We use these rollers for cementitious coatings, it didn't even cross my mind to use them for leveling compound. Good video, hoping to dive into my remodel soon will definitely be using it.
It's interesting how rollers are used for different coatings, like you say. I really like it for smoothing out multiple pours for thin coats. Good luck with your project! Good to hear from you.
Faultless! Well done, your the only one on UA-cam iv seen use the spike roller. I personally use a special rake to move the product around then use the roller. 10/10
You are a very good teacher! We are having to contend with a very rough kitchen floor, and now we can monitor the process and understand what our contractor is going to do. Great job!!!
Hi everyone, If you're looking for a thin skim coat over your floor a concrete spreader, before the roller is helpful too. I did this solo, but if you have a friend who can mix while you pour, that's even better! Good luck and if you have any questions or comments please share!
Hey it’s great to see you in my infeed again. I was wondering if you had retired to a sunny Caribbean island 🏝️!! Thank you so much for your videos, they are very instructional and I always learn a lot from them!
Hi Frank, it’s good to hear from you! Thanks. The Caribbean would be amazing! Hope you’re doing well where you are. Anywhere close to water is a dream.
Super video Daru! Maybe it’s just me and my lack of experience using the stuff, but it would be useful to see a list of situations where one would need a floor levelling compound and maybe a list where it shouldn’t be used.
I was unable to due to space. I poured the entire area and exited from by the exterior door. I rolled it and was wearing my spikes so it left no trace of me. Watch out for blowing leaves. 🍃 ;)
Once the leveler is dry, do you remove the padding that you glued on? My husband and I tore up our kitchen floor ( we are beginners) and he purchased a self leveling cement. The individual who helped him never informed him that the floor needed to be prepped, so here I am doing more research haha.
Hey Daru, Gotta say this was very educational, and I've watched this a number of times to learn. Thanks for that! Questions (1) is the Sill Gasket , Foam Spray + Silicone really necessary, as not many vlogs actually show this? (2) when u add the Foam Spray, then Sill Gasket on top, then Silicone over that ... and THEN lay the concrete, HOW are u still creating an expansion gap ... as the concrete will be over the Silicone and touching the Sill Gasket ?
Hi, you can absolutely skip the gasket. That’s an added layer of insurance in case you make a mistake or miss a spot with your self-leveling compound. The gasket is made of foam and will compress. When in doubt, skip it. Thanks for the questions!
It’s much better to do it all in one day so that it forms a consistent smooth surface. I have pored a large area over a couple days. I gave the joint a sand and it was good to lay a floor over.
I always thought you had to remove the tile and self level over the wood subfloor? If I’m planning to do a polished concrete look will this crack if I go over the tile? Thanks this video is awesome.
That’s the beauty of it. New technology and products come out that solve problems. I didn’t think you could do this until I researched and found this product. Removing tile is best but it’s more labor and budget heavy. This worked beautifully. It’s solid concrete and it looks really nice as is. I’d follow the instructions from the manufacturer. There’s a link in the description to the self-leveller. Thanks for the question. It’s a good one!
@@DaruDhillon thanks for taking the time to reply. I’m hoping to do some DIY polishing also. Might be over my head but the tile that is in my bathroom is terrible so can’t be any worse than that 😁. Any tips on hand grinders?
@@talanslate wear a respirator or a good mask. The work will pay off and you’ll learn something along the way. You’re leveling up your skills and that’s great!
Do you always lay new floors over old ones? Or was this a specific request by the costumer to save on demo? I personally like to take the old floors out before any new installation, but I've had costumers ask me if it's possible to set tile or vinyl planks on an old tile floor, to save on the project, but they always prefer demo. Either way, great explanation and beautiful work 👏
You’re spot on. While it’s always better to start fresh that’s really expensive for a lot of people. If you’re on a budget this is a now an option for you. Thanks for the question it’s a good point. The upper two floors of the home the tile was removed. In the lower level I did this instead to save money.
Thanks! The shoes are awesome because you can walk over the floor without leaving marks. Better than doing the old body stretch with a trowel hand. The spiked shoes are linked in the description box.
So im doing research on comcrete methods to use when i remodel my gramdmothers basement. The tile has been destroyed and a tenant tried to rip them out themself. So there is tile glue and broken bits across the entire floor. My question is will this method work if the floor isnt smooth or level underneath?
