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DaVinci Shake roofing tiles in Mountain Blend. |
Location:
1413 Osage Ave., Kansas City, KS 66105
800-328-4624 or 913-599-0766
Additional Information:
www.davinciroofscapes.com
Media Contact:
Kathy Ziprik, Public Relations Representative, 828-890-8065 or kziprik@aol.com
Company Overview:
DaVinci Roofscapes is a leading provider of authentic-looking and durable synthetic slate and shake tile roofing used for residential and commercial applications.
Company Background:
In 1997 company founder John Humphreys started developing the DaVinci product. From a third-generation roofing manufacturing family, Humphreys officially started DaVinci Roofscapes in 1999. After continued product research and formula engineering, the first DaVinci roofing product was installed in 2001. In 2006 the company partnered with TGP Investments, LLC to assure access to the working capital needed to support accelerating growth. All products are Made in America.
Key Products:
- DaVinci Slate™ – Introduced in 2001, DaVinci Slate roofing tiles are modeled from actual slate and hand finished to add a craftsman’s touch. A classically coarse surface and naturally rough edges imitate slate’s intrinsic imperfections. Each roofing tile is a half-inch thick, twice the thickness of most other synthetic slate products. DaVinci Slate roofing tiles are available in two popular solid colors and nine exclusive blends that reproduce the classic look of a hand-sorted natural slate roof.
DaVinci Slate is offered in a standard mix of five individually molded tiles in widths of 6-, 7- 9-, 10- and 12-inches. This provides a non-repeating, natural appearance that eliminates the “man-made” look found in other synthetic products. Only DaVinci offers a 4-inch shingle that can be used with roofing architectural features, saving time during installation and creating a more finished appearance. DaVinci is the only company to offer custom turret packages with pre-cut tiles specifically engineered for easy installation.
- DaVinci Shake™ – Introduced in 2005, DaVinci Shake roofing tiles offer the authentic beauty of natural wood shake shingles. A 5/8-inch profile and deep-grained surface reflect the natural textures in rough-hewn cedar and provide a deep shadow line.
DaVinci Shake is offered in five color blends and features widths of 4-, 6-, 7-, 8- and 9-inches. Combined with the mix of straight and wavy profiles, this creates a non-repeating appearance to capture the realistic beauty of natural wood shake. In 2008 DaVinci introduced the 12-inch Valley Shake and One-Piece Hip and Ridge accessory pieces, which allow for an easier installation.
- DaVinci Fancy Shake™ – Introduced in 2008, DaVinci Fancy Shake roofing tiles offer a machine-sawn cedar look, providing a more refined appearance on homes than a traditional hand-split cedar shingle. A pristine roofing tile with a clean, smooth look on both sides, DaVinci’s Fancy Shake is available in four unique color blends and feature widths of 5-, 7- and 12-inches.
- Bellaforté™ - Introduced in 2009, Bellaforté roofing tiles feature a snap-fit self-locating that is self aligning both vertically and horizontally. The synthetic tiles incorporate several patented features, including an integrated rain gutter, leading edge tab and rain dam, in an authentic 12-inch slate profile. The tiles use a third less material than traditional synthetic and natural slate shingles, saving resources and reducing the tile weight.
- Valoré Shake and Valoré Slate – Also introduced in 2009, the value priced roofing tile solutions of Valoré Shake (a nine-inch wide roofing tile with the appearance of hand-split cedar shake) and Valoré Slate (a 12-inch wide roofing tile resembling natural slate) deliver value and quality to consumers. The varied texture and profile of the single color Valoré tiles create subtle shifts in hue and color which mimics the natural appearance of wood shakes or natural slate.
- U.S. Green Building Council
- Cool Roof Rating Council
- National Association of Home Builders
Key Product Attributes:
- Made with state-of-the-art UV stabilizers embedded in the polymer chemistry to create a durable synthetic roofing tile.
- Backed by a limited 50-year warranty.
- Virtually maintenance-free.
- Roofing tiles resist curling, fading and cracking under normal conditions.
- Roofing tiles require no treatment and resist mold, algae, fungus and insects under normal conditions.
- Impervious to freeze/thaw cycles allowing for full-year installation.
- More cost effective than natural slate and shake shingles.
- Superior color fade resistance with color blended throughout each tile.
- Factory-collated with all sizes and colors in each bundle.
- Roofing tiles made from 100% pure resin to assure consistency of product.
- No special labor, framing or materials required for installation.
Testing:
- Rated Class A for fire retardance
- Highest ratings for straight line wind testing at 110 mph
- Rated Class 4 for impact resistance
- Miami Dade County Acceptance (High Velocity Hurricane Winds)
- TDI acceptance
Company Leadership:
Ray Rosewall – President and CEO
Steve Schmitz – Chief Financial Officer
Mark Hansen – Vice President of Sales
Tim Gentry – Director of Technical Services
Bryan Ward – Director of Operations
Wendy Bruch – Marketing Manager
