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[Sars]

So why is this stuff called self level?

I've heard this stuff can be awkward to use. I think I will need a pro for that part for sure. Might get a quote for the whole job at this rate

 

[Flintstone]

The stone masons aren’t going to be able to fit the insulation, or the heat mat, or do the levelling, or be used to sticking there stones down with a solid thin bed of tile adhesive. Get a tiler in who can do all of these things for you. I know you probably have a good relationship with the stone masons. I’m sure they will understand

 

[Sars]

Well I was going to attempt to doing it myself but the more I look into it the more complex it's getting.
Thanks

 

[Flintstone]

There’s a thread on here by a chap called mp3wizaed called something like ‘how to tile a floor’. Check out his endeavours

 

[Dumbo]

So why is this stuff called self level?

I've heard this stuff can be awkward to use. I think I will need a pro for that part for sure. Might get a quote for the whole job at this rate

To my mind there should be some sort of trade description issue

 

[Flintstone]

It does self level, it’s not water so it’s not gonna perform miracles but if you dig a hole and pour self leveller in, it will set level !

 

[Sars]

Wow localtiler I just read the whole thread you suggested.

Thank you for saving me hundreds if not thousands of pounds. I know of people who have apparently pulled it off but I haven't seen their finished ressult in person and experienced ufh in a previous house that a diyer completed and albeit 6 years later it had to be ripped up and redone.

Mp3wizard was very brave and is a lesson for everyone. Admire his efforts and everyones help on here but i will follow your advice and I will not be attempting this myself, it's an extreme gamble and I'm not into that at the area I am looking to cover.

So next job for me is to get some quotes off the pros and decide whether its worth doing or just wear slippers!!

I am on the Wirral if any of you are interested in providing a quote let me know and we cam discuss over the phone.