Everything you need to know about screed tripods for concrete floor leveling — how they work, what you need, and how much you can save by doing it yourself.
How do the tripods work?
Each tripod has an adjustable height screw. You set out the tripods in a grid and adjust them so their tops all sit at exactly the finished level of your floor. Then you pour your compound or screed mix and pull a straight edge across the tripod tops — the tripods act as precise, fixed guides that guarantee a flat result.
How many tripods do I need for my room size?
The 6-tripod kit suits small rooms, bathrooms, and hallways. For larger rooms, choose the 12-tripod kit, which also includes a free spiked roller and spiked shoes. If your project is very large, you can combine kits — the tripods work together in any number.
Do I need a laser level?
Yes. A laser level — such as a 4D laser level — is essential for setting each tripod to exactly the same height. You project a horizontal laser line across the room and adjust every tripod until the line hits the same reference mark on each one. This is what makes the system so accurate.
What subfloors do they work on?
Screed tripods work on both concrete and wood subfloors. Whether you are flattening a basement slab before new flooring or leveling a wooden subfloor, the same process applies: set the tripods to your finished height and screed to them.
Do I need special training to use them?
No. The system was designed for DIY homeowners, and no special training is needed. If you can operate a laser level and pull a straight edge, you can level a floor with tripods.
How much can I save compared to hiring a pro?
Leveling a floor yourself with tripods saves over 75% compared to hiring a flooring specialist. The kits are a one-time purchase, and the tripods are made from oxidation-resistant materials so you can reuse them on future projects.
How does shipping work?
Shipping is free within Canada and the USA. Please note that US customers are responsible for any extra duty and taxes on delivery.
Order your tripod kit today and start your level-floor project with confidence.