Michigan Shingles

Raw asphalt must be altered for use in roofing materials, but traditional methods to alter asphalt diminish its natural, rubber-like characteristics. For over 30 years, Malarkey has been engineering and manufacturing a specially formulated blend of polymers and mixing them with raw asphalt at each of our facilities to produce our resilient polymer modified asphalt.

Over the years, Malarkey has continually advanced the development of polymer modified asphalt using new technologies to refine the physical characteristics desired for quality shingle performance. NEX™, a blend of asphalt with polymers from repurposed materials, is the result. The use of polymers from repurposed materials is the next step in the ongoing effort from Malarkey to promote sustainable roofing materials while maintaining a high level of quality. This progressive approach improves asphalt flexibility, granule adhesion, cold weather installation, and impact resistance while promoting sustainable product design.

One of the most critical aspects of a successful roofing project is correct installation. Improper fastener placement is the leading cause of incorrect shingle installation, which can subsequently void the warranty as well as lead to leaks or blow-offs. Malarkey architectural shingles are manufactured with The Zone® – an industry-leading, patented, common bond nailing area that dramatically improves correct fastener placement.

LEGACY

Legacy® is an architectural shingle line fortified with durable NEX™ polymer modified asphalt technology to promote superior granule adhesion and extreme weather protection, including Class 4 impact resistance. This product line includes the optional Scotchgard™ Protector from 3M for added protection against black streaks caused by algae.

Impacts to a roof from extreme weather can reduce the life of a shingle and lead to water damage. Class 4 shingles undergo UL 2218 testing to withstand impacts from a simulated 2″ hail stone hitting a roof at speeds seen in severe storms without sustaining damage. Polymer modified asphalt technology provides superior Class 4 roofing shingle protection, which is the highest rating possible.

VISTA

Vista™ is an architectural shingle line fortified with sustainable NEX™ polymer modified asphalt technology for enhanced granule adhesion and extreme weather protection, including Class 3 impact resistance. This product line offers optional security against algae staining.

Impacts to a roof can reduce the life of a shingle and lead to water damage. Class 3 shingles undergo UL 2218 testing to withstand impacts from a simulated 1¾” hail stone hitting a roof without sustaining damage. Polymer modified asphalt technology provides resilient Class 3 roofing shingle protection.