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What Are FF and FL Numbers
What Are FF and FL Numbers
FF/FL numbers
Floor flatness (FF) controls the bumpiness of the floor surface and is
primarily affected by the finishing operations after screeding, including
restraightening and power floating. Essentially, FF numbers evaluate the
elevation differences along a sample line at one-foot intervals. F numbers
extend from zero to infinity so the higher the F number, the flatter the floor.
Floor levelness (FL) controls the departure of the floor surface from the
specified slope or plane of the surface. FL numbers evaluate the elevation
differences along a sample line at 10-foot intervals. The higher the
FL number, the more level the floor. Levelness of the edge forms and the
accuracy of the concrete screeding operation control the overall levelness
of the floor. A self-propelled, laser-guided screed can routinely
create FL numbers of about 35 and higher.
Routinely placing very flat and super flat floors requires an understanding
of floor flatness and how to properly use the equipment. More importantly, it
requires practice and continuous self-evaluation. Always review your
FF/FL numbers and critique your placing and finishing techniques. Then
make adjustments and improve on your next placement.