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How to Get the Best Paving Jointing for Every Job!
Paving Jointing Products
GftK vdw 850plus
GftK vdw 850 plus is unique and the, 'State-of-the-Art' in paving jointing & repointing, which:
is 2nd-generation, 2-part, epoxy resin-based, no waiting for the weather, even apply in the rain,
wet-slurry applied & self-compacting,
no additional tooling & finishing, non-staining, easy clean, just rinse & brush off fast curing, high performance & extended durability, jet-washable etc.
GftK vdw 815plus
GftK vdw 815plus is the finer grade of GftK vdw 850 plus, designed for narrower paving joints from 3mm wide, including external porcelain tiles, with the same unique advantages:
'State-of-the-Art' for new & repointing, wet-slurry applied, self-compacting & no tooling,
non-staining, easy clean, just rinse & brush off with water, no waiting for the weather etc.
GftK vdw 800
GftK vdw 800 is the original and still ‘Best-in-Class’ of the 1st-generation, 2-part, epoxy resin paving jointing mortars. It has been widely used for almost 50 years (since 2007 in UK), especially for natural stone setts & cobbles. Note: like all 1st-gen. epoxy mortars, GftK vdw 800 will leave a temporary surface sheen that can stain porous stone (for non-staining use GftK vdw 850/815).
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GftK Patio Grout
Patio Grout is unique, the ‘Best-in-Class’ 1-part jointing on the market, with big advantages especially good for domestic patios & DIY application:
easier and faster to apply as a wet-slurry,
self-compacting, with no additional tooling or finishing required,
outstanding strengths and higher performance than any other 1-part compounds.
GftK vdw 840+
GftK’s vdw 840 plus is the professional 25kg size of GftK’s Patio Grout, 1-part jointing, which is:
- easier and faster to apply as a wet-slurry,
- self-compacting, with no additional tooling or finishing required,
- outstanding strengths, higher performance and durability, than any other 1-part compounds.
Which Paving Jointing Product to use.....?
Use this short Selection Guide, or for full information - Please read our fully detailed 'Paving Joint Selection' Buyers Guides.
| Product / Criteria | GftK vdw 850 plus | GftK vdw 815 plus | GftK vdw 800 | Patio Grout |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Type of Area | ||||
| Patios & Pathways | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Driveways & Parking Areas | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Limited¹ |
| Retail & Commercial | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | n/a |
| Town Centres & Highways | ✔ | n/a | ✔ | n/a |
| 2. Joint Dimensions (Width / Depth) | ||||
| >5mm / >20mm | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| >3mm / >20mm | ✖ | ✔ | ✖ | ✔ |
| 3. Traffic | ||||
| Pedestrian incl. cycles | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Parking - Cars & Vans | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Limited¹ |
| Frequent & Heavy Vehicles | ✔ | n/a | ✔ | n/a |
| 4. Type of Paving | ||||
| Natural Stone | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Concrete, Brick / Clay | ✔ | ✔ | ✖ | ✔ |
| External Porcelain Tiles (20mm) | ✔ | ✔ | ✖ | Limited² |
| 5. Site Conditions | ||||
| Apply in Dry Weather | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Apply in Damp Weather | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Apply in Wet Weather | ✔ | ✔ | ✖ | ✔ |
| 6. Risk of Staining | ||||
| Non-Staining | ✔ | ✔ | ✖ | ✔ |
| No Surface Sheen (Temporary#) | ✔ | ✔ | ✖ | ✔ |
| 7. Cleaning Exposure | ||||
| Suitable for Jet Washing | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Limited³ |
| 8. Installation Method | ||||
| Ready to use / wet-slurry apply | n/a | n/a | n/a | ✔ |
| Mix 2-Comp. + water, wet-slurry apply | n/a | n/a | ✔ | n/a |
| Mix 2-comp., wet-slurry apply | ✔ | ✔ | n/a | n/a |
Limited¹ Not designed for high load traffic
Limited² Not designed for direct jet washing (porcelain paving)
Limited³ Not designed to withstand direct jet washing
Temporary# - As all 1st-gen epoxy jointing, GftK vdw 800 will leave a surface sheen which will dissipate over time as it breaks down in UV light, please refer to the GftK vdw 800 Product Page.
GftK Special Products
GftK vdw VarioSand
GftK vdw VarioSand is the ‘Best-in-Class’ paving jointing sand specifically formulated using specially graded, fine alluvial sands, designed for ease of use and optimum consolidation in the narrow joints of ‘flexible’ unbound block paving. GftK vdw VarioSand is internally pre-stabilised to seal the surface of the joints and significantly reduce wash-out; and reduce weed growth.
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GftK vdw 870 Sand Stabilizer
GftK vdw 870 is a liquid applied sand stabiliser, designed to bind and effectively ‘stabilize’ fine kiln-dried sand used to fill the narrow joints in ‘flexible’ unbound block paving. GftK vdw 870 is a 1-part, acrylic vinyl copolymer emulsion, supplied ‘ready-to-use’, and it is spray or brush applied over the paved surface to consolidate, seal and protect the surface layer of sand in the joints.
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GftK vdw 855 Very Heavy Duty
GftK vdw 855 is a very heavy-duty grade of GftK vdw 800 , designed for limited areas of use with the highest loadings, such as in heavy specialist vehicle workshops and their hard-standing or turning areas. GftK vdw 855 requires min. 10° C for application, and min. joint dimensions of 7mm, wide and 30mm deep. Not available online as this product requires professional application.
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Case Studies
GftK vdw 850 plus Jointing: Porphyry Stone Driveway, Grappenhall, Cheshire
This driveway was designed in a traditional fan pattern with natural porphyry stone setts in its familiar mixed.,...
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GftK vdw 815 plus Grouting: Porcelain Patio & Pathways, Ayreshire, Scotland
The stylish and linear design of this garden in an exposed location, a few miles inland of Garvin on the...
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GftK vdw 850 plus Repointing: Sandstone Driveway in Warrington
The owner of this property in Warrington was so impressed with the new grouting carried out...
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What makes NCC Streetscape Different?
We provide the best paving jointing solutions for all types of paving in all types of areas, and joint sizes. This includes optimum solutions for jointing and repointing works in all domestic, commercial, and public paved areas.
We are the Exclusive UK & ROI Agents & Suppliers of GftK GmbH., the global technology leaders in paving jointing, with unique products that allow quick and easy application, even in wet weather, then provide high performance and extended durability for a long service life.
We provide FREE Expert Technical Advice to select the right product on every project, with additional guidance to prepare and successfully complete the job, including our renowned training and site support service.
We have a reputation for quality, reliability, and service, from professional paving and landscaping contractors, specifiers and authorities, as well as our and DIY customers.