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Roofing material

Jeffrey Savage
7 years ago
Is this an architectural asphalt shingle or a different material?

Thank you for your time.
Arcadia French Country · More Info

Comments (2)

  • PRO
    Hendricks Construction
    7 years ago

    The roof was layed with cedar shakes which patina'd over time to a varying shades of gray. Good luck with your project.

    Jeffrey Savage thanked Hendricks Construction
  • Jeffrey Savage
    Original Author
    7 years ago

    They're beautiful. I was hoping for some miraculous asphalt that looked like the real thing! I guess there is no replacement!

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