Great vid and product! How do you smoothen a surface that has an incline (i.e. 40mm across 6m)? K301 looks like the exact right product to create a smooth slab to receive epoxy/resin, but unsure if it will just run down slope? Do you modify the mix, or are there different products for that purpose?
Thank you Rob, certainly it has a cement based formula, so it can be used with suitable epoxy coatings, just double check with your resin manufacturer guidelines.
is there an example use on a driveway? and can a texture be applied like you would with a concrete slab? whats the max area that can be poured in one go?
Thanks for your nice comment, if there are any ARDEX products you'd like to see demonstrated, or building issues we could address in regards to flooring, tiling or waterproofing, let us know and we'll look to make some for you.
Great question. At -40°F, even our overlays would want a warm cup of cocoa before getting to work. Unfortunately, this product needs 5°C (41°F) or higher to perform at its best. If only you could convince winter to take a vacation!
Yes, ARDEX K301 will smooth and level concrete surfaces such as balconies, patios, domestic driveways, garages, walkways and other concrete surfaces exposed to normal foot and rubber wheeled traffic. For external applications, after suitable surface preparation, prime with ARDEX P 51 Primer diluted 1:7 with clean water, and applied with a brush or broom. For more information please refer to the technical data sheet ardex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ARDEX-K-301.pdf
@@mndlgh Feel free to call our head office on 01440 714939 and we can put you in touch with Steve Davies, our national Training Manager (the one in the video) who's happy to talk you through it.
@@mndlgh Don’t be nervous just make sure you mix it nice and thin no lumps and make sure you measure the water out correctly sometimes it helps to add slightly more water but only slightly. Prime the floor so there is no dust or small stones start in one corner I’ll leave your way out of the room it doesn’t take long
In general, “no”. A painted floor refers to anything on a floor that resembles paint and can include a variety of finishes ranging from acrylic or chlorinated rubber paints, which are generally used in domestic properties, to epoxy-based coatings more common in industrial locations. Before applying an ARDEX K 301 we recommend the removal of the “painted finish” to reveal a sound substrate without barriers to adhesion. This is because even though the K 301 may adhere to the “paint”, the bond of the “paint” to the substrate may not be strong enough and could lead to a failure in the floor. In situations where a contractor deems the “painted finish” sound and wishes to apply ARDEX K 301 directly to the “painted finish”, a trial area is always recommended and the contractor is accepting all responsibility that the bond of the “painted finish” is sufficient for the end-use.
Hi Casey, the movement that caused the cracks may also crack any resurfacing compound applied directly on top. It's important to repair the cracks first with an epoxy such as ARDEX P 10 SR Rapid Hardening Crack Repair Kit. This can be sand blinded to receive the K301 after.
K 301 is suitable for driveways and can level from 2mm to 20mm in a single application. if working on a gradient, mix one bag with approximately 4 litres of water depending upon the gradient required.
Unfortunately not due to the potential movement between slabs which will cause cracking in the hardened ARDEX K301 compound. The substrate must be hard, sound, thoroughly cleaned, free of all oil, grease, curing compounds and other barriers to adhesion.
Hi, would you be able to let me know what volume of bucket I'd need for mixing a 25kg bag of K301 with 5.25 litres of water? Will a 25 litre bucket do the job?
25kg of ARDEX K301 mixed with 5.25 litres of water would provide 15.6 litres of mixed mortar. We would recommend our 32 litre bucket to avoid spillages when mixing.
Hi Mark, if you contact ARDEX France, on info@ardex-france.fr or call +33 1 30 11 21 65 they should give you your closest supplier. www.ardex-france.fr/produits/enduits-de-ragreage-pour-sols/ardex-k-301/
Hi B Rad, thanks for the question, we used 5 bags for this project. Consumption is 1.6kg of K301 powder per m² per mm deep. So for a typical garage of say 15m² we'd estimate 4-6 bags depending on thickness and quality of the existing substrate.
Hi Beata, thanks for your question. When it's mixed at a thin 1:7 and allowed to dry, you'll run the risk of getting more pinholes/air bubbles in the K301. The heavier dilution allows the primer to penetrate the dry concrete and release more of the trapped air.
