Overview
Audio for slide 1 (mp3 |6|KB)
One of the most important points to remember when you're preparing a subfloor surface for a coating or topping is that the strength of the bond can only ever be as good as the surface you're bonding to.
This means that anything on the surface that might reduce the bonding strength will need to be removed.
This means that anything on the surface that might reduce the bonding strength will need to be removed.
Completing this section
Audio 4 (mp3 |6|KB)The assignment for this section is designed to test your understanding of the processes involved in preparing subfloors for coatings and toppings.
Have a look at the Assignment now to see what you'll need to do to complete it. You'll find the link in the menu bar.
Also in the menu bar are links to the lessons for this section:
- Checking moisture and pH levels
- Preparing concrete substrates
- Preparing timber substrates
- Tools and equipment
- Health and safety.
These lessons will provide you with background information that will help you with the assignment.
The Just for fun exercise asks you to match up the names and functions of the main tools used to prepare a subfloor and install a topping.