Floor Constructions: Flow Screed Floor

Quick Laying

Flow screeds can be quick to lay and chemically harden within hours to allow foot traffic. However, overall drying times can delay the laying of floor finishes. Fortunately, slowly inputting energy via the floor heating system can help accelerate the drying time. Screed thicknesses can be reduced and in some cases, smaller pipe diameters can be used, if floor heights must be kept to a minimum.

Extra Fixings

The floor heating installation for flow screed is similar to standard screed. However, liquid flow screed has a tendency to lift any inadequately secured pipe. We therefore recommend using additional cliprail and staples to prevent this. The vapour barrier will also need to be taped and tanked up the wall to prevent the screed from lifting the insulation. Preparation for liquid screed, including decisions on thickness and drying times, should be discussed directly with the screed manufacturer.

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