This can vary depending on the type of screed being used. Similarly to concrete, cementitious liquid or traditional screed is made from a mixture of cement, sand and water, whereas liquid anhydrite screed is made from anhydrite binders and water. Both can be enhanced through the use of additives that alter certain characteristics of the screed, such as its strength or drying time.

There are a wide range of floor screeds available on the market which can be divided into two categories; liquid and traditional screed. Within these categories, there are a range of options including high strength, quick drying or thermally efficient screeds. Whether you are working to a tight deadline or have little coverage over your pipework, we can help you identify the screed your project requires!

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The purpose of a floor screed is to provide a level surface ready for floor finishes.

Floor screeds are designed generally or application in all non-structural, interior floors where a floor finish such as tiles or carpets are to be used. Some specialised screeds offer a wearing surface without the need for subsequent coverings.

In some very specialised cases yes. It is however rare and the vast majority of floor screeds require a surface covering to provide a wearing surface.

Yes! Screeds are the preferred medium for UFH pipes as the material excels at absorbing and radiating warmth, becoming an integral part of the heating process. Some screeds can be used to significantly enhance the overall performance of your underfloor heating and the environmental impact of your floor.

Liquid screed is well suited for underfloor heating due to its high thermal conductivity and form which allows it to fully encase underfloor heating pipework.

In essence, the idea of a floor screed is to make a floor level, so yes. If you are renovating and already have an existing floor that needs levelling off, we offer thin section screeds and latex options that may be suitable for your project.

Floor screeding is incredibly cost-effective however the actual costs can vary depending on several factors such as the build size, product and depth of screed. As a company we are able to keep costs for our customers low by manufacturing our own screed, offering time saving package deals and supplying a wide range of products to choose from. For a quick and free quote, get in touch with our team!

In order to work out the accurate depth of your floor screed you would require a laser level. That’s where we come in! We work out an average depth across your area and set levels prior to installation of any screed, so you can be sure you’re only paying for what you need.

To help our surveyors out, knowing your datum point before we arrive is always a bonus! Not sure how to work your datum point out? Call and speak to a member of our team for today.

Concrete floors are a structural element of modern builds. They are often reinforced with steel mesh and tend to be much deeper than floor screeds. Concrete is often used to provide a solid subbase which can be finished using a screed. Floor Screeds aren’t used as wearing surfaces and contain no coarse aggregate. They are generally designed for interior use, whereas concrete can be used for internal and external purposes.

Flowing liquid screed is a pump applied, self-compacting screed. It’s free-flowing characteristics and versatility mean it’s far less labour intensive and can generally be laid at a substantially thinner depth than conventional materials. Liquid screed can also be laid in large quantities at any one time. It is suitable for projects of all sizes allowing from as little as 25m2 up to and over 1000m2 to be installed in just one day!

With a mix combination of sand, cement and water, this traditional type of screed is perfect for sloped finishes, wet rooms or balconies and can be strengthened further by the addition of fibres. Due to the technological development of additives such as Retanol Xtreme® and Isocrete K-Screed, traditional sand and cement screeds now offer enhanced strength and faster drying times, perfect for those working to a tight deadline! Sand and cement screed can also sometimes be referred to as dry screed or traditional screed.

Take a look at some of our recent sand and cement screed installations!

Again, this can depend on a range of variants such as the type of screed, whether there is underfloor heating or whether the floor is bonded or unbonded. For projects where depths may be an issue, we can offer thin section screeds and latexes.

Preparation is key to a successful floor screed! There are many steps to ensuring your floor preparation has been completed to the highest standard so for more advice on this, give our team a call! Alternatively, why not leave it to the experts and have us complete all preparation works for you! Most of our customers find this to be greatly beneficial in saving them time on site.

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This varies greatly and will depend on the size and nature of the project as well as the type of floor screed selected. We are happy to offer you comprehensive guidance on the best screed.

To put it simply, no. Liquid screed is self-compacting and self-smoothing but we still have to carry out specialised installation equipment and finishing techniques to get it flat and level. We usually work within the British Standard guidance for SR2 or better.

This varies depending on the type of screed selected. We can offer screeds that dry in just a few hours where time is extremely critical and screeds that take much longer where time is not an issue. We can discuss with you the program for your project and help you to select the correct screed.

Screeds dry best in warm dry and well-ventilated areas so the key is to ensure these conditions are maintained. Some screeds can be force dried using underfloor heating which, if done correctly can reduce drying times vary considerably. A moisture test should be completed prior to the installation of any floor coverings.

Prior to the installation of floor coverings, all screeds must be moisture tested to establish the water content within the said screed. All good flooring contractors will ensure a moisture test is carried out prior to the install of finishes.

All floor screeds have the potential to crack however the chance of this can be minimised by good preparation, controlled temperatures and movement joints.

This can vary depending on what flooring you intend to use and the moisture content still in your screed. To lay a bonded floor covering the British Standard recommends that the floor be clean, dry, sound and free from contamination likely to cause a failure of adhesion. Proper preparation is key to a successful floor covering installation. You must ensure a moisture test is completed prior to any floor coverings. For more information on this, get in touch with our team.

Latexing is the application of a smoothing compound to a screed that is not sufficiently smooth to receive the subsequent floor covering. The need for latexing depends on the type of floor covering used as well as the level of flatness and smoothness achieved with the screed.

Saw cuts allow movement in the screed or concrete as it cures, releasing stress points that can cause cracking. This can vary from job to job, as well as from screed to screed with different screeds requiring different levels of jointing. You can discuss this in detail with our team to ensure that you can optimise the design of your project.