The Difference Between Self Levelling Cementitious Screed and Concrete Flooring

For many business owners, it is very difficult to discern the difference between Self Levelling Cementitious Screed and concrete. Both Self Levelling Cementitious Screed and concrete are normally used in construction industry and formed of same basic ingredients like water, cement, and aggregates, and this is what makes it hard for business owners to discern the difference.

Well, if you’re not in the construction business, it is not surprising that you would not know the difference between these materials. While both are used in construction purpose but what makes them different is the size of aggregates, mix consistency, cement grade, their intended application or use.

The Difference:

• Mix for floor screed is a smoother mix that consists fewer aggregates to that of the concrete mix. Floor screed is basically used as a product on top of the hard floor, or over under floor to present perfect soft coverage. The screed is perfect for inside surfaces that require smooth surface however screed is still ideal and strong for high movement areas. Moreover, the screed is intended to provide the level surface in which to apply natural stone, carpet tiles, linoleum, flooring, wood, etc.
• Self-smoothing seamless epoxy resin floor screeds are used in a variety of commercial building to provide decorative wearing surfaces typically applied at 2–4mm.
• Featuring excellent durability, chemical resistance and a smooth easy to clean gloss finish which are used in spaces with high foot and vehicle traffic. This is a perfect flooring solution where aesthetics, durability and cleanliness are key requirements.
• Self-smoothing seamless epoxy resin floor screeds are waterproof, dustproof, chemically resistant and available in a wide range of colours.