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What is the difference between an asphalt shingle and a fiberglass shingle?

April 26, 2017Asphalt fiberglass shingle

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What is the difference between an asphalt shingle and a fiberglass shingle?

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The main difference is in the base mat. The organic shingle has a felt or paper base mat which is saturated and coated with asphalt. The fiberglass shingle has a fiberglass mat which is not saturated but is coated with asphalt. Both types have an asphalt composition.