by lonflscradmin | Jun 24, 2026 | floor screeding
Liquid screed is a modern flowing floor material used to create smooth, level surfaces with less manual work than traditional sand and cement screed. It is widely used across UK construction projects, particularly in large spaces and in floors with underfloor heating....
by lonflscradmin | Jun 24, 2026 | floor screeding
When renovating a property in London or installing new flooring, it’s important to understand the difference between self-levelling compound and floor screed. Both are used to prepare a subfloor for finishes such as tiles, timber, vinyl or carpet, but they serve...
by lonflscradmin | Jun 23, 2026 | floor screeding
Self-levelling compounds are designed to be applied in relatively thin layers. If the material is poured too deep, problems can occur during curing and later when the floor is in use. This is a common issue on renovation projects where uneven concrete slabs are being...
by lonflscradmin | Jun 23, 2026 | floor screeding
If a screed layer isn’t level, it can lead to several problems once the final flooring is installed. Screed, whether sand and cement or liquid screed, is applied over a concrete slab to create a flat base for floor finishes. In the UK, floor flatness is measured using...
by lonflscradmin | Jun 22, 2026 | floor screeding
A high-quality self-levelling finish always begins with careful preparation. Pumpable levelling screeds are widely used in London renovation projects to flatten uneven floors, smooth existing subfloors, and sometimes cover underfloor heating systems. However, if the...
by lonflscradmin | Jun 21, 2026 | floor screeding
Liquid screed is designed to create a smooth, level floor surface, but cracks can sometimes appear as it dries. On London building projects, very fine hairline cracks are quite common during the curing process and are usually cosmetic. However, wider cracks, straight...
