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What can I use to level a floor?

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Leveling compound will fill in the lowest parts of your floor after you pour it.

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Can self leveling compounds be used over 3/4" plywood?

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Yes, you can use leveling compounds on wooden or concrete subfloors.

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Can you apply another layer over the dried compound if needed? If the floor needs needs more?

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Yes, since you should only add layers that are 1/4-inch thick, you may need to apply additional layers.

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Is there a limit to how uneven your floor can be when using leveling compound?

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There isn't a limit, but if you have severely sunken floors, contact a structural engineer to check if there are underlying issues causing them.

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