Specialist Installations of Traditional and Liquid Screed in Gloucester
At Screed It, we are passionate about providing the best in both screed products and services nationwide, and we are proud of the work we undertake when we are called to supply, deliver and install traditional and liquid screed in Gloucester. With over a decade of experience and after having served many customers in the GL1-GL4 postcode areas, we know exactly what it will take to get your project to its next stage.
We will be there at a time that suits your schedule best, once you have called to place an order and arranged a date for delivery. Call or email us today and talk to one of our trained team members, and before long, our contractors will come to your site with everything you need.
What is Floor Screed?
Floor screed is a cement-like material, usually made from a compound of actual cement, fine aggregates and sharp sands. It is used for flooring, normally forming a layer which is then added to a concrete subfloor. However, for certain building structures, such as factories, warehouses, or even some dwellings, it may be used as a smooth, modern floor finish.
The Benefits of Floor Screeding in Gloucester
There are a number of benefits just waiting to be discovered when you choose to install traditional or liquid screed in Gloucester. Arguably, the most important of these is that screed flooring will provide any building work with a smoother, more level floor as a result, compared to a floor made purely from concrete or cement. This makes it suitable as a base for any flooring work you undertake afterwards, whether you are intending to put down carpeting, tiles or even floorboards.
Leaving the screed exposed also offers a practical benefit if you are working on an industrial or commercial building, as the level finish of a screed floor minimises the risk of accidents. The compound mix also offers greater imperishability and reduces the chance of shrinkage, so your floor is less likely to crack or curl. This makes them better value for money, as you will not have to have your floor repaired or replaced for many years.
All screed types are excellent conductors of heat as well, as the installation process means the entire space is filled and no gaps or pockets of air are left behind. To make the most of the superior heat transfer, you can install an underfloor heating system, creating an eco-friendly flooring option for any occupant as they will not have to set their thermostat as high. This also makes it cost-effective, as money will be saved on any energy bills. We also offer underfloor heating as a feature that can be installed with our screed, so if this is something you would like for your work project, please let us know when you get in touch to place your order.
How We Screed Your Floors
We offer two different, high quality screed products for use in any work you are carrying out. One type may be more suitable than the other for the building project you are planning and both come with a range of benefits and features which are unique to them, so carefully considering what you need for your project in Gloucester is highly recommended.
Traditional Screed
Also called “dry screed”, traditional sand and cement screeds will be laid by hand by members of our dedicated team. This will involve separating your allocated floor space into sections, before applying the material. A screed bar or rail will then be used to smooth out the floor, keeping it level for safe use.
Generally, the drying time for this type of screed will be about a week, and the end result should be a smooth, durable floor that is more than capable of withstanding high levels of foot traffic. Its simple design and completely flat surface should ensure that the floor also remains easy to clean and maintain for a long time to come.
Liquid Screed
Also known as “flowing screed” or “flow screed”, liquid screed can be swiftly brought to its designated site via a screed pump and poured straight into the space you are building or renovating. Once this is done, the self-compacting and self-levelling compound will harden by itself, soon creating a completely flat surface from a hard-wearing material that should be ideal for a floor finish. All our team will need to do is deliver and pour it out for you, then the screed will do the rest.
Liquid screed can often be ready to walk on between 24 and 48 hours after the material has been installed, and should have an overall drying time of about 40 days. With it being ready to walk on in under half the time it would have taken for traditional screed to dry, you may consider this a faster, more cost-effective option for any project you are carrying out, as you will be able to work on other parts of your building as soon as you are able to walk on the floor.
The Cost of Floor Screeding in Gloucester
Prices for installing a screed floor in Gloucester can often differ, depending on a number of different factors. For instance, the size of the area you are planning on screeding will affect the price, as will adding any extra features to the work, such as underfloor heating. Because of this, we have no set price for the cost of floor screeding in the city or its surrounding areas.
Most likely, this is starting to make you wonder, and perhaps worry, about what the cost of floor screeding in Gloucester could mean for your budget. However, there is no need for this. We are more than happy to offer our customers the use of our free, online quick quote system. All you have to do is type in the specifications for your work and leave your details. As soon as you send off the information, one of our expert team members will carefully consider each part, before returning to you with an estimated price in no time at all.
Contact Us for Exceptional Screed Installation Services
We are passionate about providing our customers with top levels of service, no matter where they are in the UK. As such, we will do everything we can to make sure your floor screed is supplied and installed for you, exactly to the specifications you have set out in your order. Get in touch with us today and one of our staff members will be glad to discuss your project’s requirements. We’ll move you on to the next stage of your work before you even know it.