Any Help With Levelling A Floor. . . please!

[the bairn]

Hi,

I've got a kitchen floor i need to level off and hoped someone with more knowledge than i, could help! I've been told i need some sort of self levelling product, but have no idea what it is, where to get it, if it's any good etc?? Most importantly, is it something i should try, given my lack of experience, or is there a good chance i'll just make an arse of it.

The other problem with it is, it's about 80% concrete, with the rest being floor boards (used to be access down to cellar i believe) is there a way i could board over these so that it would work, or is it just gonna crack when it sets?? Sorry for so many questions, any help appreciated.

 

[flooringman]

For what purpose do you need to level it - i.e. what material are you going to cover the floor with?

 

[the bairn]

hi,

lino in all probability, in so far as what we're likely to cover it with. If ceramic floor tiles were an option after levelling, then maybe, but think orherwise as it;s not cost effective??

 

[flooringman]

If you are going to lay lino, cushion vinyl or something similar then you will need a good smooth surface to work with.

As you have both concrete and wood to level this will complicate matters.

If the wood area is flush and runs level with the concrete then you would need to use a levelling compound that has flexible properties (eg. F. Balls F 700). If the wood is floorboard i.e. with gaps in, then you are better filling the gaps first to prevent the screed running through.