Should Self-Leveling Underlayment Be Poured Over the Whole Floor or Only Low Spots?
Self-leveling underlayment is becoming increasingly popular for working with uneven concrete floors prior to installing tile, hardwood flooring, luxury vinyl plank, carpet, polished concrete, and many other flooring types. Self-leveling underlayment helps to create a smoother floor, meet flooring manufacturer requirements, and can solve all types of slab problems. One question we commonly get asked […]
When Should You Grind High Spots Instead of Pouring Self-Leveling Underlayment?
Uneven concrete floors can cause problems for nearly every flooring installation. Whether installing tile, hardwood, luxury vinyl plank flooring, carpet, or polished concrete, many flooring projects require the slab to be completely flat before beginning work. Contractors typically have two methods to correct uneven slabs. They can choose to grind down high spots or pour […]