FAQs

Who is Central Flow Screed & Underfloor Heating?

Based in the West Midlands, Central Flow Screed is one of the UK’s leading installers of liquid screed. As approved contractors with the major screed suppliers we provide nationwide coverage and have over 15 years specific industry experience.

What depth of screed is recommended?

Bonded - 25mm
Unbonded - 30m
Over Matting - 35mm for domestic use and 40mm for commercial use.

Does underfloor heating take a long time to heat up and cool down?

A good quality underfloor heating system allows you to programme the times you want your heating on. The system uses the history which builds a pattern of your heating requirements.

How long does screed take to dry?

It would depend on the depth of the screed. Usually, our screed will have dried enough to walk on after 48 hours. You can load the floor with heavier items after about a week.

Can I fit underfloor heating myself?

Underfloor heating is a specialist job and at Central Flow, our engineers know exactly how to install your underfloor heating at the correct centres for your heat source. Costs that are cut in the preparation and installation of underfloor heating will be costly in the future, you only put your floors in once and you wouldn’t want to have to dig them back up.

I have a joisted timber floor, can I have underfloor heating?

There are forms of underfloor heating to fit every type of floor construction, as well as floor constructions that incorporate acoustic components.

Can you install underfloor heating upstairs?

Yes, we have several different systems that we use, depending on the floors structure.

Check out or underfloor heating page for more information: https://centralflowscreedufh.co.uk/underfloor-heating

Can I use solar or a wood burner with underfloor heating?

Yes! This will ensure the property runs effectively and is environmentally efficient.