Hello. I have a couple of K301 questions and would be grateful if you could help, please. 1) Is a garage classed as "internal dry" or "external" in terms of the Product Data Sheet? The P51 dilution rates are very different. "Internal dry" is 1:1. "External" is 1:7. I would have thought a garage was "Internal dry" but the video shows a dilution rate of 1:7? 2) How long do you need to leave the A46 patched areas to "go off" before applying K301? Thank you Chris
Hi Chris, thanks for your questions. Q1: We typically treat a garage as external, because there is the possibility of rain water coming in on vehicles, or seeping under doors etc. In this case, it was more of a carport, so we went with 1:7. When it's mixed at a thin 1:7 and allowed to dry, you'll run the risk of getting more pinholes/air bubbles in the K301. The heavier dilution allows the primer to penetrate the dry concrete and release more of the trapped air. Q2: The A46 should be hard/walkable prior to applying the P51 and K301 which will be approximately four hours.
Hi, I’m doing my garage up at the moment and my the floor is awful it’s not level and on a slope with rocky bits everywhere and I want to get it done, how much do you charge for people to come out and do this for you?
We can't give a price for local contractors, but for slight gradients you can reduce the water content down to a minimum of 4 litres to help reduce flow.
Hi Lotus, as 1nayls says, something like an angle grinder with a wire brush attachment, or mechanical floor scrubber or floor scarifier. We wouldn't recommend a chemical paint stripper just in case it reacts with the subsequent application.
Unfortunately couldn’t use Ardex product so attempted with LevelQuik RS. I’ll say this video makes it look way more beginner friendly than it is. Ended up with really wavy finish even with a finishing trowel. Better than where it started but not happy with results. Will have to hire a pro to get done right.
Hi I had panned using k301 a few years ago and I'm still interested in what looks like a great product. Can you tell me how long it lasts outside approximately before a need for re application (I live in London for an idea weather exposure) and when it breaks down how does this occur does it peel like paint?. Also the area I need to cover has a smooth transitional curve over a 7 foot radius. So in effect I would be working steeply up hill on that , How would it manage this? and lastly could I put anything like your water proof swimming pool coating to extend the life and make it even more durable. it needs to remain as smooth as possible. thanks.
Hi Ant, thanks for your question. With the correct application and stable substrate (does not crack or move), it should last as long as concrete outside. In another video Steve applies it to a garden path on a slight slope by holding back on some of the water for mixing. th-cam.com/video/8U0Xh98oSQs/w-d-xo.html. It can be sealed, painted or used with suitable resin coatings.
Ardex K 301 is available to order through Travis Perkins, Resapol, EPMS, Precon and Kestral Construction, and possibly available to order through your local builders merchants if they have an account with ARDEX.
couldn't you get a ring to prevent the product from entering within a diameter of the drain... pour a special thicker mix for that area you can manipulate when it's partially dry? then do a nice looking top coat over that or something, just brainstorming
Thanks for the question Daisy, we haven't tested it with mortar pigmentations, so couldn't recommend it. But certainly something we'll consider looking into.
Hi Infinx and Khawar, we can only supply from India, but for more information, please contact our Global Project Services team on globalps@ardexgroup.com They may know of some distributors in Pakistan.
Hi Scott, we used 5 bags for this project. The usage is 1.6kg of K301 powder per m² per mm deep. So for a typical garage of say 15m² we'd estimate 4-6 bags depending on thickness and quality of the existing substrate.
@@wiillthebarbertv9415 Cool, so that's about 26 square metres which would be 9 bags at 5mm. We have a coverage calculator on most of our product pages. So if you go to ardex.co.uk/product/ardex-k-301/ and scroll down to calculator you can enter your numbers to get the number of bags you need.
In the UK, we only use ARDEX K301 for rubber wheeled traffic in domestic driveways, garages etc. Not commercial environments for heavy loads. However, with the strength of the product (C30/F7) it would be strong enough for light workshop use.
I am trying to build a level weightlifting platform in my garage. My platform is already built. It is 8x11 feet. If I made an 8x11 frame and poured this into it, would that work? Just as a level concrete pad to put my platform on and do some heavy lifting.
