We have developed a range of products, meaning we can always offer a more suitable solution than an organisation that only provides a limited selection.

 For example, we offer three types of beam: “light,” “standard” and “9 inch.(Lightbeam+)” It may be that the most cost-effective way of satisfying load/span conditions would be to use a mixture of light and standard beam. If this is the case, our designers take this into account when proposing a plan for your project.

 This flexibility means that we help you to avoid carrying out additional works (like concreting double beams) that may result from pushing one type of product to its limit.

We have designed our beams to be either 150mm or 225mm deep so that they make coursing with standard brick and block easy. A 175mm tall beam, for example, would make coursing with standard bricks and blocks difficult.

There are many answers to this question, dependent on the situation. Broadly speaking: it is because we never compromise on quality.

A prominent example of this is our ‘light’ 150mm deep, narrow beam. These beams are conservative in cross-section whilst also having some capacity in hand. They are light and versatile and have superior loading capacities compared to competitor products. The beams also have tapers that allow for proper grouting, which means the floor can perform correctly.

 There is a tendency to make products, such as light beam, just on the limit of European standards, making them appear cheap when additional works and loss in quality are not considered.

 Everything produced by Floorspan is scrutinised so that we can guarantee quality and be proud of our output.

One way providers make their quotes seem cheaper is by not including essential materials in the quote.

Slip bricks are great example of this. By keeping the number of slip bricks to a minimum, or by not including them at all, the bottom line given on a quote seems cheaper. However, this can result in inconvenience, cost or delay later.

 Floorspan maintain an attitude of transparency in all aspects of our business. Our belief is that if we are clear about what you need to achieve a quality build, then you will have the tools you need to complete your project

Reducing the number of Air bricks and vents to a minimum, or not including them in a quotation will cheapen it. Floorspan believes in quoting on everything you need, not just the bare minimum we can get away with. It is generally beneficial to install more than the theoretical minimum if stagnant air pockets are to be avoided in your sub floor, so we always supply sufficient air bricks and vents.

We always base our floor designs on what is best for the build overall rather than what is best for our bottom line. A company not doing this may request additional foundations to reduce the number of beams necessary, thus making the quote look cheaper and not truly dealing with the problem.

Floorspan believes that working with the architect/engineer is the best way of getting you value in the long run.