To make a screed a specialised type of concrete is used and then poured onto a concrete floor base. This is done to create a level surface which is smooth and ready to be covered with carpet, tiles and other flooring materials.

Depending on the type of screed you choose or require will determine its drying time. Most screeds are normally adequate to walk on after 48 hours at most however some can be walked on within a day and with added additives can be walked on after 12 hours.

Self levelling is advised if your final product will involve laying of vinyl tiles instead of ceramic tiles.

This is due to the thickness of vinyl flooring compared to tiles.

According to HDB’s renovation guidelines, the total thickness of screed and floor finishes must not exceed 50mm. Pre-packed waterproofing screed and membranes must also be used in bathroom, toilets, kitchen and open balconies before the laying of new floor finishes.