You would have to follow the manufacturer’s recommendations. Tile needs to be bonded correctly to your substrate and clean. Another step if it’s a gloss tile. Information on the self-leveller I used is in the description box. The floor I did looks great and I’m pleased with the results. It’s a solid, smooth concrete floor.
Thank you so much, Daru! That was soooo helpful. Question: I want to use self leveler on my garage remodel and need about a 2 inch high lip or step into the garage to keep the rain out. wondering if I can put a long 2x4 down where I want this threshold, let a couple layers of the mixture set up against the 2x4 and then remove it when it dries to reveal a step? When I remove the 2x4 will it be a wooden/concrete disaster or is there a material I could put between the 2x4 and the mixture so it would be a clean break once it dries?? Forgive the long Q
Good to hear from you, I appreciate you watching! You can absolutely use a 2x4 as a form to stop the flow of concrete. You are definitely on the right track. Just seal it so it doesn’t ooze out the sides or bottom. Also check the instructions that your self leveling compound is the correct thickness. For thicker areas you may have to patch that first and layer on top. You got this!
You can check website for your floor leveling compound manufacturer. They can provide you with the information you need. Also the customer service lines are very helpful.
I would check with the installation requirements on the package. I installed vinyl over this as is. You can use the floor as is once dry. The concrete looks great I don’t remember if it needs a sealer. The product info is in the description and the company website has the information. Thanks Cindy
That isn’t what a spiked roller is for, it’s proper name is an airiation roller and it’s designed to remove air between the latex and the subfloor to prevent cracks and de-bonding once the latex is dry. In order to level it properly and prevent any high points you should use a trowel or pin rake.
@@DerekDemner spiked rollers are used for different coatings including concrete for skim coats. Professional concrete contractors use these tools. They cost around $150 for pro-grade. This was a steal and essential to a multi-pour skim. I’m a common name kind of gal. Pine tree vs Pinus.
Are you saying if we install LVP over existing tile, we need to fill in grout lines? I got 3 bids and none of them mentioned having to do that. Please advise
@@darinkent-sv7ci You should follow the installation instructions of your LVP manufacturer. Many of them will crack if installed over tile with wide grout lines like in the video. Some will be fine but they are often more expensive. I’d definitely research what products they are quoting for your job to be sure.
I have a very similar tile and want to put vinyl over it...do you think it would be enough to just use the primer and fill the grouts? Maybe sand down the area where it is too high? It's the entire common area over 1100 sqft with lots of corners, walkways, etc. I think the self-leveling compound just seems too much work and messy.
Self leveling is the easiest route. 1100 sq ft is a large area. Filling and sanding will be far more labor intensive and the results will be less uniform. I’ve watched DIY videos on filling and it’s very uneven from my perspective.
I have a link in the description box to my Amazon store. It has a section on Floor Levelling with everything I used. If you are good with spray foam you can also use that on its own. The pink sill gasket is in case anyone misses a spot so you can rest easy. Both options are good.
I trim it back with a utility knife at the base. If you feel confident using spray foam you can also just do that alone. Gasket is insurance if you’re unsure or so you don’t miss anything. Thanks for the question! Hope that helps.
We have painted plywood floors that are not very level and will need floor leveler at some point before a final flooring option can be put on top. Can this be applied over painted plywood?
Yes they can. You have to make sure the self-levelling compound you choose is designed for use over plywood and the primer too. The one in this video is not for plywood but I’d do the same steps. Remember to use a lot of spray foam around your toilet flange and doorway.
i ripped up old linoleum and there's a sticky uneven mess under it. do i have to scrape or sand it down or can i put other sticky tiles over it as is. i don't want to level....
It’s a sill gasket. There’s a link in the description. You don’t have to use it. You can just use spray foam. It’s added defence in case you miss a spot.
Young lady, you are my new BFF. I'm gonna get this job done today! Thanks and God bless you richly.
You can do it Cindy! Follow the directions to the T and use a timer. You have 10 minutes to spread it out so that it bonds properly.
@DaruDhillon Wish I could attach a photo! I followed your instructions and it turned out perfect.
@@CindyOsborne-TDWP Awesome Cindy! You rock! So glad you did it.
Love the job you did and the explanation. The easiest and cheapest way to fix a floor that is unlevel.
Thanks! It was quick and easy.
We use these rollers for cementitious coatings, it didn't even cross my mind to use them for leveling compound. Good video, hoping to dive into my remodel soon will definitely be using it.
