How to level a concrete floor part 1: preparation

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Watch our step-by-step video showing how to level a concrete floor, with expert advice and top tips to help you complete the job with confidence.
See the other part in this series:
Part 2: Levelling
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  • @betterseal2350
    @betterseal23509 жыл бұрын

    A very helpful video showing step by step procedure repairing cracked concrete with it will surely help the layman.

  • @alir.9894
    @alir.98942 жыл бұрын

    BTW I've looked at about 5 videos on how to level a surface area and yours was the best one! Thank you so much!!

  • @bandq

    @bandq

    2 жыл бұрын

    Wow, thanks! Glad to hear that you found it helpful!

  • @Duraamen-Flooring
    @Duraamen-FlooringАй бұрын

    Great tutorial on leveling a concrete floor! Clear instructions and useful tips for anyone tackling this project. Thanks for sharing!

  • @bandq

    @bandq

    Ай бұрын

    We're so happy to hear you found it helpful! 🙌

  • @baljeetahluwalia2015
    @baljeetahluwalia20158 жыл бұрын

    hi could this method be used on cracked ceramic floor tiles as well? Thanks

  • @gdfggggg
    @gdfggggg6 жыл бұрын

    You can do it when you B&Q it, yay!

  • @gdfggggg

    @gdfggggg

    3 жыл бұрын

    @Ira Keanu spose

  • @MiahE46
    @MiahE467 ай бұрын

    Brilliant video this

  • @bandq

    @bandq

    3 ай бұрын

    Glad you liked it 🥰

  • @natashanugent7819
    @natashanugent78193 жыл бұрын

    Can you this outside in a stable ?

  • @alir.9894
    @alir.98942 жыл бұрын

    One's shop vac should be good to suck up concrete dust, if they install a shop vac bag in it right? Great job with the video - thank you!

  • @bandq

    @bandq

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for the lovely feedback! 😄 However, we'd advice not to use a domestic vacuum for this task.

  • @Swearengen1980

    @Swearengen1980

    Жыл бұрын

    @@bandq A shop vac is not a domestic vacuum. It's primary purpose is literally for C&D tasks such as this.

  • @moirahornik4562
    @moirahornik45622 жыл бұрын

    Do you know what primer you should use for a concrete floor? And where I can buy it from?

  • @bandq

    @bandq

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi, Moira. An Acrylic primer should be used for a concrete floor, here's a handy link for where to buy some: rb.gy/z64nos Hope this helps!

  • @daniellieee1
    @daniellieee1 Жыл бұрын

    Can PVA be used as a primer as shown in this video, with sika latex levelling compound? Or will it react and therefore an acrylic primer is required?

  • @bandq

    @bandq

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Danielle, you can use a diluted PVA adhesive mix to seal the floor or a suitable acrylic primer. Always check the manufacturing instructions. I hope this helps!

  • @Ineedahandle75
    @Ineedahandle752 жыл бұрын

    Is it possible to do self leveling in 2 separate layers? Suppose you wanted to raise the level a bit further, could you prime the surface and add a second layer? Not saying I miscalculated the quantity or anything.

  • @bandq

    @bandq

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Mark. The key to successfully pouring concrete over an existing concrete surface it to ensure the two layers bond properly. You can also improve the bonding between the layers by using a scratch coat made from very wet, soupy concrete mix. Hope this helps.

  • @guest2007
    @guest20074 жыл бұрын

    17 jun 2020 9:25 pm edt:thanks

  • @KColes63
    @KColes639 жыл бұрын

    What if you need a small slope or grade for a basement drain. How do you level the majority of the floor with all going to the slope in the center for the drain..

  • @krsone9826

    @krsone9826

    4 жыл бұрын

    easy all you have to do it shatter it and then put DPM underneath it that way no screed gets away and stays where you want it to stay PPS DPM is just plastic that goes on top before the screed or latex or Giblin or any other screed format .jobs done👍

  • @boypickup653
    @boypickup6532 жыл бұрын

    Hi sir, do i need to wait 4 weeks after self leveling before applying tiles?

  • @bandq

    @bandq

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi, Ryan 👋 For this particular self-levelling compound, it needs 18hrs before having anything laid on it. Please note, not all self-levelling compounds will be the same so always check the laying instructions on the packet 😊

  • @paternojrtisoy8515
    @paternojrtisoy851510 жыл бұрын

    ok very good

  • @soniajael07
    @soniajael079 жыл бұрын

    Can this be done to a mobile home??

