Screeding
Achieve a smooth, level finish with Lifting Equipment Store’s range of reliable screeding tools, designed for accurate concrete and floor levelling. We supply trusted brands at competitive prices, with fast delivery to keep your project moving. Browse our range below and choose LES for quality screeding equipment you can rely on.
What is Screeding?
Screeding is a process used in construction that prepares a floor or slab for its final finish by levelling it out. The process involves applying a thin layer of material such as concrete, mortar, or ready-made screed over the base surface to create a smooth, level foundation. Once the material is spread it’s carefully levelled using tools like a screed board or trowel to achieve a consistent, even finish. This helps eliminate dips, bumps, and uneven areas, making the surface suitable for flooring materials such as tiles, carpet, or timber. Proper screeding is essential in both homes and commercial buildings to ensure the floor looks good, performs well, and lasts over time.
Why The Right Screeding Equipment Matters
Good screeding tools make a noticeable difference to both the finish and the efficiency of a job. Using the right equipment helps create a level surface faster, reduces the need for redoing the work and improves the overall quality of the end product.
Whether you’re working on a small domestic project or a larger commercial job, investing in a well-made screeding tool helps ensure consistent results and a smoother process from start to finish.
Screeding FAQs
Screeding is an essential process in construction because it creates a perfectly smooth and level subfloor ready to support the entire floor system. As well as providing stability and support for new floors, it protects them from moisture and damage, and helps support their longevity.
Common tools used for screeding include a straight edge for levelling, a spirit level, and a trowel.
Floor screeding involves applying a thin, smooth layer over a concrete base to prepare for final flooring, while concrete is the structural base itself.
Traditional screed takes around 24–48 hours to dry enough for light foot traffic and 7–28 days to fully cure, depending on the depth and conditions.
The best way to level screed over underfloor heating is to use a flow screed or self-levelling compound with a smoothing tool to avoid damaging pipes.