It's interesting how rollers are used for different coatings, like you say. I really like it for smoothing out multiple pours for thin coats. Good luck with your project! Good to hear from you.
Wow great job Daru! You always make a home improvement topic way easier to understand. Makes total sense to cover those pesky grout lines.
Glad you think so Vincent! Covering those pesky grout lines are so much easier than ripping up the tile too.
Great instructional video with a nice pace to it, to be honest I would have been perfectly satisfied to have that tile floor you covered
Glad you enjoyed it
If the tiled floor is already leveled and your worried about the grout lines causing separation of boards, then use a thin 3mm polythene liner.
I love you basic instruction step. I have done this before about 4 years ago and needed a review. Thanks.
Thanks, I appreciate you letting me know. You’ll do an amazing job!
Faultless! Well done, your the only one on UA-cam iv seen use the spike roller.
I personally use a special rake to move the product around then use the roller.
10/10
Rake is awesome too! Great tip thanks!
You are a very good teacher! We are having to contend with a very rough kitchen floor, and now we can monitor the process and understand what our contractor is going to do. Great job!!!
Thanks! It’s really good to be informed as a homeowner. Whether you are doing the work or hiring out. Good job!
Hi everyone, If you're looking for a thin skim coat over your floor a concrete spreader, before the roller is helpful too. I did this solo, but if you have a friend who can mix while you pour, that's even better! Good luck and if you have any questions or comments please share!
Can you suggest a spreader?
@@roba2722 I don’t have a specific brand to recommend for a spreader. Amazon should have some that are well priced compared to stores. Cheers!
Another great video. Just did this over tile. Worked so amazing. Daru is the best, bester, bestest ever.
Great to hear that you did this project! Doing this saves thousands in labor and disposal too. Well done!
I would humbly add - that Daru is the most best, morer bester and the mostest bestest on UA-cam😇
@@garzon53 You've got great energy and I'm sending more of energy that back at you. 🙏
Incredibly helpful video, you are awesome at this! Thanks I am going to level a floor some just like this.
You can do it Charles! Awesome to hear from you.
Hey it’s great to see you in my infeed again. I was wondering if you had retired to a sunny Caribbean island 🏝️!!
Thank you so much for your videos, they are very instructional and I always learn a lot from them!
Hi Frank, it’s good to hear from you! Thanks. The Caribbean would be amazing! Hope you’re doing well where you are. Anywhere close to water is a dream.
Super video Daru! Maybe it’s just me and my lack of experience using the stuff, but it would be useful to see a list of situations where one would need a floor levelling compound and maybe a list where it shouldn’t be used.
Good call! Appreciate the suggestion. It’s a smart idea to to help clarify and streamline the process of choosing the right compound.
very nice, wish you had showed from the doorway. panning from the door to show how you delt with a door opening.
I was unable to due to space. I poured the entire area and exited from by the exterior door. I rolled it and was wearing my spikes so it left no trace of me. Watch out for blowing leaves. 🍃 ;)
Oh my gosh… YOU’RE BACK!!! ❤
Hello! ❤️ it’s great to be back.
Once the leveler is dry, do you remove the padding that you glued on? My husband and I tore up our kitchen floor ( we are beginners) and he purchased a self leveling cement. The individual who helped him never informed him that the floor needed to be prepped, so here I am doing more research haha.
Hey Daru,
Gotta say this was very educational, and I've watched this a number of times to learn. Thanks for that!
Questions
(1) is the Sill Gasket , Foam Spray + Silicone really necessary, as not many vlogs actually show this?
(2) when u add the Foam Spray, then Sill Gasket on top, then Silicone over that ... and THEN lay the concrete, HOW are u still creating an expansion gap ... as the concrete will be over the Silicone and touching the Sill Gasket ?
Hi, you can absolutely skip the gasket. That’s an added layer of insurance in case you make a mistake or miss a spot with your self-leveling compound. The gasket is made of foam and will compress. When in doubt, skip it. Thanks for the questions!
subbed! Thanks for the demo. I think I'm going to try this myself...
Thanks! Give it a try. Believe in yourself and what you can do.
Do you have to do the entire floor at once or can you do part one day. Let it dry and do the other part(s) another day.
It’s much better to do it all in one day so that it forms a consistent smooth surface. I have pored a large area over a couple days. I gave the joint a sand and it was good to lay a floor over.
@@DaruDhillon Thank you!
Yes, I use spike roller.
