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5. The concrete is floated to form a level surface to build upon. 6. The inner leaf of the cavity wall is built up to floor level.
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7. Hardcore is laid to a minimum 100mm deep and compacted to form the base of the slab. 8. A blinding screed of sand is laid over the hardcore to prevent any sharp stones puncturing the damp proof membrane.
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9. A visquen damp proof membrane is laid over the sand blinding and lapped onto the inner leaf of brickwork. 10. Optional floor insulation may be installed at this stage.
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11. Concrete 100mm thick is laid to bring the slab up to the finished floor level. 12. The concrete is floated to a smooth level surface, suitable for tiling. Usually if you wish to lay a carpet then a screeded floor finish or self levelling compound is added to the floor after the conservatory is erected.
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