  • @kf5541

    @kf5541

    5 жыл бұрын

    A mobile home with a concrete floor?

  • @NickthaGeek
    @NickthaGeek4 жыл бұрын

    What sort of pva mix would this be?

  • @riverdeep399

    @riverdeep399

    3 жыл бұрын

    Loving your PPE ;)

  • @NickthaGeek

    @NickthaGeek

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@riverdeep399 can never be too careful

  • @anamir3347
    @anamir33476 жыл бұрын

    Yay

  • @nicotoscani1707
    @nicotoscani17073 жыл бұрын

    What about compound flooding into the gaps under the skirting???

  • @curtisbme

    @curtisbme

    2 жыл бұрын

    The trim should have been removed prior to this.

  • @Graham94
    @Graham94 Жыл бұрын

    Will this work if there is a big difference in the floor level?

  • @bandq

    @bandq

    Жыл бұрын

    It should! Depending on how much you need to raise the floor by, you may have to do it in stages, always check the manufacturers instructions and allow the floor to dry out fully.

  • @Technologyadvisor1
    @Technologyadvisor15 жыл бұрын

    Hello I have laid leveling compound on a garage floor but I have not used enough and the compound I have put down needs to be raised a few mm as I have not used enough. Can I top it up? it has only been put down 24 hours but I need the level to be level with some concrete that goes round the sides of the garage. please help

  • @Technologyadvisor1

    @Technologyadvisor1

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@bandq do i need to prime it? would pva with water be ok

  • @HerbaceousEarth
    @HerbaceousEarth3 жыл бұрын

    I have little red quarry tiles, can the concrete levelling compound be laid on top of those?

  • @Ineedahandle75

    @Ineedahandle75

    2 жыл бұрын

    Not sure, I always thought quarry tiles were supposed to be breathable, so putting concrete over the might trap moisture

  • @saitamabeach2200
    @saitamabeach22002 жыл бұрын

    I just realized this guy is now a presenter on A Place In The Sun!🙀

  • @bandq

    @bandq

    2 жыл бұрын

    Well spotted 😄🏡☀

  • @owenjones-wells9395
    @owenjones-wells93956 жыл бұрын

    Would this same process work in a garage? My concrete garage floor is uneven, and not level, and wish to convert to an office, I need a level and smooth floor to paint or cover with whatever finish.

  • @RedlineRossi

    @RedlineRossi

    5 жыл бұрын

    Did you ever do this in Your garage? I'm looking at doing mine, and My garage floor is textured, kind of like a raked ballast.

  • @curtisbme

    @curtisbme

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@RedlineRossi Just replying in case anyone comes across this old thread. Garage floor should not be level. It should slope down to the garage door so that any water or other liquid run out of the garage instead of towards the house.

  • @charlottephelps7906
    @charlottephelps79066 жыл бұрын

    😀

  • @alir.9894
    @alir.98942 жыл бұрын

    Also does one have to take off the baseboards to apply self leveler?

  • @bandq

    @bandq

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi, Ali. Thanks for your question. Yes you should, remove everything from the room including furniture, floor coverings and the base boards. You should also make sure they fill any cracks in the existing concrete floor using a suitable filler and sealant giving it time to dry before applying the floor leveller to ensure a smooth and flat finish. Hope that helps! 😄

  • @jesshothersall
    @jesshothersall3 жыл бұрын

    Hopefully I haven't damaged my dyson, as I 'hoovered' with it before finding this video

  • @bandq

    @bandq

    3 жыл бұрын

    Oh no! 🤞😓

  • @85gregbrett

    @85gregbrett

    2 жыл бұрын

    Just wash the filters out, the fine dust blocks them and you loose suction, once washed and dry it will be full power again

  • @jesshothersall

    @jesshothersall

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@85gregbrett Thanks, yes it did return to normal :)

  • @limbsflailing4479
    @limbsflailing44793 жыл бұрын

    good hair

  • @bonanzatime
    @bonanzatime4 жыл бұрын

    I Don't Do Metric System (hate it), So that being said,👎😛

  • @nicotoscani1707

    @nicotoscani1707

    3 жыл бұрын

    It's easier to figure out measurements using metric.. The units are smaller

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