Good to hear from you! Word is getting out. That’s awesome.
wonder if we can use that roller on our concrete driveway. It has started spauling badly now. hmmm. I was going to do it by hand with a sponge trowel.
Imprresive work 🎉🎉🎉
Thanks a lot 😊
I always thought you had to remove the tile and self level over the wood subfloor? If I’m planning to do a polished concrete look will this crack if I go over the tile? Thanks this video is awesome.
That’s the beauty of it. New technology and products come out that solve problems. I didn’t think you could do this until I researched and found this product. Removing tile is best but it’s more labor and budget heavy. This worked beautifully. It’s solid concrete and it looks really nice as is. I’d follow the instructions from the manufacturer. There’s a link in the description to the self-leveller. Thanks for the question. It’s a good one!
@@DaruDhillon thanks for taking the time to reply. I’m hoping to do some DIY polishing also. Might be over my head but the tile that is in my bathroom is terrible so can’t be any worse than that 😁. Any tips on hand grinders?
@@talanslate wear a respirator or a good mask. The work will pay off and you’ll learn something along the way. You’re leveling up your skills and that’s great!
Do you always lay new floors over old ones? Or was this a specific request by the costumer to save on demo? I personally like to take the old floors out before any new installation, but I've had costumers ask me if it's possible to set tile or vinyl planks on an old tile floor, to save on the project, but they always prefer demo. Either way, great explanation and beautiful work 👏
You’re spot on. While it’s always better to start fresh that’s really expensive for a lot of people. If you’re on a budget this is a now an option for you. Thanks for the question it’s a good point. The upper two floors of the home the tile was removed. In the lower level I did this instead to save money.
Thank for the great content, and awesome shoes! What are they?
Thanks! The shoes are awesome because you can walk over the floor without leaving marks. Better than doing the old body stretch with a trowel hand. The spiked shoes are linked in the description box.
Could you then just paint over the leveler you put on?
looks great! well done!
Thanks! Glad you think so.
Nice work
@@segawasalim-k5z thanks! Appreciate you letting me know.
Nice work
Thank you! Cheers!
So im doing research on comcrete methods to use when i remodel my gramdmothers basement. The tile has been destroyed and a tenant tried to rip them out themself. So there is tile glue and broken bits across the entire floor. My question is will this method work if the floor isnt smooth or level underneath?
You would have to follow the manufacturer’s recommendations. Tile needs to be bonded correctly to your substrate and clean. Another step if it’s a gloss tile. Information on the self-leveller I used is in the description box. The floor I did looks great and I’m pleased with the results. It’s a solid, smooth concrete floor.
Did you remove the pink sill after? Or leave it and cover with the base boards?
I cut it with a utility knife at the base. It peels away really easily.
Thank you so much, Daru! That was soooo helpful. Question: I want to use self leveler on my garage remodel and need about a 2 inch high lip or step into the garage to keep the rain out. wondering if I can put a long 2x4 down where I want this threshold, let a couple layers of the mixture set up against the 2x4 and then remove it when it dries to reveal a step? When I remove the 2x4 will it be a wooden/concrete disaster or is there a material I could put between the 2x4 and the mixture so it would be a clean break once it dries?? Forgive the long Q
Good to hear from you, I appreciate you watching! You can absolutely use a 2x4 as a form to stop the flow of concrete. You are definitely on the right track. Just seal it so it doesn’t ooze out the sides or bottom. Also check the instructions that your self leveling compound is the correct thickness. For thicker areas you may have to patch that first and layer on top. You got this!
Love the video! I have a 245 sq ft area to do. Maybe 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick. How many 50 lbs bags would you recommend. Thanks
You can check website for your floor leveling compound manufacturer. They can provide you with the information you need. Also the customer service lines are very helpful.
Once the floor is cured after self leveling, do I have to put anything on it or can I just keep as is? it's for indoors. Thank you in advance.
I would check with the installation requirements on the package. I installed vinyl over this as is. You can use the floor as is once dry. The concrete looks great I don’t remember if it needs a sealer. The product info is in the description and the company website has the information. Thanks Cindy
Superperb. Thank you.
Thank you too!
Good instructions, but why are you covering a good CT floor with vinyl???
Lots of people wouldn’t but sometimes you want a change. Good question James!
That isn’t what a spiked roller is for, it’s proper name is an airiation roller and it’s designed to remove air between the latex and the subfloor to prevent cracks and de-bonding once the latex is dry. In order to level it properly and prevent any high points you should use a trowel or pin rake.
