Concrete Subfloor Leveling in a Large Area MrYoucandoityourself

[@Palantir_Daily]

This is by far the best video I’ve found on KZbin for self leveling a subfloor. Thank you very much.

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Myoldaccount-mu7of]

I appreciate the time all of these workers take to show us these things. It slows them down a little and their time is valuable. Thanks for this and all of the other videos like these!

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Glad to help!

[@Mr72137]

Amazing! I done diy. It is a bloody difficult job, but you seem to make it so effortlessly. I wish I watched his before. 👍

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Thanks for your comment!

[@mattt6511]

Out of all the videos I’ve seen this was by far the best this guy is a pro great work

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi, Thanks for your opinion!

[@SoCalPrerunning]

I hired and fired two different contractors after paying 5k to level my floor. Neither of them could flatten my floor enough for wood flooring. After watching your videos I learned what they did wrong and I tried it myself. Floor came out perfect thank you so much for the help. Thanks to you my nightmare is over.

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

I am very satisfied with your comment because I am making my videos for helping people to make the right things in flooring projects.Thanks!

[@lisalibeer7824]

Thank you doing this video. Educated me even more about this process and tools for the job!

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Very welcome!

[@addiefanlow7253]

Ahhhhh.. finally. Now THIS is how its done. Good ole' fashion experience. Great job!

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Thanks!

[@jashby9736]

They are doing it right. Great contractor.

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Thanks a lot for your comment!

[@faisalhassen1846]

Thank you for sharing. By far the best video showing a novice how to level an existing floor. Uncomplicated and to the point. Great tutorial. Should one put a bonding agent on the existing concrete?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi Faisal, If you have a look on the subfloor - it's a green color. I did the application of primer for better bonding. I never put leveling compound over an existing floor without primer. That's a rule!

[@bf2404]

Jose Mourinho has started his own construction company. You sound just like him. Thanks for this video.

[@leelukaku2265]

I feel the same way😂😂

[@MrMedicAdnan]

I think this guy is Russian :)

[@mohammedimran9214]

Exactly

[@faridjahed]

You make it look so easy

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

After 17 years, everybody can do it so easy. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@chrisolavarrieta]

Nice....who said this can't be done alone...lol you got the juice buddy...only a few of us left

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Thanks 👍

[@Spoon819]

WOW!!!! Just wow! You are amazing!

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Thank you!

[@rodgerq]

Oooh those tripods are a great idea!! I've only just done by first ever job on my kitchen floor, a couple of bags and this was my main worry, wondering if I have my heights ok. Luckily it's turned out ok.

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Great!

[@nxgraphics]

that is the most precise technique i have seen, these grade elevators specify the height needed... needs a patent !

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Thanks for your opinion!

[@mikekelly571]

Thanks for making this video, it gave me some great ideas. The lazer level must save allot of work.

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Yes, you’re right! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@GGeorge5677]

After I seal my perimeter areas. I always measure out in 24in sections the width of my gauge rake spreader. I mark with a sharpie the measurements on the ends of each 24in section. Doing such gives me a better idea of how much I should pour in that area. Just another way to try to do the best job I can. If I could post a pic of my sections I would. Great video btw!!

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Great tip!

[@heatherhanson6135]

You sound like you know what your doing. Do you know if the same technique would work on wood subfloor? I realize that I would have to seal vents etc....but is it done with same material? TIA

[@kchilz32]

How many bags of leveler you used for that room?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi, around 50 bags. Check the video, I told about it. Thanks!

[@kchilz32]

@@MrYoucandoityourself would it be less bags if I wanted to just make floor flat?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

"Absolutely. Different goals yield different outcomes."

[@kchilz32]

@@MrYoucandoityourself thank you so much you have the best leveling videos! Bog blagoslovil! 🙏🏽

[@GoDFazel2]

Awesome video … i would see the tools more closer! Specially the roller u used ?!!!

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Ok I will think about it.

[@davem3789]

You do good work! Thanks for sharing how you do these jobs.

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi David, thanks for your comment!

[@GlaciusDreams]

Really really good quality work. I am afraid to do so I will keep feather finishing low and sanding high.

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

You can do it!

[@Robert-bm5fz]

great tip

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Thanks!

[@hobson3724]

Impressive as always

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Thanks a lot!

[@supremeservices3575]

Good job sir

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Thanks

[@TeslaBoy123]

U a hard working man done all this alone not a easy task to complete

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@59alibaba59]

Thanks for sharing 😅

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

You are welcome!