It would work, but we'd recommend some kind of protective topping, for your grip and to protect the floor. As with most cementitious subfaces it can be prone to chip, from sheer forces.
Hi Rob, good question. Like most concrete, there is a risk the surface will be damaged if it's subjected to very low temperatures whilst setting. K301 needs to be kept about 5°C until it's fully hardened before it's subject to freezing temperatures. You'll find most cementitious products will need to be protected against adverse climatic conditions as they set, so make sure its protected against rapid air flow, direct sunlight and frost etc. If there is a risk of frost at night times. I'd install it as early in the morning as conditions allow, as the harder it is, the best chance it will withstand the cold.
Hi Benjamin, we used 5 bags for this project. Consumption is 1.6kg of K301 powder per m² per mm deep. So for a typical garage of say 15m² we'd estimate 4-6 bags depending on thickness and quality of the existing substrate.
I’ve got a 30x 60 room that has at least 3 inch of fall to the center of room I do floor coatings a lot but not sure how to keep up mixing with a product and getting it down unless I just do it sections and pour back into the last batch then any high spots just grind it even .. only problem is most levelers are to soft to grind after install..
Hi Greg, if you're looking to level the 3" fall we'd recommend using a slurry bonded screed cement first, then finish with the K 301. Something like ARDEX A 29 screed bonded with ARDEX A 18. If you need to keep the fall, you can hold back on the water mix for K 301 to 4.5 to 4.75 litres per bag, which can help hold it back on mild slopes. Feel free to get in touch with some photos and more details and we can have someone call you to help further: info@ardex.co.uk
@@ARDEXUK I appreciate your thoughts I’ll look at this product and yes a heavy slurry is what sounds like the right way to go .. I’ll send you a few photos soon as I’m there next few days .. Thank you for thoughts and info .
Steve, Great video. I’ve thought about doing my garage floor for some time but never had the courage. I felt your video using K301 on a path was too easy so pleased to see it used on a garage floor, perhaps the most common usage for a DIYer. A few of questions if I may: Primer: Different to that used for the path and no sand blinding. Is the method you show preferred for garage floors? Spiked Roller: Do you use it for each pour to blend the current pour with the previous? (Clearly you can’t go over the whole floor at the end.) Time: Roughly how long did it take to apply the K301? I’ve always been concerned that for the DIYer the Working Time is rather short.
Hi Ian, thanks for your comments. If you have a garage where the car is driving in and out pretty straight, Ardex P 51 will be fine. If you expect the floor to be subject to lots of heavy turning, go for the stronger option of Ardex R3E sand blinded.
It can help spread the product faster, and the process allows you to better check the depths and coverage across the floor. Most self levellers have a degree of viscosity, which can be affected by the roughness of the substrate.
You re-surfaced the heck out of that . Nice one.
This is a video confidents boosted so easy
A freshly self-levelled floor tales some beating for satisfaction
Great vid and product! How do you smoothen a surface that has an incline (i.e. 40mm across 6m)?
K301 looks like the exact right product to create a smooth slab to receive epoxy/resin, but unsure if it will just run down slope? Do you modify the mix, or are there different products for that purpose?
If working on a gradient, mix one bag with approximately 4 litres of water depending upon the gradient required.
Can you put a decorative epoxy finish over the top of this?
Yes, it can take suitable epoxy resins, just check with the epoxy manufacturer first about compatibility with cementitious levellers.
Thanks for the great video. Can I apply epoxy floor covering once this is cured?
Thank you Rob, certainly it has a cement based formula, so it can be used with suitable epoxy coatings, just double check with your resin manufacturer guidelines.
Great Product... Thanks for Posting.
is there an example use on a driveway? and can a texture be applied like you would with a concrete slab? whats the max area that can be poured in one go?
I would also like to know the answer to this
Show us how this is done on driveway concrete....
That was amazing well done!
Thank you AA Man
Thanks for the video. Needs more video of your product 👍👍
Thanks for your nice comment, if there are any ARDEX products you'd like to see demonstrated, or building issues we could address in regards to flooring, tiling or waterproofing, let us know and we'll look to make some for you.
