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EPISODE · May 30, 2025 · 49 MIN

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

from 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   Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at [email protected].     ➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 687 ➡️ Sign up for an All Access Membership or the  2024 Fine Homebuilding Archive ➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:   Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen.

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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....

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