Before arranging a traditional screed installation, it is useful to understand how the required quantity is calculated. The basic calculation involves two key measurements: the total floor area and the specified thickness.
Accurate quantities can help with material planning and reduce the likelihood of running short or paying for unnecessary excess.
Measure the Floor
Take measurements of the length and width of each area requiring screed.
For a rectangular space, multiply the two measurements to establish the floor area.
Length × Width = Area
If your Surrey property has an irregular layout, split the floor into smaller sections. Calculate each section and then add the figures together.
This approach can make measurements easier for extensions, open plan renovations and properties with several connected spaces.
Establish the Required Depth
The next step is determining how thick the screed needs to be.
This is not simply a figure that can be chosen based on the room dimensions. The required depth depends on the floor construction, screed system, substrate and intended use.
Where underfloor heating or insulation is part of the build up, these components also need to be included when working out the finished floor levels.
Once the specified thickness is known, it can be used with the floor area to estimate the volume of screed required.
Consider Variations Across the Floor
Not every floor has a completely consistent depth.
Existing substrates may have variations in level, while different areas of a property may require different build ups. Where this happens, it may be more accurate to calculate each section independently.
This is one reason why a site assessment can be useful before ordering materials for a larger Surrey refurbishment or construction project.
How Much Extra Screed Should You Order?
A reasonable allowance can account for normal waste and small variations during installation.
There is little benefit in significantly overordering, however. Excess material increases costs without necessarily improving the finished result.
Access and delivery arrangements should also be considered, particularly for properties where the screed needs to be pumped over a distance or transported through restricted access.
Traditional Floor Screeding in Surrey
The floor area calculation is straightforward, but the correct screed depth and overall floor build up need to be established first.
Floor Screeding Surrey provides traditional floor screeding for domestic and commercial projects across Surrey.
If you are unsure how much screed your project requires or need advice on the appropriate specification, contact Floor Screeding Surrey for a project specific quotation.