A structural screed is a layer of concrete that is placed as the top or outer layer of preformed concrete flooring. To be considered to be a structural screed instead of a non-structural screed this layer must included reinforcing fibers or components like a steel mesh.

What is a screed in building?

In the United States, screeding is the process a person called a concrete finisher performs by cutting off excess wet concrete to bring the top surface of a slab to the proper grade and smoothness. A power concrete screed has a gasoline motor attached, which helps smooth and vibrate concrete as it is flattened.

What are the different types of screed?

There are three main types of screed that are used in the marketplace, Bonded, Unbonded and Floating Screeds. Here is a brief Description of each of these and the main difference between them.