Cementitious screeds – sand and cement mixtures applied to a base to provide a level surface – are tried and trusted. But they dry slowly. A typical sand and cement screed will dry at a rate of about 1 mm per day, assuming good site conditions and ventilation. That means a 60 mm screed could take two months before reaching acceptable moisture levels for floor finishes like vinyl, wood, or carpet.

And that’s under ideal conditions. In real-world sites where humidity fluctuates, ventilation is limited, or thicker screeds are required, drying can take even longer. The result?

• Delayed installations of floor coverings.
• Bottlenecks in the construction program.
• Increased costs due to extended site management.

For commercial projects with strict deadlines – or residential clients eager to move in – these delays are a major headache.