[@richardleon9523]

A thousand thanks for being such a big help!!! I will buy through you.

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Happy to help!

[@nickberthold9399]

Wow nice work. Can you explain more about the tool you use with the blades when you are wading in the mixture as well as the tripods?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi Nick, This pull-push tool call - Floor Squeegee - amzn.to/2JRRi6w This tool not for leveling, but I use it all the time because ease to spread self-leveling compound. About tripods - it's my favorite tools, I can do leveling with tripods from 1/8" to 1'1/4". easy setup and work. Here is a link - - Floor Screed Tripods - bit.ly/2uVCPfX Thanks for your warm comment!

[@farikomike524]

you can always tell how well you are getting on by the reflection in the wet mix. Any warps from a light source means not flat.....this guy has a mirror on the floor 😀

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Thanks for your comment!

[@zaxazva]

It’s 50 bags in what looks like a 300sqft room. How could u not get a mirror image on a pour like that. Also, he set up a form to the entrance of the hall..that one room alone potentially cost the client 5000CAD$ in levelling. Phase 2 would be continuing the flood into the rest of the condo.. = more money.

[@tonymak9213]

Recently used a self levelling mix on a floor measuring approx 1.2m x 2m. I only bought one 25kg bag, and really had to stretch the mix out, maybe should have used at least another half bag. Cost of almost 30 euro per bag ! This floor must have cost a fortune !

[@zaxazva]

Tony Mak so approx 4ft x 6ft..yeah 1 bag would have got you a very skinny layer. When you’re pouring in a small space..a good tip is to use a small cup to scoop out small amounts and just slowly try to cover the whole area

[@misael4201]

MrYoucandoityourself where can I get the tripods purchased

[@lbenn100]

Your a bad ass! I love your work.

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Thanks! Very emotional!

[@ep28582]

Awesome video ! how did you find the highest spot to put your laser ?.

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

How do I find the high spot on my floor? Floor leveling MrYoucandoityourself kzbin.info/www/bejne/pprNYWNue7Vpd6c

[@casualbillionaire]

Incredible result. Amazing level and uniform color. I usually get swirls of colors which are unsightly. What is that tool you are using at the end (like a roller with spikes)?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

This is spike roller for leveling.

[@LongtowerNyc]

Soooo awesome thanks for sharing

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Thanks for watching!

[@JDoe-hb7pc]

What is that long metal metal square called? The one you drag accross the floor. Thank you Sir.

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Straight edge, you can find link in description. Thanks!

[@mobileandhostile7895]

⭐️ love the tripod 😎 thankyou for sharing your knowledge ⭐️ 👍

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Thanks for watching!

[@jremy89]

How many bags do you mix at one time?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

3 bags.

[@DeAnda92]

where did you get those adjustable pins to help point out level.?? Great job!!

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

I made it and sell it - - Floor Screed Tripods - bit.ly/2uVCPfX If you order 12 tripods, you can get a spike roller and spike shoes for free. I will ship it the same or the next business day.

[@rodgerq]

Also, that's an amazing effort on your own 👌

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Thanks!

[@tompaj10]

liking finger before touching silicone... nice trick

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Yes, you are right!

[@Smoo_D_]

Looks great! Good prep floor makes the job so much easier

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi Juan, thanks for your comment!

[@larryquirk8919]

How is it that you are still able to work material that was first pored

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi, this material gets harder after 30-40 minutes if you’re using cold water. If you’re not familiar with leveling and need more time for finish work, use a Mapei Novoplan SP, you will get extra around 20 minutes.

[@mikebuzz5784]

What is the roller called that you are using to go back through the wet patch?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi, this is spike roller for leveling. I sell it with tripods. Link in description for this video. Thanks!

[@summerforever6736]

Great work!! I like to use the same material how much water do you use to make it that liquidy?? Thank you!

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

5 Ga buсket of water for 3 bags SLC.

[@summerforever6736]

@@MrYoucandoityourself thank you

[@denisecopley5205]

Hello from NZ. You are amazing!! I'm watching so my son can do. Where do you get the tripods from? Thanks for video.

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Thanks for your comment! I am selling tripods.

[@FirstLast-yj4ri]

I need to level the floor in a room about that size that is around 2" (5cm) low in some areas. Is this method the best for this much slope? Thank you for your videos.

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

I just finished same sloop.only tripods can help to set up level. Thanks!

[@FirstLast-yj4ri]

@@MrYoucandoityourself Thank you so much for answering my question so quickly, and for the additional advice!

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Happy to help!

