Monday, January 24, 2011

Cement Based Floor Leveling Compounds

Concrete Repair Self Leveling Floor Underlayments:
We Want To Level With You!
With the proliferation of "self leveling" underlayment manufacturing in recent years, it is no wonder that we are receiving more calls than ever for technical advice from contractors who decided to try leveling on their own, only to wind up with disastrous results. While some project installations are within the reach of some contractors, most jobs over about 150 square feet are a different matter altogether.

The very chemical composition of self leveling underlayments, which make them strong and durable, also make them very difficult to install.  The product cures quickly, primarily due to the catalyst drying technology which limits the initial working time of our products to about seven minutes. Added to the problem is the unenviable position of some underlayment manufacturers need to sell their product based on "ease of installation."

While some companies are very good with regard to product performance (Prospec being one) and technical support, many of the newcomers have a surprising lack of knowledge about their own product. Covalt Floor Leveling & concrete repair of Southern California has been a leader in this very specialized field for over 28 years. For product specification and material installation call Covalt Floor Leveling at (949) 496-3528