Floor Screeding

Traditional screed is a blended mixture of sand and cement that’s typically poured over the top of a concrete subfloor to remove any bumps and irregularities. The process is known as floor screeding.

Though floor screeding is a technique most commonly used to level out uneven floors – ready for a final covering of your choice – it can also help to reinforce your flooring. Ideal for areas that receive lots of foot traffic.

Another great thing about floor screed is that it can improve the energy efficiency of a building. A thin layer of screed can be applied over the top of underfloor heating pipes to ensure the heat is distributed evenly throughout the room – eliminating hot and cold spots.

There are several types of floor screeds on the market today – ranging from traditional sand and cement screeds to self-levelling screeds and liquid screeds.

Whilst liquid screed can be installed in a range of domestic and commercial environments quickly, and self-levelling compounds are best applied to the top layer of screed to provide more tolerance, we supply only the best traditional screeds here at JCW.

Our fibre-reinforced screeds contain fibres that help to reduce curling, cracking, and shrinkage.

Our fast-drying screeds cure considerably quicker, allowing you to lay the final covering sooner. In some cases, foot traffic may be allowed after just 12 hours of drying.

For areas with a high level of foot traffic, our higher-strength screeds are ideal. These include additives which strengthen your floors and also speed up the curing process.

To determine which type of floor screed is best for your project, give us a call on 01204 387 029.

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Traditional sand and cement floor screeds, like the ones we supply and install at JCW, require minimal preparation.

Floor screeding can be applied directly on solid concrete slabs with or without a damp-proof membrane, over an insulating layer, on precast concrete units or beams, or with in situ suspended floors.

To ensure a smooth and even finish, we’d always recommend that you sweep or hoover your subfloor before floor screeding – removing any dirt, dust, and debris. However, other than taping joints between insulation boards, that’s pretty much the only prep you’ll need to do.

If you have any further questions about the floor screeding process, don’t hesitate to contact our specialists. You can either call us on 01204 387 029, email estimating@jcwgroup.co.uk, or complete our online enquiry form.

Here at JCW, we specialise in floor screeding and have been supplying and installing our top-quality products across the UK for many years – covering Greater Manchester, Merseyside, Cheshire, Lancashire, Cumbria, Yorkshire, and even Scotland and Wales.

During this time, we have worked with various commercial clients, as well as self-builders and shopfitters. A quick look at our case studies will reveal just a few of the projects we have completed on our doorstep in the North West and beyond.

We’re confident our floor screeding experts can help you, no matter where you are. So, why not get in touch to discuss your requirements today?

The price you’ll pay for floor screeding services can vary depending on the type and quality of the screed required and the size of the room that needs to be screeded.

However, here at JCW, we supply and install only the highest quality sand and cement screeds for domestic and commercial clients, as well as self-builders and shop fitters.

We consider no project too big or too small and guarantee a professional yet affordable service every time, whether you require a smooth surface for final floor coverings to be laid or in preparation for underfloor heating systems.

When you make us your no.1 choice for floor screeding, you can trust that we’ll listen carefully to your requirements and provide a free, no-obligation quote.

We can also arrange a site survey to assess the scale of the job in full and provide an accurate estimate for floor screeding. Call our experts on 01204 387 029 to schedule a suitable time.

As a general rule of thumb, screed can take anywhere between 12 and 48 hours to dry properly, with thicker layers of screed taking up to 7 days to dry completely.

Tread lightly on freshly laid screed once it’s dried, and avoid placing heavy machinery and objects on top of it for as long as possible.

In most cases, screeded floors will be suitable for light/low-impact foot traffic within 1-2 days. Heavier/normal traffic can be resumed 5-7 days after the floor screeding process.

It’s worth bearing in mind that, before tiling over a floor that’s been screeded, a professional must check for residual moisture. If the screed isn’t dry, it won’t bond with the adhesive.

If you have a tight deadline, consider our fast-drying sand and cement screed. This will allow floors to be laid in a quicker time frame, helping to keep your busy schedule on track and preventing costly delays.