Not sure if these thin overlays would work here in ND ? -40 F
Great question. At -40°F, even our overlays would want a warm cup of cocoa before getting to work. Unfortunately, this product needs 5°C (41°F) or higher to perform at its best. If only you could convince winter to take a vacation!
very good work sir
Many thanks Chitrali
Hi can this be used on uneven concrete outside . Also parts of the concrete courtyard I'm planning to do are off level .
Yes, ARDEX K301 will smooth and level concrete surfaces such as balconies, patios, domestic driveways, garages, walkways and other concrete surfaces exposed to normal foot and rubber wheeled traffic. For external applications, after suitable surface preparation, prime with ARDEX P 51 Primer diluted 1:7 with clean water, and applied with a brush or broom. For more information please refer to the technical data sheet ardex.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ARDEX-K-301.pdf
Nice.
When this dries up can I apply epoxy flooring over this?
Yes, you can apply an appropriate epoxy floor covering or floor paint to finish.
What is the American equivalent of this product? Thanks!
You can get in touch with our US team here www.ardexamericas.com
@@ARDEXUK thank you
@@DriveBetter www.ardexamericas.com/product/ardex-k-301/
I would love to know how long this took beginning to end! It looked like it was a quick job.
It took one day to shoot, but Steve says he'd schedule about 4 hours, pending on how clean the original floor was.
@@ARDEXUK I have all of the equipment and the original slab is all cleaned up. At this point, I’m just nervous to do it. Lol. Thank you for the reply!
@@mndlgh Feel free to call our head office on 01440 714939 and we can put you in touch with Steve Davies, our national Training Manager (the one in the video) who's happy to talk you through it.
@@mndlgh Don’t be nervous just make sure you mix it nice and thin no lumps and make sure you measure the water out correctly sometimes it helps to add slightly more water but only slightly. Prime the floor so there is no dust or small stones start in one corner I’ll leave your way out of the room it doesn’t take long
Yep they have 15mins to get it down.
My garage floor is painted with floor paint which is warn in patches. Can I use this product on top of the paint?
In general, “no”. A painted floor refers to anything on a floor that resembles paint and can include a variety of finishes ranging from acrylic or chlorinated rubber paints, which are generally used in domestic properties, to epoxy-based coatings more common in industrial locations. Before applying an ARDEX K 301 we recommend the removal of the “painted finish” to reveal a sound substrate without barriers to adhesion. This is because even though the K 301 may adhere to the “paint”, the bond of the “paint” to the substrate may not be strong enough and could lead to a failure in the floor.
In situations where a contractor deems the “painted finish” sound and wishes to apply ARDEX K 301 directly to the “painted finish”, a trial area is always recommended and the contractor is accepting all responsibility that the bond of the “painted finish” is sufficient for the end-use.
Thank you, very informative.
Is it possible to use this outside in my backyard? Thanks
Yes, it can be used externally too.
Can i use this to fix a conrete slab veranda thats got big cracks through it
Hi Casey, the movement that caused the cracks may also crack any resurfacing compound applied directly on top. It's important to repair the cracks first with an epoxy such as ARDEX P 10 SR Rapid Hardening Crack Repair Kit. This can be sand blinded to receive the K301 after.
Anyone know how to remove the wood pole that blocks the concrete from going further at the end? will that be stuck with the concrete ?
Ours came away fairly easily on the day. It shouldn't be a concern.
Will this work on a driveway which is on a slight incline? Or does the floor have to be completely level?
K 301 is suitable for driveways and can level from 2mm to 20mm in a single application. if working on a gradient, mix one bag with approximately 4 litres of water depending upon the gradient required.
Can this be used over patio slabs?
Unfortunately not due to the potential movement between slabs which will cause cracking in the hardened ARDEX K301 compound. The substrate must be hard, sound, thoroughly cleaned, free of all oil, grease, curing compounds and other barriers to adhesion.
Hi, would you be able to let me know what volume of bucket I'd need for mixing a 25kg bag of K301 with 5.25 litres of water? Will a 25 litre bucket do the job?
No, I did the same, you will run out of room in the bucket and cause yourself time and trouble, get something larger and you will be fine.
25kg of ARDEX K301 mixed with 5.25 litres of water would provide 15.6 litres of mixed mortar. We would recommend our 32 litre bucket to avoid spillages when mixing.