[@JesusHernandez-ir1be]

Great job , can I do that on painted floor ?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

You have to remove paint.

[@crlheureux]

Did you have to treat concrete subfloor with anything for the leveling compound to bind to? You mad this look easy. In Florida on hot days this sets up too quickly to work it that long.

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi Christopher, your have to start work very early with coolest water you can get.

[@chrisgreenthumb6906]

It’s so level there’s not even a fraction of light getting under that straight edge. Good job 👍

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi Chris, have a look on it too - kzbin.info/www/bejne/iKenmYFvo5trZsU Thanks for your positive comment!

[@tatunka701]

Looks good

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Thanks!

[@themonkeydrunken]

Excellent video! Which self-leveling underlayment product and bonding agent do you like the best? We're shopping around and trying to decide which products to buy.

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

I am using Mapei self levelling compound and Mapei primer L for bonding with concrete subfloor and primer T for bonding with wood subfloor.

[@themonkeydrunken]

@@MrYoucandoityourself Thank you for the reply! I'll use those and your tips and hope for a good result.

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

@@themonkeydrunken Hi, I hope that the knowledge and guidance I have provided will be of assistance to you!

[@guntherlang1493]

This is so cool! How big of an area can you do at once as one person? Meaning how long before it dries? If the house is too big and you want to do the whole house, you can break it up into individual rooms, as long as the level meets correctly at the doors yeah? Thanks!

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi Gunter, all dependable from the many factors as year season, material, air humidity, water temperature. If you have at least 3 guys - you can do it in one shot, but if you are alone - do it by the room. Divide room in the doorway. Thanks.

[@diyhomerenovation4you]

you are very good

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Thanks!

[@TheVisionBT]

nice work

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Thanks!

[@Guide504]

Good job !!!

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Thanks

[@danjenlilyful]

One big remodel I'm doing right now, house on slab, 1500sf was self levels in one pour.... He used something called uzin ... He said it was the best stuff you can get but very expensive. What brand do you like using the most? Your experience and skills are amazing to watch bro.

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi Danny, you have a big project! I am using Mapei products. Self leveling compound not cheap and labor costly as well. I never use this Uzin, but now so many brands, if it’s work well - good for you! Thanks for asking questions and commenting my channel! Good luck with your project!

[@ibretus]

Hi , What product you using that has such long working time?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Mapei Novoplan 2 Plus and cold water.

[@Thunderst0rn]

Howmuch water did you use? Seems more runny than i used in the past. It seems to work great this way!

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

@@Thunderst0rn I add little more than recommend. It works only with Mapei products. About other brands not sure.

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

@@Thunderst0rn Little less than 4,5 Ga of water for 3 bags. You have to try for your own risk.

[@Thunderst0rn]

@@MrYoucandoityourself Thanks!

[@staceyrizzo311]

Great video my question is where do you get those tripods and what concrete do you use for your jobs thanks

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

I sell it. You can find link in description of this video. I ship it same or following day after gets a payment. I am using Mapei self leveling compound. Thanks!

[@staceyrizzo311]

@@MrYoucandoityourself thanks for getting back to me.. Another question is what did you use to seal the cracks thanks

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Caulk or planipatch.

[@Paul-dr8tq]

Mryoucandoityourself how do you calculate how many bags you need, as the floor was uneven? And are you only putting down as much to bring the floor up to the original highest point?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi Paul, measure area need to fill up, for example, 200 s.f. sloping down from 0 to 1". One bag cover approximately 20 s.f - 1/4". Divide in half because it sloping - it will be 1/2" for 200 sf.=10(1/4") + 10(1/4") bags.

[@mattr4995]

Very nice video 👍

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Thanks!

[@danielb8373]

No need to put down an adhesive coat in-between the original and new concrete?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

If you mention about primer - I always apply before start leveling. You can see a green color on the old subfloor. Thanks!

[@shandusa]

Thanks for the great tutorial. I guess you can use cheap concrete or stucco first is the out of level is too much, and then at the end use this more expensive self leveling?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

No, it's not working.

[@paulgraves184]

So my first poor has some REALLY ugly spots. Im going to have to grind a lot of it down. and also fill in some low spots. What product would be good for filling in spots? Use the same SLC? Im using Mapei Self Leveler Plus+.

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

I don’t know what’s spot you are going fill up, but for leveling I am using one type of material. I hope to start getting salary from you because you keep me busy whole day. What the rates you have for helpers?😀

[@GabeLeonardArt]

Are you mixing the ratio of water to each bag as recommended or a bit thinner? When I’ve used this stuff and mixed it according to bag instructions it comes out more like pancake batter. Yours looks a lot more fluid

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Sometimes I put more.

