Concrete leveling for maximum flatness of concrete.

[azhomefloorsguy]

It's not that difficult really. Once we pull the screed from the leveler, we flip it 180 degrees. This causes the leveler to reverse and drip in the opposite direction. Some mess does occur, but when dry, our Total Polishing Systems X1 grinder smooths it all out. We also now use 20' long screeds. If you get a chance, watch some of our more current videos to see the system we pioneered. We can now flatten concrete to 1/16" in 50 linear feet, 99.99% dust free.

[MrRokkafella]

@ 2:01 in a such a compact area ,I was wondering how did you get that big ass screed out wiithout mess,you know what I mean :)))

[allistairave]

woops, ignore my comment, I just answered my own question by looking at your comments, it's a screed!  Clearly I am new to this. :) Thanks though!

[allistairave]

what's that bar contraption you were using to help spread/level the compound? Looked like such a great idea, did you build it yourself? Can I just set up some level 2X4s to get the same effect you think? Great video btw. One of the first I've seen on this subject were it seems like the folks in the video actually know what they are doing!

[allteksystems]

I have a new question. I need to pour to level a laundry room. The pour will be about 2 * 6 ft from 0 to 3/4". It's going to be up a to the drywall. The manufacture says to install expansion joints and not go up to the drywall. Is this really important?

[azhomefloorsguy]

@allteksystems

Actually, it's not necessary to put perimeter strips in that small of an area. But, you will want to make sure you have thoroughly scarified the top surface with a 30grit or smaller grinding wheel. If there is any cutback, sheet vinyl adhesive, paint, or stain, these could cause the leveler to crack and lose bond. I have more to write, so I'll continue on the next comment.

[azhomefloorsguy]

@allteksystems

If you can find Mapei's Ultraplan 1 Plus leveler in your area, you're better off using this product to level the laundry room. I had previously used Custom's Levelquick for years, but I 've noticed over the last few years their quality just isn't there anymore. I switched to Mapei Ultraplan 1 Plus and noticed immediately that the quality is at least twice as good as the Custom's product, if not more. I doubt if I will ever experience a failure using it.

[yingw07]

Wow, you did a good job and give me a lot of encourage to level my concrete ground in basement before I install the laminate floor. But before I start, I have several questions to ask and I hope you could give me any clues:

1. What is the ratio of the cement:sand:water (did you add sand in?) 2. How to treat the concrete ground before you pour the mixture? did you use any primer or sealant?

3. What's the bar? is it special? Sorry, I want to know the name to buy at Home Depot directly.

[azhomefloorsguy]

@yingw07

Hi and thank you for the nice compliment. The product I used comes pre-mixed and all you do is add 6 1/2 quarts of cool water. The product's name is Custom's Levelquick, which can be purchased easily at Home Depot. The concrete was thoroughly ground to completely remove the top layer of the surface. This allows the primer to penetrate properly. After the primer dries (usually in about 10-30 minutes) the leveler can be applied.

[azhomefloorsguy]

@yingw07

I ran out of room! Sorry! Anyway, once you know exactly where the leveler should be applied then you carefully pour the levelquick onto the floor trying to estimate how much. That's when the screed comes into play. The screed will help you eliminate those low spots. But don't forget that you may have some humps that will need to be ground first. If this is the case, determine how large they are and then get back to me with that information.

[azhomefloorsguy]

@yingw07

Unfortunately, if you have any large humps you will be unable to grind them yourself. You cannot rent any equipment that will be effective. All you'll do is fill your house up with concrete dust and spend money on equipment that is totally inadequate. At this point, if you are really set on getting a laminate floor then hire someone with the most experience and equipment you can find. It's your only hope for not getting your money wasted.

[bwayne641]

Thanks for the reply, that's good to know :)

[bwayne641]

Doesn't the wet leveler damage the cabinets when it runs under them like that ?

[azhomefloorsguy]

@bwayne641

That's a great question, but it really doesn't. In about 30 minutes the leveler is set and is no longer a liquid. Also, the cabinet faces were slightly raised, which also allow the leveler to travel under for a short way. As a rule, those cabinet faces are much stronger than you realize. If they were being exposed to a constant source of moisture i.e. a leak, they would swell and start rotting.

Regards,

Jack King