Self-leveling refers to a type of flowable compound (usually cement- or resin-based) that spreads evenly across a floor surface and automatically levels itself out without the need for troweling. It’s used to create a smooth, flat, and level base — especially important before installing flooring like tile, vinyl, carpet, or wood.
Common Uses:
• Fixing uneven or rough subfloors
• Leveling sloped or pitted concrete
• Preparing for vinyl, tile, hardwood, carpet, or epoxy coatings
• Underfloor heating systems (encapsulating heating wires or mats)
• As a finished surface when polished and sealed (in some commercial spaces)