@@DerekDemner spiked rollers are used for different coatings including concrete for skim coats. Professional concrete contractors use these tools. They cost around $150 for pro-grade. This was a steal and essential to a multi-pour skim. I’m a common name kind of gal. Pine tree vs Pinus.
Are you saying if we install LVP over existing tile, we need to fill in grout lines? I got 3 bids and none of them mentioned having to do that. Please advise
@@darinkent-sv7ci You should follow the installation instructions of your LVP manufacturer. Many of them will crack if installed over tile with wide grout lines like in the video. Some will be fine but they are often more expensive. I’d definitely research what products they are quoting for your job to be sure.
Maybe I missed it but what do you do with the door of the room. doesn't it just spill out?
You can apply a line of spray foam on the floor to form a dam. Make sure the foam is taller than your pour.
I thought for vinyl plank you could use some OSB boards to level the floor instead of pouring levelling compound over the tiles.
That would just raise the floor, new underlayment wouldn’t make it flat.
You could do other methods. This was quick and easy. I also wanted to test this method out and the product. A+
I have a very similar tile and want to put vinyl over it...do you think it would be enough to just use the primer and fill the grouts? Maybe sand down the area where it is too high? It's the entire common area over 1100 sqft with lots of corners, walkways, etc. I think the self-leveling compound just seems too much work and messy.
Self leveling is the easiest route. 1100 sq ft is a large area. Filling and sanding will be far more labor intensive and the results will be less uniform. I’ve watched DIY videos on filling and it’s very uneven from my perspective.
For a 12 x 12 room would I just need 150 pound bag of self leveling cement
You can check the manufacturer’s recommendations based on the thickness you need.
what did you do near the door so it didn’t spill out
@@matthewyanez6542 spray foam in a line built up a bit.
Where do u get the pink form edging or whatever it’s called? Trying to find but no luck.
I have a link in the description box to my Amazon store. It has a section on Floor Levelling with everything I used. If you are good with spray foam you can also use that on its own. The pink sill gasket is in case anyone misses a spot so you can rest easy. Both options are good.
@@DaruDhillonthank u so very much!!
Can you do that but just to leave the floor like that and then paint over it
@@ivonnebeltran1633 yes you can. It also looks good as concrete for anyone who likes the look.
Thank you
What do you do with the sill gasket after the compound dries?
I trim it back with a utility knife at the base. If you feel confident using spray foam you can also just do that alone. Gasket is insurance if you’re unsure or so you don’t miss anything. Thanks for the question! Hope that helps.
Wow 😮😮
@@segawasalim-k5z ❤️
We have painted plywood floors that are not very level and will need floor leveler at some point before a final flooring option can be put on top. Can this be applied over painted plywood?
Yes they can. You have to make sure the self-levelling compound you choose is designed for use over plywood and the primer too. The one in this video is not for plywood but I’d do the same steps. Remember to use a lot of spray foam around your toilet flange and doorway.
@@DaruDhillon and is it ok that the plywood has paint on it?
@@ableaquariums5480 if your paint is in good shape not a problem. I sand over any loose paint.
@@DaruDhillon Thank you.
Only two bags?
It’s a light skim. I used more off camera.
Do you leave ur foam ?
Yes. I trim back the pink stuff after it's pored. That's it!
I used the spike roller and a squeegee but my floor still has waves and isn't level. Oh well 🤷🏼♂️
You have a good attitude about it. I’m sure you learned something in the process. I feel you!
There’s a special rake with 2 pins at the end and you can drop the pin like 4mm so you get the perfect 4mm thickness over your entire floor
@@shahnjordan7890 Good to know. Thanks for sharing your experience.
She’s a strong women’s I know is a lot of guys can’t even carry a 50lbs bag
Thanks!
1/ 50 pound bag
i ripped up old linoleum and there's a sticky uneven mess under it. do i have to scrape or sand it down or can i put other sticky tiles over it as is. i don't want to level....
I would scrape, clean or sand down the mess. Adhesives will stick best to clean surfaces even. If your floor has a gentle slope it should be ok.
@@DaruDhillon drag. i was afraid of that
@@torontorox your intuition was right.
Do you need a husband?
Ljepotica!!!
What is the pink stuff that goes around the perimeter of the room and where do I get it?
It’s a sill gasket. There’s a link in the description. You don’t have to use it. You can just use spray foam. It’s added defence in case you miss a spot.