Good technique sir exilent
Can this compound receive epoxy floor paint finishes?
Yes, ARDEX K 301 can receive epoxy paint finishes, no problem, just follow the instructions on the tin.
Those dogs running in at 1:52 and ruining the entire job really had me laughing hysterically.
Not true, so that's a paw' comment!
Is this product available in France? Thank you.
Hi Mark, if you contact ARDEX France, on
info@ardex-france.fr or call +33 1 30 11 21 65 they should give you your closest supplier. www.ardex-france.fr/produits/enduits-de-ragreage-pour-sols/ardex-k-301/
Hi I am commercial floor installer by trade so I am very familiar with ardex products. Approximately how many bags did it take to do this project?
Hi B Rad, thanks for the question, we used 5 bags for this project. Consumption is 1.6kg of K301 powder per m² per mm deep. So for a typical garage of say 15m² we'd estimate 4-6 bags depending on thickness and quality of the existing substrate.
@@ARDEXUK appreciate your timely response. I'm from the u.s. but I can do the conversion. Thanks again and great vid.
Is there any particular reason why you didn't allow the sealer to completely dry ? Is this for adhesion purposes ?
Cheers 👍
Hi Beata, thanks for your question. When it's mixed at a thin 1:7 and allowed to dry, you'll run the risk of getting more pinholes/air bubbles in the K301. The heavier dilution allows the primer to penetrate the dry concrete and release more of the trapped air.
@@ARDEXUK thank you 👍
Hello. I have a couple of K301 questions and would be grateful if you could help, please.
1) Is a garage classed as "internal dry" or "external" in terms of the Product Data Sheet? The P51 dilution rates are very different. "Internal dry" is 1:1. "External" is 1:7. I would have thought a garage was "Internal dry" but the video shows a dilution rate of 1:7?
2) How long do you need to leave the A46 patched areas to "go off" before applying K301?
Thank you
Chris
Hi Chris, thanks for your questions. Q1: We typically treat a garage as external, because there is the possibility of rain water coming in on vehicles, or seeping under doors etc. In this case, it was more of a carport, so we went with 1:7. When it's mixed at a thin 1:7 and allowed to dry, you'll run the risk of getting more pinholes/air bubbles in the K301. The heavier dilution allows the primer to penetrate the dry concrete and release more of the trapped air. Q2: The A46 should be hard/walkable prior to applying the P51 and K301 which will be approximately four hours.
@@ARDEXUK That's great. That you very much for your help.
Hi, I’m doing my garage up at the moment and my the floor is awful it’s not level and on a slope with rocky bits everywhere and I want to get it done, how much do you charge for people to come out and do this for you?
We can't give a price for local contractors, but for slight gradients you can reduce the water content down to a minimum of 4 litres to help reduce flow.
Any tips on removing old, flaking paint from the floor?
Floor grinder
Hi Lotus, as 1nayls says, something like an angle grinder with a wire brush attachment, or mechanical floor scrubber or floor scarifier. We wouldn't recommend a chemical paint stripper just in case it reacts with the subsequent application.
Unfortunately couldn’t use Ardex product so attempted with LevelQuik RS. I’ll say this video makes it look way more beginner friendly than it is. Ended up with really wavy finish even with a finishing trowel. Better than where it started but not happy with results. Will have to hire a pro to get done right.
We're sorry to hear that, as I understand it, LevelQuik RS is based on a Calcium Aluminate, a little different to ARDEX K 301.
I was watching and thinking the same. Im planning to use a rake and spine roller. Ive never been able to get a flat floor with just the trowel
Hi I had panned using k301 a few years ago and I'm still interested in what looks like a great product. Can you tell me how long it lasts outside approximately before a need for re application (I live in London for an idea weather exposure) and when it breaks down how does this occur does it peel like paint?.
Also the area I need to cover has a smooth transitional curve over a 7 foot radius. So in effect I would be working steeply up hill on that , How would it manage this? and lastly could I put anything like your water proof swimming pool coating to extend the life and make it even more durable. it needs to remain as smooth as possible. thanks.
