Floor Screeding Accrington

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Floor Screeding Accrington Lancashire (BB5): When you're renovating your Accrington property that has uneven or damaged floors, or perhaps converting a cellar or basement to useable living space, a professional floor screeding company should be your first port of call. Floor screeding gives a smooth, level finish to a basic sub-base floor, and enables you to lay your final layer of flooring material, (boards, carpets, tiles etc) over the top of it. Floor screeding will provide a durable, quality floor surface for almost any room.

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Whatever size room you're renovating, a decent floor screeding specialist in Accrington can provide you with the experience and correct working methods to establish a perfect base for your floor. They will be ready to advise you on the right type of screed your project requires, and the best methods for applying and installing it.

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The screeding specialist will also let you know if a structural engineer is necessary for your project, to identify point loadings, load requirements and flex strength that your screed floor might need to conform with current British Standards and building regulations.

The training and skills that a certified screeding technician brings to your project should guarantee a successful outcome and help in prolonging the life of your floor or floors. There are numerous types of screed and selecting the right mix and laying method is essential if you are to create a top quality floor that is fit for purpose and durable.

Before choosing a floor screeding contractor from the many based in the Accrington area, ask to what standard of finish they are basing their estimate, and also ensure you get multiple quotes from different screeders. For residential homes a quotation will normally be provided for a Surface Regularity (SR) level of SR1 or SR2. Each of the three SR levels provide different qualities of finish, with SR1 being the best, with the smallest amount of deviation over the area of the floor. This could mean that you might have to fix any areas that could cause issues when laying your final flooring solution.

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British Standards BS8204 lays down the regulations and guidelines that all Accrington screeding companies must follow, and if using specialist screeding solutions, (Gypsol, Flowcrete, Cemfloor etc), they should be certified by the manufacturers as being trained and skilled in their use. A company holding accreditation indicates they have been assessed and trained in the use of these screeding products and can deliver a high quality service in all aspects of their installation.

For the screeding of floors in shops, restaurants, warehouses, factories, schools and hospitals, skilled Accrington commercial screeders will be required.

TYPES OF SCREED

Standard Screeds - This is acceptable for everyday domestic use and comprises a combination of cement and sand. The standard screed is a mix of five parts sand to one of cement. The standard flooring screed dries at a rate of 1mm thickness each day.

Fibre Reinforced Screed - The first choice where underfloor heating is being installed in domestic homes in Accrington. The fibres in this screed mix increase it's durability and strength whilst also safeguarding against thermal shrinkage and cracking. The screed will dry out at a rate of 1mm/day.

Advanced Drying and Fast Drying Screeds - As the name suggest, these screeds dry rapidly and allow you to use the screeded area much sooner. Drying at a rate of 3-7mm/day, subject to the mixture, they're typically a fibre reinforced screed and are ideal for flooring projects which have tight schedules.

Self-Levelling or Liquid Screeds - When the highest possible standard of finish is required this mix of of latex and cement is employed to achieve SR1 level screed flooring. Mainly used to finalise a damaged floor or poor substrate level in order to lay a new flooring surface, like tiles over it. Even with a depth of one millimetre, the latex polymers within the mixture provide a high strength surface for a wide variety of uses.

Polymer Screeds - A high strength flooring solution where a reduced screed thickness is needed. Manufacturer's guidelines for curing times are different across the product ranges.

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Industrial and Heavy Duty Screed - Developed for maximum strength and durability in places where traffic is high or specific loading of the floor base is necessary.

SCREEDING PREPARATION AND INSTALLATION

To enable the screeding to be of a high quality finish that is durable and hard wearing, time must be devoted to carefully preparing the area before any screeding material is poured. It is vital that any contaminants such as debris, paint, grease or oil is eliminated from the floor before pouring any screed, because these can affect the adhesion process that a good quality floor screed requires.

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Any cleansing chemicals which are used in this process shouldn't leave any residues, and the floor base must be permitted to dry out naturally. It is essential to repair any cracks or crevices in the base to avoid them being reflected and "travelling" up into your freshly screeded floor. A reputable Accrington screeding company will address these problems during the on-site survey and make sure that all preparations are completed before moving on to the next steps in the screeding process.

Before any screeding can be laid a damp proof membrane (DPM) must be put down to protect the screed and final flooring from moisture. The damp proof membrane is made out of thick polythene sheeting and various layers may be used to serve as a moisture barrier and air insulating layer for the screeding.

A further airtight barrier might be required if your building is in a location which is known to be susceptible to radon gas emissions. This can be as simple as an air-tight membrane, or in more serious cases an extraction and ventilation system will be installed beneath the floor screed to extract any inflow of radon gas from ground level.

Once these stages have been completed the screeding company will apply a sealant or primer to the prepared base surface. These primers and sealers will guarantee the screed bonds effectively to the base surface and help accomplish a high quality finished floor. These substances require professional contractors to apply them in the correct ratios by using airless sprays and other custom-built equipment.

