Feasibility: self-leveling concrete next to plywood subfloor buildup
I’m preparing a bedroom floor (10×15 ft) for new flooring.
My plan:
· A 4 ft wide × 15 ft long strip will be built up with two layers of ½" plywood (total 1" height).
· The remaining 6 ft wide × 15 ft long section will be leveled with self-leveling concrete, tapering from 1" thick (adjacent to the plywood) down to 0" thick on the far side.
Question:
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Is this a reliable method, or will the 1" thick feathered edge of self-leveler next to the plywood cause problems (cracking, separation, etc.)?
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Should I use a primer/bonding agent over the entire slab before pouring the self-leveler?
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How do I best manage the transition line between the two materials to avoid height mismatch or movement?
Looking for advice from those who’ve tried something similar. Thanks!
Posted Jan 14, 2026, 3:11 AM UTC