Hi Ant, thanks for your question. With the correct application and stable substrate (does not crack or move), it should last as long as concrete outside. In another video Steve applies it to a garden path on a slight slope by holding back on some of the water for mixing. th-cam.com/video/8U0Xh98oSQs/w-d-xo.html. It can be sealed, painted or used with suitable resin coatings.
Can a resin coat be laid over this product?
Hi Rustyrob, yes, it can be sealed, painted or used with suitable resin coatings.
Did that concrete floor have a DPM
I believe there was polyethylene sheeting under the concrete floor in this garage/car port.
@@ARDEXUK do you have a product that you could use to give a DPM prior to pouring a self levelling option?
@@Zeus_1983 Sure, ARDEX offer a range of DPM solutions: ardex.co.uk/products/damp-proof-membranes/
Can you mix the Ardex K 301 with S.B.R latex ?
Hi Kelvinlord, ARDEX K 301 should only be mixed with water.
I need to know about how much a bag this product is ?
Ardex K 301 is available to order through Travis Perkins, Resapol, EPMS, Precon and Kestral Construction, and possibly available to order through your local builders merchants if they have an account with ARDEX.
Would like to see what it looks like a couple years later
The garage owner decided to finish the surface with a sand blinded resin, so we'd be interested too.
what if you added a drain in the center ? what would you do with self leveling to slope it? thicken it up?
couldn't you get a ring to prevent the product from entering within a diameter of the drain... pour a special thicker mix for that area you can manipulate when it's partially dry? then do a nice looking top coat over that or something, just brainstorming
@@Erick_The_Green thats really good idea. what would prevent the top coat from chipping away
You can hold a bit of water back from the mix to create a gradient, or use ARDEX A 46 to create a fall.
@@Erick_The_Green your create a dam farther out of the drain say 2-4’ around and then trowel that area in with thicker material.
Why didn’t you mix some colour in it too?
Thanks for the question Daisy, we haven't tested it with mortar pigmentations, so couldn't recommend it. But certainly something we'll consider looking into.
Is it available in Pakistan?
Looking for the same answer. But I think there are some similar options
Hi Infinx and Khawar, we can only supply from India, but for more information, please contact our Global Project Services team on globalps@ardexgroup.com They may know of some distributors in Pakistan.
How many bags???
Hi Scott, we used 5 bags for this project. The usage is 1.6kg of K301 powder per m² per mm deep. So for a typical garage of say 15m² we'd estimate 4-6 bags depending on thickness and quality of the existing substrate.
@@ARDEXUK thanks, I'm looking to do something with mine soon. 14ftw × 20ftL,
@@wiillthebarbertv9415 Cool, so that's about 26 square metres which would be 9 bags at 5mm. We have a coverage calculator on most of our product pages. So if you go to ardex.co.uk/product/ardex-k-301/ and scroll down to calculator you can enter your numbers to get the number of bags you need.
@@ARDEXUK awesome thanks , Im going to wait till spring and buy the material over the winter
Is this product available in Pakistan.
Please check out the global ARDEX website to find details of your local office www.ardex.com
Will this crack if I do this on a mechanic shop ?
Curious as well. Did you find out?
@@markward244 no I did not. Been holding off on doing it
In the UK, we only use ARDEX K301 for rubber wheeled traffic in domestic driveways, garages etc. Not commercial environments for heavy loads. However, with the strength of the product (C30/F7) it would be strong enough for light workshop use.
Where can I buy this product
Hi Shane, you can order it through Travis Perkins, or more specialist merchants such as SIG, Precon, or Resapol.
Are there any US distributors of this product?
Sure:
- Summit Flooring Supply
- Fishman Flooring Solutions
- Tom Duffy
- Masonry & Tool Supply
- Diamond Hard Solutions - Canada
I am trying to build a level weightlifting platform in my garage. My platform is already built. It is 8x11 feet. If I made an 8x11 frame and poured this into it, would that work? Just as a level concrete pad to put my platform on and do some heavy lifting.
Preach, I installed everything then put my bar down and watcvhed it roll out the room... should have done my homework :)
It would work, but we'd recommend some kind of protective topping, for your grip and to protect the floor. As with most cementitious subfaces it can be prone to chip, from sheer forces.
