Floor Screeding Gorleston Norfolk (NR31): If you have a damaged or uneven floor, are restoring a property or basement or are planning to install underfloor heating in your Gorleston property, then it is time to think about bringing in a professional floor screeder. Before it is possible to lay a final floor covering, whether it's carpet, tile or wood, the surface of the floor should be as flat as possible; this is why floor screeding is often needed. The screeding is a crucial procedure to ensure a durable and quality finish to the entire floor structure.
FLOOR SCREEDING CONTRACTORS GORLESTON
An established floor screeding specialist in Gorleston will have all the knowledge and experience to help you achieve a perfectly finished floor in whatever size or shape of room you're renovating. They'll be able to advise you on the correct type of screed that your project requires, and how best to apply and install it.
They'll also assess if a structural engineer is necessary to make sure that any point loadings, load bearing and flex strength are met as set out in the building regulations.
The training and skills that a screeding contractor brings to your project should guarantee a successful end result and help in prolonging the life of your flooring. There are many different kinds of screeding and choosing the correct mix and installation process is crucial to achieve a high quality floor that is both fit for purpose and durable.
Before deciding upon a screeding specialist from any based in the Gorleston area, ask to what standard of finish they're basing their estimate, and also make sure you get two or three price quotes from different companies. The Surface Regularity (SR) finish is the number to look for when studying a quote from Gorleston screeding contractors. SR1 is the highest level, and whilst SR2 and SR3 might be less costly initially, they do not guarantee a totally even or flat surface. This means that you may have to fix any areas that may cause issues when putting down your final flooring solution.
Every Gorleston screeding company has to follow British Standards (BS8204) and ought to have some kind of accreditation from screeding material and equipment manufacturers, e.g. Cemfloor, Flowcrete, Gypsol. This accreditation program highlights a contractor's training and high quality performance in the usage of a manufacturer's product.
Commercial screeders in Gorleston will probably tackle larger screeding projects in factories, warehouses, shops, schools, pubs and hospitals.
TYPES OF SCREED
Standard Screeds - Used in residential flooring projects where the blend of cement and sand is perfect for normal footfall use. The standard screed is a mixture of 5 parts sand to 1 of cement. Once its been laid this 5:1 ratio will dry at a rate of 1mm per day.
Polymer Screeds - When a lower thickness of floor is needed due to building requirements, a polymer screed offers an extremely high strength solution to the situation. Maker's guidelines for setting times differ across the various product ranges.
Fibre Reinforced Screed - The favoured choice by professional contractors for use in combination with underfloor heating systems. The fibres in the screed improve it's durability and strength whilst also safeguarding against thermal shrinkage and cracking. It sets at the same rate as a standard screed of one millimetre per day.
Self-Levelling or Liquid Screeds - When a high standard of finish is needed this solution of latex and cement is used to create SR1 level floor screeding. The self-levelling compound provides a clean and level surface over a rough substrate or damaged floor to allow all flooring materials to be laid. This liquid screed can be laid to a depth of just 1mm, but will still provide a high strength surface to take a selection of flooring finishes.
Advanced Drying and Fast Drying Screeds - If you have to progress urgently with the work on account of time limitations, this screed dries much faster than standard flooring screeds. Drying at a rate of three to seven millimetres, subject to the mix, they are generally a fibre reinforced screed and are suitable for projects which have tight deadlines.
Industrial and Heavy Duty Screed - A screed that is designed for high load and heavy traffic areas where maximum durability and strength is essential.
SCREEDING PREPARATION AND INSTALLATION
To enable the screeding to be of a high quality finish which is durable and hard wearing, time should be devoted to fully preparing the area prior to any screeding material being poured. It is important that all contaminants such as grease, paint, oil or debris is eliminated from the base before pouring any screed, since these can affect the bonding capability that a good quality floor screed needs.
If cleansing products were used it's crucial to remove any remnants of detergent, soap etc, and allow the surface to dry naturally. If screeding over a stone or cement floor all cracks should be mended to stop them from "travelling" up through a screed layer and producing deviations on the finished floor surface. During a site survey your Gorleston screeding contractor will notice what preparation work is required before starting to work on the screeding.
Before the screeding can be laid a damp proof membrane (DPM) must be put down to protect the final flooring and screed from moisture. There could be two or three layers of different thicknesses of polythene to act as barriers between the insulation layer and screed.
A supplementary airtight barrier could be needed if your building is in an area which is regarded as susceptible to radon gas. This could be just a simple airtight membrane, or in severe instances a ventilation and extraction system will need to be installed underneath the screed to draw out any inflow of air and gas from the ground.