[@l.olivares9981]

Very nice job. You let caulk dry one nigth or day? or you poured righ away??

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi, just start leveling after finishing preparation. Thanks

[@l.olivares9981]

@@MrYoucandoityourself ok great thanks

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Thanks too!

[@450ktm520]

Which self level product did you use. Also it looked really wet did you use the recommended water or did you add more.

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi, I am using Mapei self-leveling compound. For 3 bags of SLC, I added one bucket of 5 gallons of water. Thanks!

[@TheChavez1976]

Hello! looks like 350 sqft. How many bags did you use? Thanks

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi Joseph, in this video I explain everything. Just watch it one more time please.

[@EitriBrokkr]

I have an old wood subfloor that is very crooked. I want to install carpet, is it better to use self leveling compound first and then cover with underlayment? Or underlayment first and then selfleveling?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi, leveling first and then underlay with carpet. Thanks!

[@EitriBrokkr]

@@MrYoucandoityourself the old wood floor is made from many boards, not plywood. How do you keep the self leveling compound from possibly running through a crack, it is crazy to try and caulk between every boards?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

​@@EitriBrokkr You have to put over this wood boards minimum 1/2" plywood , screw it in, and then level it.

[@tomrasmussen3990]

what is the name of the tripods? where do get them ??

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi, I sell it. You can find link in description for any leveling video on my channel.

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

- 4D laser Level - bit.ly/2uVCPfX - Concrete Leveling tripods - bit.ly/2uVCPfX

[@mosessuherman3853]

Great video. Thanks for sharing. Did you mix the mapping novoan with sand?? In the video you add water, then you put the white bag mapei and after that you add one clear bag and back to a white bag again. Im assuming that the clear bag is sand?? Thank you

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi Moses, I am not doing this, sorry. Only self leveling compound.

[@douglong4458]

Very informative video. Just wish I had the confidence to do the 70 square metre area 🥴🥴. Thanks very much👍

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

You can do it!

[@scottharmed1317]

What self leveler compound did you use and can you finish this type of self-leveler?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi I used Mapei Novoplan 2 Plus. I don't know about finishing this material, you can come to Mapei.com site and ask them. Maybe Ardex better fit for finishing. Thanks!

[@Lolatyou332]

I think I'm about to do a 750 sqft basement myself using mapei self leveling compound. Should be a good time.

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Do it in the morning with cool water. Good luck!

[@calinick86]

I have a question that came to mind. I have seen many concrete slabs poured and they cut grooves in them so they will not crack. My current foundation has a small crack in it, and has stayed the same for over 10 years. How would this amount of self leveling not crack in the future?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

I am doing level for hardwood and laminate floors. All cracks I filled with silicone and then level it. If later it will be cracked again it’s not affected wood floors.

[@calinick86]

Thank you so much for your reply, the reason I ask is because I recently had a detached garage built and at the base of the garage doors there are low spots. Especially at one corner of the garage door. I would like to level the floor this way I don’t have water intrusion with heavy rain. But I don’t want it to crack or crumble as cars drive in and out. Any advice? I could email you pictures. Do you have other social media?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

After leveling put Bona R540 for moisture protection.

[@oddopops1327]

Excellent Video! 🤠

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Thanks!

[@oddopops1327]

@@MrYoucandoityourself 😊

[@Jmcole1000]

Great work! I thank you for the information as we are in the beginning stages of a basement finish and will use this as reference to level our floors!

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Good luck with your project!

[@Alpha-to9od]

Hey mate can this material be polish and seal to be bare floor?.

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi, Good question! I guess it's possible.

[@oddopops1327]

Only if you coat it with at least 1/8 inch of epoxy coating, Per the Manufacturer

[@becbec4321]

Do you have any experience adding aggregates to self levelling compound? I need to pour quite thick on top floor apartment and thinking about using a lightweight aggregate in the mix: love to hear any tips you have for this.

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi, yes, I tried it before. Only headache… Now, if I need put too much slc, I am using backer board. Have a look my last video, please. Thanks

[@becbec4321]

@@MrYoucandoityourself thank you for your reply. I watched the video and have three more questions: - it looks like you used extra mortar to bridge between different levels of backer board, is that right? Do you leave a gap between the pieces of backer board? Do you tape the seams of the pieces of backer board? I ask all these questions because I might need to use a variety of thicknesses of backer board, since the room curves down from the middle to the edges. Your videos are great and the views of Vancouver are super nice too! Many thanks from Australia.

