A roof can be the most impressive design component of a home, but it can also become a negative factor of distraction to a house. The masters of artistry knew the importance of long-lasting color and made sure such colors were used in their masterpieces. “When color achieves richness, the form attains its fullness,” wrote Paul Cezanne. Color is no less critical on the exterior of a home, including the roof.

Many a homeowner has watched in quiet despair as the rich color of their impressive roof soon becomes stained and faded. Another great artist recognized the importance of color durability. French impressionist Edouard Manet advised “Above all, keep your colors fresh.” The complete line of High Performance (HP) shingles produced by Atlas Roofing allows a roof to keep its richly colored form for decades.

Atlas Roofing® has created a way for you to see virtually how your roof will look before you actually install any shingles. The Shingle Visualizer lets you experience the stunning color of Atlas Shingles right on your iPad or computer. The Visualizer has also been enhanced with the Pristine Effect Algae Simulator. This tool allows a side-by-side comparison between Atlas HP Shingles with Scotchgard™ Protector and standard asphalt shingles. By moving a pin on the computer screen, you can watch how staining ruins a roof as years go by. Yet, the Shingle Visualizer shows how the Atlas side retains it color to stay as new and vibrant as the day it was installed. With other brands you get a loss of color from a lifetime of algae; with Atlas you get a lifetime warranty against algae.

To get started, go to www.AtlasRoofing.com/Visualizer. Then begin by clicking on the “Home Styles” icon to see six different architectural styles of houses; Colonial, Cape Cod, Ranch, Craftsman, Spanish, and Neo-Stone.

The next step is to scroll down the page and click on the “Shingle Styles” icon. Select the style you think would look best on your house and then click on the “Designer Colors” icon. Continue doing this until you find the color and shingle style you like the most. In just a few easy steps you can design your new roof and save each created image for easy reference.

And how cool is this? With the Visualizer you can instantly send your selections via your favorite social media site to show your friends and family members.

The Atlas Select Your Roof App is an easy-to--use tool for the iPad that takes the guesswork out of selecting and purchasing a new shingle roof. The Shingle Visualizer and the My Roof Color Gauge provide the most convenient way for contractors to help homeowners make their shingle color and style decision.

The images you see on the Shingle Visualizer, or in Atlas promotional brochures, are only intended to serve as a guide. Final color selection should be made after seeing actual full size shingles. Ask your Atlas roofing contractor to show you these samples and give you full details on specific colors and availability.

There is simply no shingle on the market today offering greater algae resistance than Atlas Pristine shingles featuring Scotchgard® Protector. Atlas backs up this claim with independent third-party laboratory testing to certify uniform, consistent distribution of copper granules on the shingle surfaces. That spread ensures maximum algae resistance is built into every HP shingle.

The Atlas Signature Select® program takes a system approach to roofing that is both affordable and beautiful. Learn more about how to earn double the premium protection period when your roof is created with all qualifying Atlas components. Homeowners can even submit a quote request right through SelectYourRoof.com! Learn more at www.AtlasRoofing.com.