An alternative solution is to lay chipboard (or similar) on sheets of semi-rigid insulation. A thin levelling screed may be necessary below the insulation to even out the camber on the beams.
Floor finish
A concrete floor can be finished with a sand and cement screed. The addition of a floating floor can provide good resistance to impact sound (from footsteps, etc.). This usually involves separating the floor finish from the structure by a thin layer of resilient material, i.e. a material that will return to its original size after being compressed. One way of doing this is to lay a sand/ cement screed on a mineral fibre quilt with a paper backing (to prevent the screed entering the fibres). Some sheet foam materials are also suitable. To prevent the screed from cracking it should be at least 65mm thick and reinforced with a fine galvanised mesh.
An alternative solution is to lay chipboard (or similar) on sheets of semi-rigid insulation. A thin levelling screed may be necessary below the insulation to even out the camber on the beams.
An alternative solution is to lay chipboard (or similar) on sheets of semi-rigid insulation. A thin levelling screed may be necessary below the insulation to even out the camber on the beams.
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