Screeding — Flooring Glossary
Quick answer
Screed creates a flat, stable base for hard flooring and can encase underfloor heating.
Definition
A sand-cement or calcium sulphate layer poured or pumped to level subfloors.
Explanation
Must be dry before LVT or laminate. Moisture tests are mandatory on new screed.
Summary
Quote screed prep separately from floor supply.
In depth
Screeding in practice
A deeper look at Screeding for UK carpet and hard flooring jobs.
Where you will encounter this
Must be dry before LVT or laminate. Moisture tests are mandatory on new screed.
On surveys, use the correct term with customers — it builds trust. On quotes, reference prep or materials tied to this term so scope is clear.
Fitter tips
Quote screed prep separately from floor supply.
If this term appears in a supplier specification or building control note, photograph it and attach to the job record so fitters on site see the same requirement.
- Explain in plain English on customer-facing quotes
- Train apprentices using photos from real jobs
- Link related calculators when ordering materials
Related estimating notes
When "screeding" is flagged on a job, check whether your default waste, labour day rate, or prep line items need adjusting — generic room calculators may not include specialist work.
Related resources
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