#687: Flat roofs, Spray Foam vs. Loose-Fill Insulation, and Building Cabinets

The Fine Homebuilding Podcast

Connor shares his final blower door numbers. Ryan has an FHB Project Guide idea. Josh wonders about the right roof for his Queen's row house. Jim says prospective contractors all want to use spray foam. Patrick asks about building your own cabinets.

Grant, Ian and Patrick talk about the challenges of roof work in a busy city, choosing the right insulation for new builds and the challenges and payoff of building your own kitchen cabinets and built-ins.

Tune in to Episode 687 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:

  • The materials and methods for replacing a flat roof in an urban setting
  • The merits and pitfalls of spray foam insulation
  • Building your own frameless and face-frame cabinets

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2025-05-30 49 min

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