[@sirgen001]

how powerful must your drill be to accomplish such a task. Mine went up in smoke

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Maybe already old tools?

[@2552Zeus]

Ready to lay anything on that bad boy 👍🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@2552Zeus]

MrYoucandoityourself let me ask you this tho..would hardwood glue stick really good and how easy is it to stain if you can stain at all? Thank you in advance

[@thexavianfamily7584]

Can I do this to a triple wide mobile home that has old tile that is also uneven? The purpose would be to put down vinyl plank floor

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi, if your subfloor solid don’t have any movement, yes you can do it.Don’t forget use primer. It’s very important! Thanks

[@aricdavis2119]

Thanks for all the videos! Big help. What if you have a low spot at the doorway to the room… do you end up with a ridge at the edge leading into the next room? Wouldn’t you then have to raise the level of that entire room to match? Lastly, do you mix your compound with more water than it calls for to allow more workable time?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi, you can match the level both rooms, or make different level and put transition in the doorway. Yes I add little more water then recommend on the bags. Thanks

[@philindeblanc]

This is Mapei underlayment...What do you recommend that is supposed to be used as a selflevel finished concrete floor? This is what I want me floors to be as a finished floor. A nice smooth natural concrete finish. EXCELLENT videos!!!

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Ardex specially made for epoxy and polishing concrete surfaces. I would recommend this brand. Thanks

[@AliHassan-tt3ey]

It was very nice working progress and excellent result !! I just have question for you please I am after levelling rough large area do you thing in some places if I need to go over 30mm I will be ok ? because the bags of the cement said max 30mm thickness ? Thanks in advance for your help.

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

If it’s not all place, just some spot I did over a 30 mm easily, like in this place from left side.

[@66Pipes66]

Thanks for that 👍 Fantastic job too 👏👏👏

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

You are welcome!

[@shyladare]

We don't have to primer the floor ?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

If you will watching this movie with attention, you can find how I explain everything about preparation. Thanks!

[@anthonyeskins791]

What are the tripod gauges you placed on the floor to help gauge how much to put in that area? I will need them

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

You can find link in description for this video. I ship it same day.Thanks!

[@radutenenbaum977]

I'm in an old house and want to convert my basement to a wood workshop. The concrete floor is not flat, it has various high and low points and I was thinking about doing something like this. Can I then just use this surface without adding any additional flooring material?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi Radu, yes, you can use it as it is. You can grinding high spots if it’s not comfortable for you . Thanks

[@radutenenbaum977]

@@MrYoucandoityourself Thanks for the quick response. Can you tell me the product brand/name?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Mapei Novoplan 2 Plus

[@radutenenbaum977]

@@MrYoucandoityourself Thank you!

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

You are welcome!

[@Yannis2022]

The levelling compound product I have says max 3.4litres of water per bag of levelling compound 5-50mm, but is it ok to use 4litres per bag instead for the same levelling compound(5-50mm) for 0-15mm actual floor levelling?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

I used 5 Gallons water for 3 bags. You can count for one bag.

[@paulgraves184]

My SLC is drying very fast! By the time i mix my 3rd batch, the first batch is getting dry! What things can i do?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Use coolest water what you can find. Do the leveling in morning time, when is cool. Level by the room. What material did you use? In summer time need to be flexible with time. Don't do it when it's too hot. I got the same problem time to time.

[@paulgraves184]

@@MrYoucandoityourself I am using Mapei Self Leveler Plus+. I watch so many of your videos i want to use exactly what you are using. Thats a good idea. I wanted to do too much square feet at once. Ill poor at night. Maybe ill get a cooler of ice! Make ice water!

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi Paul, I am doing this type of work almost 20 years. If you’re doing flooring business - it’s one story, if you doing renovations this another story. With no experience- make leveling with small amount of slc to understand how it’s work. What I am doing in one time you need twice more. Do not try to copy exactly. Little pieces and you can eat elephant.

[@kinderbanditu]

Nice!🫰🏼

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Thanks!

[@septnt5622]

Thank you for the video. I found this is the best video for floor leveling. I have a question. I have started leveling using a water method to determine unevenness in one of rooms and I have placed leveling cement over a clean cement floor without first using a bonding primer. This application is for a residential job with a minimal unevenness. Can I leave it as it is, or do I have to remove it now and repeat again first using a primer? The bonding cement seems to be firmly placed . I plan to use a vinyl plank flooring product over it.