If required, this is the time that under floor heating can be installed and laid out in the correct manner. Insulation panels will be arranged and the cables and heating pipes will be securely attached to prevent any movement while the screed is poured. Underfloor heating is one of the most efficient ways to heat a room and a professionally installed system should give an even level of warmth across the floor area.

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The screed can now be prepared in situ and poured onto the base surface. Your screeding contractor will give you advice on which sort of screed is best for your requirements, according to your proposed use of the room area. After the pouring of the screed there will be at least twenty four hours (for quick drying screeds) before you're able to walk over the surface, and a 72 hour minimum curing time before any floor material installation. If you're looking to end up with a nicely finished and hard-wearing floor surface you must stick to the manufacturer's guidelines with regard to heavy duty and standard screeds where this waiting period will be longer.

The SR level of your screeding can be ascertained once it's hardened enough to be walked on. The test involves the use of a two metre straight edge laid on the surface and any fluctuations from true are measured.

  • SR1 - Deviations of three millimetres or less as measured across the entire area shows your screed floor to be of the finest quality and categorised as SR1.
  • SR2 - If the screeded surface deviates from the straight edge by five millimetres or less it is considered SR2 level and is the standard for industrial and commercial projects.
  • SR3 - SR3 is utility standard where a quality finish isn't needed. This specification allows for a maximium deviation of 10 millimetres.

There may also be a requirement for a structural engineer to carry out a soundness test. Using specialised equipment the engineer will ascertain the screeding strength and viability of use in a load bearing environment. This will include what's known as a "drop hammer test" which assesses various aspects of the flexibility and strength of the screed. The specialist testing and measurement tools involved mean that this can only be performed by a qualified structural engineer following the guidelines of the British Standards BS8204. (Tags: Floor Screeding Services Accrington, Floor Screed Accrington, Floor Screeding Accrington, Screeding Accrington).


Floor screeding services are available in Accrington and also in nearby places like: Church, Little Moor End, Altham West, Great Harwood, Tottleworth, Huncoat, Knuzden Brook, Shadsworth, Scaitcliffe, and in these postcodes BB4 5BH, BB5 0RU, BB5 0HB, BB5 0JU, BB5 0NE, BB5 0LR, BB5 0NB, BB5 0NW, BB5 0HL, BB5 0DR. Local Accrington floor screeders will likely have the dialling code 01254 and the postcode BB5. Checking this out will confirm that you access local screeding. Accrington householders are able to benefit from these and many other comparable services.

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There are a whole host of tasks that can be carried out by your local Accrington floor screeding specialist including professional floor levelling services in Accrington, rapid strength screeding, flow screeding, kitchen floors in Accrington, liquid screeds, sand and cement floor screeding in Accrington, concrete screeds Accrington, screed reinforcement, floor preparation services, bonded concrete floor screeding, damp proof membranes, screed aftercare, floor screed testing, anhydrite screeds in Accrington, floor resurfacing, coloured floor screeding Accrington, domestic screeding, waterproof floor screeding Accrington, resin floor screeding Accrington, sand screeding, floor levelling, floor screeding tools, external screeding Accrington, floating screed in Accrington, rapid dry floor screeds Accrington, structural screeds, polished screeding in Accrington, underfloor heating screeding, lightweight floor screeding, screed repairs, and more floor screeding tasks. Listed are just a selection of the tasks that are accomplished by those specialising in screeding. Accrington providers will be happy to inform you of their whole range of services.

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One of the major downsides of carrying out home refurbishments or property makeovers in Accrington is the sheer quantity of waste that is generated. Even though screeding is not one of those projects that typically creates lots of waste, that isn't invariably the case, and the amount will depend on the size and scale of your particular installation. Some screeders make allowances for waste removal in their quotes, and if this is not listed ask if this is included, if not you'll need to make your own arrangements.

The most common way that householders in Accrington get rid of such waste is to hire a skip from a nearby skip hire company. To match your exact requirements, you can select from an array of skip sizes. Skips can be hired in the following sizes: skip bags (1-1.5 yd³), mini-skips (2-3 yd³), midi-skips (4-5 yd³), builders skips (6-8 yd³), roll-on roll-off skips (20-25 yd³).

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Also find: Little Moor End floor screeding, Dunnockshaw floor screeding, Huncoat floor screeding, Goodshaw Fold floor screeding, Wilpshire floor screeding, Tottleworth floor screeding, Shadsworth floor screeding, Love Clough floor screeding, Knuzden Brook floor screeding, Clow Bridge floor screeding, Hapton floor screeding, Scaitcliffe floor screeding, Altham floor screeding, Altham West floor screeding, Church floor screeding and more. Almost all of these areas are served by contractors who do screeding. Well-equipped with the essential knowledge and expertise, these experienced professionals excel in delivering the best quality flooring solutions. They are adept at screeding and ensure that the project is executed to the highest possible standards, whether it’s for domestic or commercial properties. By clicking here, local householders can obtain screeding estimates. Have you got floors that need screeding? Get a quote today!

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(This screeding Accrington article was written on 21-02-2024)