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Old 02-Aug-2006, 19:35
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shingle roof is the contrary of flat roof isn't it?
could shingle be synonym of inclined??
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I believe that "shingle roof" describes any style of roof (whether inclined or flat) that is covered with shingles. Shingles can be made of asphalt, wood or clay.

Different types of roofs: http://cmhpf.org/kids/Guideboox/RoofTypes.html

Different types of shingles:
http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/prin...198504,00.html
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I believe that "shingle roof" describes any style of roof (whether inclined or flat) that is covered with shingles. Shingles can be made of asphalt, wood or clay.
Different types of roofs: http://cmhpf.org/kids/Guideboox/RoofTypes.html
Different types of shingles:
http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/prin...198504,00.html
very nice...curious...99% of the houses in Brazil have ceramic tiled roofs such as the last picture ...
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