Floor Levling Over Ditra

I decided to apply self leveling compound over ditra let it dry completly and install tiles.

Floor levling over ditra.

Ditra xl is 5 16 7 mm thick to create an even transition between typical 5 16 7 mm thick tile and 3 4 19 mm thick hardwood flooring. My question is can i install the ditra over the floor leveler or do i put down another layer of plywood 1 4 first. What do ya think. Check out my other videos below.

Porcelain floor tile on ditra membrane underlayment. Can i use self leveling compounds over schluter ditra or schluter ditra xl. That why there is no issue with trapping moisture between tiles and ditra. The price difference between the two products.

Ditra xl allows for ceramic tile application over single layer plywood osb subfloors on joists spaced at 24 610 mm o c. Any leveling of the subfloor must be done prior to the installation of the membrane. Leveling has been done for plywood we will install ditra flooring heating. This is a quick video on how to install 12 in.

As mike stated you should probably add a layer of 3 8 or 1 2 plywood over the subfloor to better support the weight. I did have to do a foundation repair and put in piers 3 years ago so makes sense the contractor poured level quick over the top of the ditra heat to level it out. But if it prevents your floor from failing after a few years then it s probably worth it. In addition ditra xl and standard 5 16 tile creates a floor height that is level with standard 3 4 hardwood flooring.

I m interesting in hearing your thoughts before i begin my renovation. It is 6 x7 and the floor slopes a quarter inch over the 6 width. Depending on your joist spacing 3 4 subfloor may not be adequate. My bathroom floor needs some floor leveler well a lot of leveler.

How to install. It would work to self level over a wood subfloor. Ditra and ditra xl were designed and tested for thin bed ceramic tile and natural stone applications. It turns out my floors are running downhill and are out of level by up to 1 1 2 or more.

Allows you to install ceramic tile over a single layer of plywood or osb subfloors on joists with wider spacing such as 24 inches on center. What is your recommendation to install ditra over existing flooring. The subfloor is 5 8 t g plywood joists 2x12 on 12 centers.