Staenis grating vs Traditional Screed: Costs, Advantages and VAT benefits

Discover the advantages of the Staenis slat for screed installation. Save on renovation costs with VAT benefits and improve the life of your floor.

The customer asks for clarification about the costs and necessity of the Staenis grid and the decoupling mat compared to traditional screed, especially given the larger insulation layers and the possible VAT benefits for renovation. The customer also asks for an explanation of the differences between an adhesive screed and a floor construction with leveling compound.

The Staenis grille is indeed a cheaper option for surfaces under 40m2. For larger surfaces it is important to consider the quality. The Staenis slat offers the technical advantages of a screed with decoupling mat, which means that it offers more space and flexibility for the screed to move without causing damage. This is especially important as insulation layers get thicker.

As for the cost, the price for the Staenis grille is indeed higher, but keep in mind that this is a do-it-yourself solution. If you have the screed installed, you can indeed benefit from a reduced VAT rate for renovations, which would reduce costs.

As for the decoupling mat, although you have not experienced any problems without it in the past, it is a useful addition to prevent possible damage from movement in the screed, especially with the increasing thickness of insulation layers.

Finally, an adhesive screed is another option, but using leveling compound would be considerably more expensive. It all depends on your specific needs and budget.

What is the advantage of using a Staenis slat when installing screed?

The Staenis slat offers the technical properties of a screed with a decoupling mat. This means that the grid helps the screed to adhere better and absorb movement in the underlying layers, which can help prevent damage to the screed. This is especially important as the insulation layers get thicker, as the screed then has more room and clearance to move.

When is it financially advantageous to use a Staenis grille?

The use of a Staenis slat is financially advantageous for areas under 40m2. For larger surfaces it is important to also look at the quality, because the costs can then increase.

Why is a decoupling mat or a Staenis grating more often required when installing screed?

A decoupling mat or Staenis grille is now more often needed because the insulation layers are getting thicker. This gives the screed more room and slack to move, which can lead to faster damage. A decoupling mat or Staenis grid can absorb this movement and thus extend the life of the screed.

We hope that this explanation helps you make your choice. If you have any further questions or if you would like more information about the Staenis grating and the different floor structures, do not hesitate to contact us. We are always ready to assist you.

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