Uploaded September 2023 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
In this video, I will demonstrate an affordable method for levelling floors using Mapei Novoplan 2 Plus prior to installing hardwood or laminate flooring.
00:35 - How to check level with a straight edge.
01:16:05 - How to apply a primer.
03:00:01 - Here are the steps to properly install gasket foam and apply silicon for leak protection.
04:13:07 - How much water is needed for the self-levelling compound?
05:33:24 - How to use a straight edge and trowel for spreading self-levelling compound.
07:53:20 - How to use spiked shoes.
08:36:12 - Sliding backwards straight edge for smoothing surface.
08:57:11 - Rolling out self-levelling compound for making perfect surface.
Previous MrYoucandoityourself DIY video: New Technique for Laminate Installation Light Stair Tread With Brown Riser -
youtu.be/rHWC9tLdYRk
TOOLS IN THIS VIDEO:
- Mapei Self Leveler Plus / Mapei Novoplan 2 Plus
- Mapei Primer L
- Foam Seal Roll - amzn.to/2i3ydAh
- Spike Roller - amzn.to/2hTv8iP
- Concrete Leveling Straight Edge 10 Ft. - amzn.to/2hNKhFj
- Concrete Finishing Trowel - amzn.to/2i3DMP9
- Hammer Tacker - amzn.to/2i3kWaL
- 1/2-Inch Staples - amzn.to/2h5UCwB
- Caulk Plus Silicone - amzn.to/2i9pR63
- Turbo blade grinding wheel 7 inch - amzn.to/3XOeVj4
- Dewalt angle grinder 7 inch - amzn.to/3F8jZY6
- Dust Shroud for 7 Inch Angle Grinder - amzn.to/3OGatP0
- 4D laser Level - bit.ly/2uVCPfX
- Concrete Leveling tripods - bit.ly/2uVCPfX
- Screed leveling tripods - bit.ly/2uVCPfX
You can find the whole list of MrYoucandoityourself videos here:
youtube.com/user/MrYoucandoityourself/videos
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All MrYoucandoityourself videos are here: youtube.com/Mryoucandoityourself/videos
Visit my website: hardwoodfloorinstallation101.com
In this video, I will demonstrate an affordable method for levelling floors using Mapei Novoplan 2 Plus prior to installing hardwood or laminate flooring.
00:35 - How to check level with a straight edge.
01:16:05 - How to apply a primer.
03:00:01 - Here are the steps to properly install gasket foam and apply silicon for leak protection.
04:13:07 - How much water is needed for the self-levelling compound?
05:33:24 - How to use a straight edge and trowel for spreading self-levelling compound.
07:53:20 - How to use spiked shoes.
08:36:12 - Sliding backwards straight edge for smoothing surface.
08:57:11 - Rolling out self-levelling compound for making perfect surface.
Previous MrYoucandoityourself DIY video: New Technique for Laminate Installation Light Stair Tread With Brown Riser -
youtu.be/rHWC9tLdYRk
TOOLS IN THIS VIDEO:
- Mapei Self Leveler Plus / Mapei Novoplan 2 Plus
- Mapei Primer L
- Foam Seal Roll - amzn.to/2i3ydAh
- Spike Roller - amzn.to/2hTv8iP
- Concrete Leveling Straight Edge 10 Ft. - amzn.to/2hNKhFj
- Concrete Finishing Trowel - amzn.to/2i3DMP9
- Hammer Tacker - amzn.to/2i3kWaL
- 1/2-Inch Staples - amzn.to/2h5UCwB
- Caulk Plus Silicone - amzn.to/2i9pR63
- Turbo blade grinding wheel 7 inch - amzn.to/3XOeVj4
- Dewalt angle grinder 7 inch - amzn.to/3F8jZY6
- Dust Shroud for 7 Inch Angle Grinder - amzn.to/3OGatP0
- 4D laser Level - bit.ly/2uVCPfX
- Concrete Leveling tripods - bit.ly/2uVCPfX
- Screed leveling tripods - bit.ly/2uVCPfX
You can find the whole list of MrYoucandoityourself videos here:
youtube.com/user/MrYoucandoityourself/videos
Subscribe to my main channel if you're not: youtube.com/Mryoucandoityourself
My Facebook: facebook.com/yourhomeflooring
Thank you for watching! If you enjoyed the video, please give it a thumbs up, leave a comment, and add it to your favorites. Sharing this video with your friends, family, and pets would be greatly appreciated as well.
All MrYoucandoityourself videos are here: youtube.com/Mryoucandoityourself/videos
Visit my website: hardwoodfloorinstallation101.com
