95% of our customers use high grade dimensional asphalt shingles to roof their dome. Following our time-proven installation techniques and using Natural Spaces Domes custom and VELUX skylights, you will have a leak-free roof for many years to come. Most asphalt shingle manufacturers require some form of ventilation under their shingles and above the insulation in order to maintain their 30-50 year warranty. Our ventilated air space between the exterior panel and the insulation satisfies this requirement.

Asphalt shingles with a fiberglass layer provide enough pliability to bend over the dome panel. An all-fiberglass shingle seems to be too stiff. We do not recommend the cheap 3-tab shingle due to appearance, more waste and a maximum life of only 10 - 15 years. Plus they really don't work on domes - the wind lifts the tabs. 40 year shingles are much higher quality than 30 year. Ultra or "50 year" Lifetime warranted shingles should be used in high wind area or for maximum longevity. Timberline shingles include an algae-eater protection as an option. When shingles are ordered with your dome kit, they are shipped free because our trucker ships by the mile, not by the total weight. (A square is 100 sq ft of area). Class “A” fire rated.

Our curb-mounted skylights with 5" flashing extensions are an integral part of our complete watertight roof system. Other skylights come with only a 1 1/2” to 2” flashing - barely enough to cover the shingles. Our flashings are enamelized aluminum or PVC coated aluminum so you never have to repaint them. We offer them in 30 colors to blend with your shingles and match your trim. Extensive use of ice and water- shield membranes, metal base flared drip edges, oversized drip and roof edge flashings are other ways we ensure a long lasting leak free dome home.