What is meant by self leveling?
Self leveling concrete is typically used to create a flat and smooth surface with a compressive strength similar to or higher than that of traditional concrete prior to installing interior floor coverings
Sika® Level-325
Cementitious, self-leveling underlayment for interior and exterior
Sika® Level-325 is a one-component, durable and versatile cementitious underlayment for interior and exterior concrete and cementitious substrates. It can be applied manually or by pump to produce a self-smoothing, rapid-setting and flat substrate prior to the application of a final floor finish. Typical application thickness is 1/8” up to 1-1/2” (3 up to 38 mm).
Usage
- Concrete
- Cement substrates
- Rapid drying cement screed systems
- OSB/Plywood only suitable for flexible coverings
- Ceramic tiles, terrazzo or natural stones
Advantages
- Self-leveling
- Levels new and renovates old floors
- For interior and exterior use
- Manual or pumpable applications
- Excellent underlay for all type of residential and commercial flooring
- Compatible with subfloor heating systems
- Easy installations
- High strength
- Low shrinkage
- Can accept caster wheel loading if the thickness is greater than 1/8’’ (3.2 mm)
- No MVER (Moisture Vapor Emission Rate) limits on well prepared concrete
Application
Application InformationMixing Ratio
4.75 qts (4.5 L)
Fresh mortar density
133 lb/ft3 (2.1 kg/l) | (ASTM C-138) |
Layer Thickness
Min. | Max. | |
Neat | 1/8” (3 mm) | 1-1/2” (38 mm) |
Extended | 1/4” (6 mm) | 3” (76 mm) |
*2″ (50 mm) in localized area
Product Temperature
65–75 °F (18–24 °C)
Ambient Air Temperature
41–86 °F (5–30 °C)
Note: When using water based adhesives on the finished product the best results will be achieved at ambient and substrate temperatures between 59 and 77 °F (15–25 °C).
Relative Air Humidity
< 75 %
Note: The substrate and uncured product applied on the floor, must be at least 5 °F above dew point to reduce the risk of condensation, blooming or cement laitance forming on the surface.
Substrate Temperature
41–86 °F (5–30 °C)
Pot Life
Approx. 20 minutes
As the temperature will affect the pot life, application temperature:
Above 73 °F (23 °C) will reduce the pot life and the working time.
Below 73 °F (23 °C) will extend the pot life and the working time.
Waiting / Recoat Times
Walk-on time: 4 hours
Suitable for overcoating with:
Non moisture sensitive floor covering | 4 hours |
Moisture sensitive floor covering | 24 hours up to 3/8″ (9.5 mm)* |
*Mat test (ASTM D-4263) above 3/8″ (9.5 mm)
The actual times will be affected by changing substrate and ambient conditions, particularly the temperature and relative humidity, plus the thickness of the material applied. When overcoating Sika® Level-325 always ensure the moisture content has achieved the required value for the subsequent floor finish adhesive / product being used, as the necessary waiting time will vary (with the application thickness and ambient humidity). Also please refer to the floor finish / adhesive PDS.
What is in the market?
In the market there are different brands of self leveling, in our case, BCS (building construction solution) We are the authorized distributor of Sika and sell and distribute only Sika Products.
Sika is not a “one solution fits all” supplier. We will work with your design team to understand your facility needs by area and recommend the optimal floor and wall systems taking into consideration your budget, time allowance and esthetic requirements. With a wide range of base resin chemistries to choose from, you can be certain your system meets your immediate and long term needs.
What BCS as Sika Distributor can do for you?
As BCS unique service we can provide this value for your convinience:
- In stock even on weekends
- Delivery even on weekends
- Material supplies in stock
- Regular Train and Capacitation, Job Site Support
- On call Technical Support
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