Fish4Eyes Posted February 10, 2011 Report Share Posted February 10, 2011 I want to lay down laminate flooring in my living room but I have a section where the concrete floor is not flat (has a crest) and it is not allowing the flooring to click together properly, nor does it look good as there is a big hump. The room is already painted so I would hate to to get it all dusty from grinding. Is there such thing as a dustless grinder that you can rent? If not, any other suggestions? Thanks in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUSTER Posted February 10, 2011 Report Share Posted February 10, 2011 You have to grind down high spot or raise low lying area with self leveling cement, little sprinkle of water and shop vac while grinding for dust control. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue pickeral Posted February 10, 2011 Report Share Posted February 10, 2011 Smash the concrete hump with sledge, clean out, re-pour concrete in hole to level? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HTHM Posted February 10, 2011 Report Share Posted February 10, 2011 Carpet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod Caster Posted February 10, 2011 Report Share Posted February 10, 2011 I had the same issue, albeit much worse as the WHOLE floor was uneven. I poored self-leveling concrete over the low spots to even things out. I used nearly 30 bags of it. Although I could have done a better job with the self leveler...it did work well. Sounds like you are in a different position since your place is already mostly built...mine was fully gutted. Like other have suggested, chipping it away might be your best bet (keep dust down)...there are also some types of industrial grinders you can rent, but in my experience they are hard to find and the dust they kick up is quite messy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F7Firecat Posted February 10, 2011 Report Share Posted February 10, 2011 (edited) I got a couple 7 inch dustless diamond grinders I use for epoxy flooring, I live in Caledonia, they will work for you. Ill pm you my number if you are interested. Edited February 10, 2011 by F7Firecat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HTHM Posted February 10, 2011 Report Share Posted February 10, 2011 I got a couple 7 inch dustless diamond grinders I use for epoxy flooring, I live in Caledonia, they will work for you. Ill pm you my number if you are interested. Now there is a fine offer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishhunter Posted February 10, 2011 Report Share Posted February 10, 2011 I work for a rental company. I would like to know the make and model of that 7" diamond gringer that is dustless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F7Firecat Posted February 11, 2011 Report Share Posted February 11, 2011 Give these guys a call talk to Tracy, they sell everything when it comes to dustless grinders and cutters International Surface Preparation Canada, Ltd Toronto Distribution Center 5125 Timberlea Blvd. Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2S3 TF: 866.669.6643 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brkygetr Posted February 11, 2011 Report Share Posted February 11, 2011 Give these guys a call talk to Tracy, they sell everything when it comes to dustless grinders and cutters International Surface Preparation Canada, Ltd Toronto Distribution Center 5125 Timberlea Blvd. Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2S3 TF: 866.669.6643 Firecat has the right idea... Unless I am wrong these folks are Blastrac Canada...they have what you want (but you have to buy it). I do this for living (Epoxy flooring/concrete refinishing specialist). You want to rent a diamond grinder from someone (possibly United??? Not sure if they have any)and a small vac. It can be ground out level in a very short time. It will create dust...a VERY small amount though for what you are accomplishing. Biggest thing is that you have to CONSTANTLY keep the grinder moving..you can dig holes quick! Use a small circular motion(twice the head of the shroud) and let the grinder do the work, do not push, and keep the grinder handle LEVEL. This will eradicate your bump quickly. 15 min work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F7Firecat Posted February 11, 2011 Report Share Posted February 11, 2011 I have all the equipment fish4eyes needs, he does not need to buy it, maybe for a bottle of rye or two??. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F7Firecat Posted February 11, 2011 Report Share Posted February 11, 2011 Gibsons of course! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fish4Eyes Posted February 11, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 11, 2011 Gibsons of course! PM sent F7Firecat! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F7Firecat Posted February 14, 2011 Report Share Posted February 14, 2011 Bottle of Gibsons received! Thank you fish4eyes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I'mHooked Posted February 14, 2011 Report Share Posted February 14, 2011 Hmmm, I probably would have gone for the Crown Royal! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F7Firecat Posted February 14, 2011 Report Share Posted February 14, 2011 Hmmm, I probably would have gone for the Crown Royal! hahahaha good ole gibbys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle Buck Posted February 14, 2011 Report Share Posted February 14, 2011 Go Ned Go!!! help is a phone call away... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irishfield Posted February 14, 2011 Report Share Posted February 14, 2011 Great stuff F7.. Crown is over rated anyhow.. especially now that it cost extra to get the marble bag! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fish_fishburn Posted February 14, 2011 Report Share Posted February 14, 2011 And whatas wrong with Wiser's deluxe? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave524 Posted February 14, 2011 Report Share Posted February 14, 2011 I support my local economy Forty Creek " Barrel Select " is excelllent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fish4Eyes Posted February 14, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 14, 2011 (edited) Pleasure meeting you F7, and thanks again for helping me out . Thanks to others as well for providing your advice Edited February 14, 2011 by Fish4Eyes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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