The final phase of surface preparation is the spraying or painting of a sealant or primer. A primer helps with the screed bonding process to the base surface and different types exist depending on which kind of screed is being applied. These products require certified contractors to apply them in the appropriate ratios by using custom-made equipment, such as airless sprays.
If you are installing under floor heating, now is the time that it will need to be properly laid out and installed. The underfloor heating system will be carefully positioned and mounted firmly on insulation panels to stop any movement in the course of the screed application. When expertly installed an under floor heating system is an effective way to warm a room and top quality screeding will retain its heat, producing an even level of warmth right across the floor.
The screed can now be mixed and prepared in situ and poured onto the base. Your use of the room will assist your screeding contractor on what sort of floor screed is best for your needs. After the application of the screed there will be a minimum 24 hours (for advanced and quick drying screeds) before you can walk on the surface, and a 72 hours minimum curing time before the laying of any flooring materials. If you are looking to end up with a nicely finished and durable floor surface you must stick to the manufacturer's guidelines with regards to standard and heavy duty screeds where the timescale will be increased.
Once the screeding has hardened it can be checked for quality to determine its SR level. Using a 2 mtr straight-edge the floor surface is checked for any dips, ridges and deviations in the screed surface.
- SR1 - Disparities of three millimetres or less as measured across the entire area shows your screed floor to be of the highest quality and specified as SR1.
- SR2 - If the screed deviates from the straight edge by 5 millimetres or less it is considered SR2 quality and is the standard for industrial and commercial floors.
- SR3 - If the deviation is 10mm or less the quality of the screeding is classed as SR3 and is highly suitable for utility and garage areas.
If your screed floor has been installed with particular load bearing requirements in mind then a qualified structural engineer will be necessary to conduct the assessment. This assessment will ascertain the strength of the screeded surface and its suitability for the intended use. The screed will be given a "drop hammer test" to determine strength and flexibility in specific areas. Any screeding that's got load bearing requirements must be okayed by a fully qualified structural engineer respecting the British Standards BS8204 guidelines. (Tags: Floor Screed Gorleston, Floor Screeding Services Gorleston, Floor Screeding Gorleston, Screeding Gorleston).
Floor screeding services are available in Gorleston and also nearby in: Corton, Gunton, Browston, Fritton, Hobland Hall, Ashby, Hopton, Great Yarmouth, Lowestoft, Ashby Dell, Belton, Lothingland, Burgh Castle, Browston Green, Somerleyton, Blundeston, Bradwell, and in these postcodes NR31 6AU, NR31 0PD, NR31 6LE, NR31 6EA, NR31 6BT, NR31 0LE, NR31 6BU, NR30 3QA, NR31 6JT, NR31 6JJ. Local Gorleston floor screeders will likely have the telephone dialling code 01493 and the postcode NR31. Click on the "quote" form or banner to get info on screeding services in your area.
Norfolk Floor Screeding
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Norfolk Screeding Enquiries
Latest Norfolk floor screeding enquiries: Edith and Stanislaw Walmsley recently requested an estimate for screeding a utility room floor in a semi-detached house in Little Melton, Norfolk. Emelia Nelson and Eddie Nelson recently enquired about screeding the floor of a basement in Overstrand, Norfolk. Zaynab and Yuvraj Maloney recently requested an estimate for screeding over an old concrete floor in Aylsham, Norfolk. Martha and Cody Longhurst recently enquired about screeding an extension floor in Costessey. Cayden and Kristina Whitehead recently enquired about getting a price for screeding a kitchen and lounge floor in Hunstanton. Keegan Garland and Carolina Garland recently asked for an estimate for screeding the whole ground floor of a house in Freethorpe. Mr and Mrs Dubois recently requested a price quote for screeding a cellar floor in Chedgrave. Kyle Perez recently enquired about the possibility of screeding a kitchen floor in Dersingham, Norfolk.
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Around Gorleston
Floor screeding has recently been required in these Gorleston streets and roads - North Road, Bernard Road, Gournay Avenue, Park Road, Springfield Road, Mariner's Compass, Brett Avenue, South Road, Links Road, Upper Cliff Road, Pier Gardens, Lowestoft Road, Lower Cliff Road, Pier Road, Lower Esplanade, Cliff Hill, Deborah Road, Clarence Road, Elmhurst Close, Bately Avenue, Waunci Crescent, Tudor Walk, Bridgford Close, as well as the following local Gorleston postcodes: NR31 6AU, NR31 0PD, NR31 6LE, NR31 6EA, NR31 6BT, NR31 0LE, NR31 6BU, NR30 3QA, NR31 6JT, NR31 6JJ.
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