Slideshow: Level Check and Prime

High point-Low point

In this L-shaped bathroom, one corner was very high, dropping a full inch toward the built-in shower.

Low Door

The floor dropped nearly 3/4 inch toward the entry door.

Clean sweep

Before the primer can go down, the author sweeps the floor clean of dirt and debris.

Primer in a Bottle

The author pours pre-mixed primer into a bucket.The primer helps with adhesion and helps to seal the underlayment so that it doesn't absorb water from the leveler.

Broom brush

A coarse floor broom is perfect for applying a generous coat of primer on the underlayment.

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