What affects the cost?
Floor screeding prices depend on screed type, thickness, area, reinforcement, substrate preparation and local labour. The 2026 source separates screed material rates from labour, so this guide keeps those components visible rather than presenting them as one opaque figure.
- Traditional, liquid or fast-drying screed
- Thickness
- Mesh reinforcement
- Area of floor
- Substrate preparation
- Underfloor heating integration
- Regional labour costs
Typical cost breakdown
Sources used for this guide
Floor Screeding: Cost Breakdown 2026
Published / checked: May 2026
Used for: Traditional, reinforced, liquid and fast-drying screed material and labour benchmarks
Frequently asked questions
How much does floor screeding cost per square metre?
The current 2026 guide gives an average of about £33 per m² including materials and labour. Individual screed materials commonly sit around £18–£30 per m², with labour around £12–£16 per m².
Is liquid screed more expensive?
The current material benchmark is around £19–£24 per m² for liquid screed, before labour. The final project cost also depends on thickness, preparation and area.
Can screed be used with underfloor heating?
Yes. Liquid screed is commonly used around underfloor-heating pipework because it flows around the system and creates good contact, but the full build-up must be specified correctly.
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