Is this available in Canada? 🙄
Hi Ercan, Diamond Hard Solutions supply it in Canada
No way I could do this myself.How much to come out ??
Hello! Will K301 cure when night time temps are approaching 0°C?
Hi Rob, good question. Like most concrete, there is a risk the surface will be damaged if it's subjected to very low temperatures whilst setting. K301 needs to be kept about 5°C until it's fully hardened before it's subject to freezing temperatures. You'll find most cementitious products will need to be protected against adverse climatic conditions as they set, so make sure its protected against rapid air flow, direct sunlight and frost etc. If there is a risk of frost at night times. I'd install it as early in the morning as conditions allow, as the harder it is, the best chance it will withstand the cold.
Hi, how much would you charge to do this whole process please? Do you have an email I can ask you for a quote please?
How much K301 was needed for this project? Our garage is similar in size so just want to make sure I’m estimating the right amount
Hi Benjamin, we used 5 bags for this project. Consumption is 1.6kg of K301 powder per m² per mm deep. So for a typical garage of say 15m² we'd estimate 4-6 bags depending on thickness and quality of the existing substrate.
I need my kitchen doing.
We have some great levellers for internal rooms which would be better suited: ardex.co.uk/products/self-levelling-compound/
I’ve got a 30x 60 room that has at least 3 inch of fall to the center of room I do floor coatings a lot but not sure how to keep up mixing with a product and getting it down unless I just do it sections and pour back into the last batch then any high spots just grind it even .. only problem is most levelers are to soft to grind after install..
Hi Greg, if you're looking to level the 3" fall we'd recommend using a slurry bonded screed cement first, then finish with the K 301. Something like ARDEX A 29 screed bonded with ARDEX A 18. If you need to keep the fall, you can hold back on the water mix for K 301 to 4.5 to 4.75 litres per bag, which can help hold it back on mild slopes. Feel free to get in touch with some photos and more details and we can have someone call you to help further: info@ardex.co.uk
@@ARDEXUK I appreciate your thoughts I’ll look at this product and yes a heavy slurry is what sounds like the right way to go .. I’ll send you a few photos soon as I’m there next few days .. Thank you for thoughts and info .
Seriously 20 minutes work on my own
Steve, Great video. I’ve thought about doing my garage floor for some time but never had the courage. I felt your video using K301 on a path was too easy so pleased to see it used on a garage floor, perhaps the most common usage for a DIYer.
A few of questions if I may:
Primer: Different to that used for the path and no sand blinding. Is the method you show preferred for garage floors?
Spiked Roller: Do you use it for each pour to blend the current pour with the previous? (Clearly you can’t go over the whole floor at the end.)
Time: Roughly how long did it take to apply the K301? I’ve always been concerned that for the DIYer the Working Time is rather short.
Hi Ian, thanks for your comments. If you have a garage where the car is driving in and out pretty straight, Ardex P 51 will be fine. If you expect the floor to be subject to lots of heavy turning, go for the stronger option of Ardex R3E sand blinded.
I need to do a garage floor too. So is this product OK to walk on and paint when fully cured.
Thanks
@@NoPlus500 Sorry for the late reply. Yes it is. 😀
i guess Im pretty randomly asking but does anybody know of a good website to stream newly released tv shows online ?
@Gus Khari Flixportal :)
Does this need sealing ?
Hi cjtathome, you can leave it smooth/bare, or brush it for a textured finish, or seal it with a suitable resin for added protection.
on wet primer ? tut tut
Hi Ryan, the wet primer helps stop the dry substrate from pulling the moisture out of the setting mortar.
Never understand why guys still use the trowel, pour it & spike roller it & job done.
It can help spread the product faster, and the process allows you to better check the depths and coverage across the floor. Most self levellers have a degree of viscosity, which can be affected by the roughness of the substrate.
@@ARDEXUK a trowel will never ever get slc as flat as a spike roller can if you know what your doing.
Around and over £50 a bag, no thanks.
You can pick this up at around £34 net
downvoted. music is unnecessarily loud.
Thanks for the feedback. We can't change it on the video now unfortunately, but will take note for future videos.
Picky picky picky.
I've got volume control...