Thanks guys on your previous suggestions to help me figure out my subfloor work. I got the perimeter blocked and supported and laid down a layer of 3/4 today. I did some shimming etc.. to try to get it back to as level as possible, and even though its not “perfectly level” It’s a hell of a lot better. Now I still feel that I need to get the deck closer to “perfect level” before I install the 16″ tile. I’m making up 2″ to the toilet flange, I’m going to lay a layer of 1/2″ over the 3/4 that I put down today and then finish it with 1/2″ hardibacker. Now my question is, is there a good self leveler that I can put down over the plywood to try and get out any low spots I might have. Also should I apply it after the second layer(1/2″) or can I apply now (over the 3/4) and then lay the 1/2″ and 1/2″ hardi. I really want to get this as close to level as I can. Any info on “levelers” would be appreciated. Thanks.
Rick
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If you have a height to meet and have the patience apply wire lathe over the 3/4 use a screed to match your height (level them, a copper pipe or a piece of hardwood works well) Mix up a weak mixture of Portland and pull across your screed. If it is in your budget, lay the tile with flex bond mortar and forget about it until Armageddon