How can I test for Laitance?


The easiest way to test for laitance is to scrape the surface of your floor with a knife. If a powdery substance can be scraped from the floor, laitance is present.

If you wish to determine the depth of laitance use a screwdriver or similar to score the surface until the main aggregate is reached.


If you require an accurate measurement you can use scratch-testing equipment.