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Asphalt shingles come in two basic types: fiberglass and
organic. Organic shingles consist of an organic felt
material which is generally paper saturated with asphalt
to make it waterproof. A top coating of adhesive asphalt
is then applied and the ceramic granules are then
embedded. Organic shingles contain around 40% more
asphalt per square (100 sq. ft.) than their fiberglass
counterpart which makes them weigh more and gives
them excellent durability and blow-off resistance.

Fiberglass shingles have a fiberglass reinforcing mat
manufactured to the shape of the shingle. This mat is
then coated with asphalt which contains mineral fillers.
The fiberglass mat is not waterproof by itself as its
purpose is for reinforcement. What makes the fiberglass
shingle waterproof is the asphalt. However, the asphalt
itself will not stick to the mat. For this reason, "fillers" are
used. The fillers in the asphalt cling to the glass fibers in
the mat. The asphalt then encapsulates the glass fibers,
fills all of the little holes and voids in the mat rendering it
waterproof. After this cools a bit, an adhesive asphalt is
used to cover the mat and the ceramic granules are then
embedded.
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Asphalt shingles are available in a wide variety of colors to match almost any facade or landscape.

So which type is better? By far, the more popular shingles are the fiberglass shingles. This may be
attributed to the fact that they are cheaper and easier to manufacturer than organic shingles making
them more cost effective to the homeowner, or it may simply be a personal preference.

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