the_kim•1mo agoMost Upvoted

Don't trust the 'self-leveling' label on that new underlayment compound

I had a 400 square foot concrete slab in a Phoenix garage that needed a smooth base for LVP. The specs said 'no mixing, just pour and spread'. I lost a whole day and about $300 in material because it set up way too fast in the heat, leaving ridges and a terrible finish. Had to grind it all down and start over with my old reliable brand. Anyone got a go-to compound for hot climate pours?

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blairwhite1mo ago

Try wetting the slab first next time.

the_daniel1mo ago

Feel your pain, I've been that guy watching the bucket harden in the sun. Learned the hard way that "self-leveling" is more of a suggestion in extreme heat. What brand did you end up using that worked?