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  1. J

    Levelling compound. Multiple layers

    Hi. I've just used Mapei Ultimate Leveller 1210 to cover a very irregular concrete floor in our house. It's the first time I've done this particular kind of job and I'm quite please with the results. It's a fairly big area at 21 m2. (We'll, I thought it was big. ) We intend on laying laminate...
  2. K

    UK Xl bond self smoothing compound

    Hello, question for tilers using xl bond self smoothing compound. Normally use sika or mapei. Just after your thoughts on the xl bond. Does it have a strong sulpher smell like the ultra pro level 1?
  3. G

    Need to fill a transition seam, thin set or setting compound?

    I need to fill a gap between my cement board and dry wall, my shower tile will run over this seam onto the drywall, this will be a dry area outside my shower. Can I fill the gap with setting compound or should I use thin set, I will be painting the dry wall up to the edge of my beveled end tile...
  4. G

    How to waterproof joint setting compound on a shower wall

    I need to tile a new corner shower stall. I put Hardi waterproof backer board on the wall and used thinset to seal all my seams and screws, also used thinset for my transition seam between the drywall and backer board. I used a setting joint compound (not a pre mix drywall compound) to feather...
    • grantiman
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    • compound former how joint setting shower shower tray wall waterproof wetroom
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Tanking and Wetrooms
  5. S

    Ruined Self-level compound?

    Hi all, So laid some SLC in my hall and kitchen it's not the first time I've done it but this one hasn't gone to plan and was hoping for some opinions on whether it needs ripping up or not? Below is 2 coats of black jack, then a coat of SBR diluted and left to dry with another coat of...
  6. C

    Self levelling compound on top of 100mm insulation

    Will this work? (top to bottom) tiling (one room), 12mm laminate (other room) 19mm T&G chipboard self levelling compound 100mm Kingspan insulation (joints and edges sealed so self levelling does not run below insulation. concrete slab (not level)...
  7. kazzos

    Aquadefense over Joint Compound?

    Hi folks. I hired a guy to hang and prep backerboard around my tub surround, so that I can start tiling it. However, when I came home I discovered that he’d used drywall mud/joint compound not only to connect the drywall to the backboard, but used it to feather down several inches to flatten...
  8. J

    Do I need a Screed/levelling compound?

    Hi, I should start off by stating that I am an experienced DIYer only but have tackled some fairly tricky jobs in the past such as full restoration of Sash windows, rebuilding/insulating a whole suspended floor and various tiling and paving jobs with success. I own a Victorian terrace house...
  9. F

    product question- self levelling compound over fresh concrete

    Hi Does any one know of a self levelling compound, for external use that can be applied on 7 day old concrete? I know for adhesive BAL do the green screed and am looking for something to work with this. Thanks
  10. D

    Self Levelling Compound Has Hairline Cracks After Walking Over It. 20mm Insulation?

    Hi everyone, Hope to get some help and advice please. I have laid down 8mm of self levelling compound on a concrete floor after priming it so it was a good level to work off (I also included an 8mm expansion joint around the perimeter) (Conservatory is 15 years old and area of 14 m2). I then...
    • Deleted member 57709
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    • 20mm boards compound cracks flex hairline insulation insulation boards levelling much over self self levelling self levelling compound
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Tile Adhesive and Grout Advice
  11. R

    Self levelling compound dips

    So I used some Mapei self levelling compound in my bathroom, it looks alright to the bare eye, but when checking with a straight edge (length of laminate in this case) there are still dips in the floor. Do I need more slc, or did I do something wrong? It's hard to tell from the pics, but the...
    • rusty0990
    • Thread
    • compound levelling self self levelling self levelling compound
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: DIY Tiling Forum
  12. G

    What smoothing compound for bitumen adhesive

    Hi Having removed old "marley" tiles there is a residue of bitumen adhesive. What is the best smoothing compound to cover this before laying the tiles? Thanks. Gnasher
  13. A

    floor is running out.

    Guys. If a floor is running out. Would you pack tiles with extra adhesive or use a leveling compound. Thanks in advance.
  14. Andy Allen

    Roller for leveling compound..

    Anyone use a spike roller for leveling floors....??
  15. Andy Allen

    Leveling compound....

    I've been using the t/m rapid leveler, although in the hot weather it goes off to quickly, almost as soon you pour it..! Any recommendations of a leveler that flows as well .........but doesn't go off in 3 seconds.. :)
  16. L

    Kitchen Floor tiling on Latex Self Levelling Compound

    Hi all, needed some advice. Can you fit kitchen floor tiles on a surface made level using a latex self levelling compound. Can you tile straight onto the latex levelled surface or would you need to do something else before laying the tiles. I hope i have been clear and if not apologies as this...
    • londonchap81
    • Thread
    • bathroom canada compound floor floor tiling kitchen kitchen floor latex levelling mixing self self levelling self levelling compound tiling
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Canada Tile Advice
  17. C

    External self levelling ideas?

    Morning guys and gals, Anyone used Wickes products for external levelling? Cheers in advance, Chewie
    • Chewie
    • Thread
    • canada compound external ideas levelling mixing self self levelling
    • Replies: 16
    • Forum: Canada Tile Advice
  18. F

    Preparation What's your favourite levelling compound ?

    Ive used Tilemaster levelflex a lot recently but I'm looking for something that flows better, and behaves better, whats your go to leveller ? Rapid level 30 is the best flowing and the best final finish I've ever known but it's not always suitable with its working time and limited depth. Does...
  19. Beyond the blue

    Leveling compound 'skin'

    I used some Mapei Ultimate leveler 1210 yesterday. Today I've noticed that in an area of it a skin 1mm thick has raised and separated and can easily be scraped off. When I laid it there was quite a lot of air bubbles rising in it and I went over with a steel float to try and get rid of them, now...
  20. Bopster

    2 part self levelling compound

    had a quote back from a supplier for electric ufh and they’ve included 30 bags/bottles of ultra level it 2 slc. Ive used mapei renovation screed recently, what/if are the benefits of 2 bottle/bag?
    • Bopster
    • Thread
    • canada compound levelling mixing self self levelling self levelling compound
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: Canada Tile Advice
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