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

My dear friend, in this time you can just remove concrete, but after , when floor will be done and you get a problem with subfloor, you have to remove the floor, remove concrete, level it and then install new floor. I guess you can understand different? But everything in your hands, you can leave it as it is. Thanks!

[@shadrachg9012]

I added 200 square feet to my garage when i did whole house remodel/rebuild. The cement guy started at the slant of the existing 400 sq ft garage and added on the additional 200 sq ft. The issue I having is when we get heavy rains here in Texas, water comes in under my garage door. I have been wanting to add some concrete to level out the garage to get rid of the slant and raise the newer part of the garage floor. I believe i would need to add 1.5 - 2 inches of concrete/leveler to fix the issue I am having. Any advice would help. Thanks in advance. Very nice work!

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

With garage I don’t have experience. Sorry.

[@frankmeadows8744]

What is the flow time for the SLU product you’re using? That’s not rapid set is it ?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi Frank, it’s settled in 30-40 min. For big area need to work very fast. Thanks!

[@tommylee85]

I've done it sometimes on my job sites, and it's always really difficult to achieve a good result. Especially if the slope is not "constant" and you have "bumps" (I hope you know what I mean)! I guess it would be almost impossible to achieve a good result without tripods. Great video, thanks for sharing your skills!

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi Francesco, You are right! Without tripods it's difficult to make.I have tripods, if you need it - - Floor Screed Tripods - bit.ly/2uVCPfX

[@zaxazva]

Instead of buying these tripods. Just cut wood shims to the “height” u need to add and glue them to the concrete in the designated spots throughout the room. I guarantee this guy has kicked over his “tripod” atleast once while pouring.

[@TwoLeggedTriceratops]

kobi chicken that actually sounds easier. Do you just leave it in the concrete? What happens if you overflow it accidentally and lose them or does that not really happen in practice?

[@zaxazva]

TwoLeggedTriceratops Its your choice. you can leave them in, or pop them out with a hammer and chisel. If u pop them out, just be prepared to mix a small bucket of feathering patch to fill the void. The shims don’t necessarily get covered unless u over pour. If ur worried about losing the shim..u could always tap a short nail in to each so u know where they are before u pour.

[@markgardiner1742]

@@zaxazva hi well if you were going to do that then you might as well just put screws and plugs directly into the concrete and screw them to the desired height to give you your guide. Wouldn't be as noticeable either as timber. I think iv just invented something lol

[@underthetreebbq7341]

Do you leave the caulk and paper? Or do you remove it?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Yes, I removed paper after finishing leveling.

[@underthetreebbq7341]

@@MrYoucandoityourself awesome. While it’s still wet or after it dries? I’m also going to buy some of the tripod levels. Those are awesome

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

@@underthetreebbq7341 When SLC is dry. In the tripods package, you will also have a spiked roller with a bigger buffer, and it helps you not use paper on the wall.

[@hanselroa]

nice job 👌. I would like to buy the Screed Leveling Tripods, but they are very expensive. My floor is the same way than yours 1/2, 3/4 and even 1 inch in some spots. Is there any solution to level the floor in those low spot without using 50 bags of self leveling because in the us 50 bags x 30 dollars= 1500 dollars just in self leveling cement please any advise. Also what is the water ratio for mixing. Thank you very much for your help

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi, you not realize how much expensive it should be. This 50 bags would cost you with labour within 35 - 40 hundred. Therefore, $300 for 12 tripods- its nosing. Also you need spiked roller, buckets, mixer and so on....look in description for this video. Don’t forget seal the walls to avoid leaks. Any questions, you can ask me here or on Facebook page. Thanks

[@migimnasiocasero]

MrYoucandoityourself do you think I can lay some 1/2 Cement Backer Board on the low spot and then put some self leveling on the top ?

[@rodneybean2455]

What is that plastic like material you rolled against the walls to create a barrier?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi Rodney. There is foam tape. I have link in description. Also you can find this material in lumber store. Thanks.

[@johnkenney3966]

Where did you get the big spiked roller?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

I sell it.

[@johnkenney3966]

The metal one? Great video by the way i have learned a lot. Another question would you seal between layers if you needed to go higher?

[@JohnnyBrutalUSA]

Did you do the whole floor by yourself? How long did it take?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Hi, yes, I did alone. Around 40-50 min.

[@Lysporster]

Do the floor need to be level if it is off by 3mm?

[@MrYoucandoityourself]

Up to you. It's not much.