🧱 Screeding & Sand and Cement Bedding Services in Sutherland Shire

At Paiva Tiling Co, we specialise in expert screeding and sand & cement bedding for residential and commercial tiling projects across Sutherland Shire, including Cronulla, Menai, Miranda, and surrounding suburbs.

🏗️ What Is Screeding and Sand & Cement Bedding?

Screeding is the process of applying a sand-cement mix to a floor to create a level surface that supports your tiles. It forms the foundation beneath the tiles, ensuring stability, proper drainage (if needed), and long-term durability.
Sand and Cement Bedding is commonly used outdoors or for uneven subfloors — this thicker mortar bed is hand-shaped and set to fall where required.

The most common type we use is traditional sand & cement mix (usually in a 3:1 or 4:1 ratio), sometimes reinforced with mesh for extra strength.

⚠️ Why Screeding Is Important Before Tiling

• Creates a perfectly level surface for your tiles, especially critical for large-format tiles

• Corrects uneven or sloped floors (particularly in older homes or exterior areas)

• Supports proper drainage in wet areas, balconies, and bathrooms

• Prevents tile movement, cracking, or lipping

• Maximises adhesion of tile adhesive to a solid, stable base

Without proper screeding or bedding, even the best tile job can fail.

✅ Why Choose Paiva Tiling Co for Screeding

• We’re local to Sutherland Shire — working regularly in Cronulla, Caringbah, Engadine, Loftus, Miranda, Menai, Woolooware, and more

• All work is completed to AS 3958.1 tiling standards

• We use quality materials, including washed tiling sand, high-strength cement, and optional mesh reinforcement

• Our team prepares every surface by hand with precision — ensuring your tiles sit flat, bond well, and last for years

• We also coordinate waterproofing and tiling after screeding, providing a full-service experience from start to finish