of these factors. The two roof shingles being compared are wooden roof shingles. Let’s look at why a wooden roof should be your number one choice.
Why You Should Choose A Wooden Roof
Wooden roofs provide you with versatility in design and style. Something you can’t get with other material choices. Let’s consider some benefits of using wooden roofing.
Wooden roofs save energy:
Wooden roofing helps save energy by maintaining the indoor temperature. They make sure the home is warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer. The direct implication is that our HVAC systems don’t always have to be running to maintain the room temperature.
It can help us cut our energy consumption and drive our electricity bills lower. So it might be better for the environment (especially when afforestation is practiced) and suitable for our pocket.
Wood shingles have versatile design options:
The finishing options for wood make it such that a lot of liberty and customization can be taken and applied to the design. The ability to do this enables you to have more direct and personal input on how your home looks.
They are resistant to the elements:
Wood shingles are more resistant than other materials like aluminum sheets. The resistance varies depending on the particular type of wood in use, but on average, partly because of its natural properties and treatment, it surpasses other materials.
So, wooden shingles, on average, fare better against water, moss, insects, and even Ultra Violet rays.
They are great insulators:
Wood is an excellent insulator. This property makes it such a great energy saver. As such, your home remains cool in the summer and warm during winter.
They are considerably cheaper:
The relatively lower price of wood is a significant one for most people. In addition, wood is relatively more affordable than other materials used for roofing. So it’s an intelligent and design-friendly way to save some building costs.
They are more durable:
Wooden roofs usually have warranties north of 20 years, and that’s a very long time. Other materials can’t hope to endure that long in functional quality. As a result, you get a long time before needing to change your roof.
They are easier to repair and install:
Wood shingles are easier to repair and install; this ease usually reflects the cost. In addition, we have already established it as more durable, and weather-resistant which means you wouldn’t have too many situations where repairs are necessary.
We have looked at the Owens Corning teak and Driftwood; we have also looked at the benefits of having a wood shingle roof, so let’s lastly look at some of the other options provided by Owens Corning.
Other Wooden Shingles Provided By Owens Corning
Owens Corning Oakridge Shingles:
These cost a little more than the Driftwood and a little less than the Teak at 90 dollars per square. They provide quality right between the Driftwood and Teak with a lifetime warranty and 110 MPH wind resistance rating. It can make a good budget class shingle for those working at that price range.
Owens Corning Weatherguard HP shingles:
These shingles cost more than all others we have talked about so far at 130 dollars per square. They have a wind resistance rating of 110 to 130 MPH depending on the nailing installation. What makes these special is their impact resistance which comes in handy in hail-prone regions. You also get a lifetime warranty.
Owens Woodcrest Shingles:
Owens Woodcrest shingles are at the bleeding edge regarding the price point. At 210 dollars per square, it’s quite the asking price. However, this price is justified because it recreates the wood shake look at a fraction of the cost with a 110 MPH wind resistance rating and lifetime warranty to boot.
Owens Corning Berkshire Shingles:
The Owens Corning Berkshire Shingles bump up the price of the Woodcrest by an extra 5 dollars per square foot. The unique look of the Berkshire is what makes it stand out. It is designed to resemble the slate, a look idolized by many. Once again, this look is provided at a fraction of the price the actual slate tiles will cost.
Another unique feature that Berkshire adds is its more extended algae warranty added to its standard lifetime warranty and 130 MPH wind resistance.
Conclusion
The Owens Corning teak and Driftwood are excellent quality wood shingles designed to cater to different users. Your choice of one shingle over the other will depend mainly on your preferences and location.
The major areas where they differ are the available warranty, the price point, wind resistance, and the color of the most suitable buildings. You can consider these factors based on which is a deal-breaker to help you make your choice.
