Definitions for "Asphalt shingles"
shingles made of felt base, with asphalt and coated on the exterior with aggregate (stone) particles. Asphalt shingles are popular because of their low cost and ease of installation. They are sometimes called composition shingles. Asphalt shingles should not be used roofs with a slope less than 3/12.
Shingles which have asphalt as their base, in combination with other materials.
Roofing material that consists of a base material, which is coated with asphalt and granulated minerals.