Porcelain Paving - Jointing, Cleaning & Sealing
Porcelain Paving Joint Selection Guide
Please use this table to select the best jointing product for your porcelain paving, then the products are available to purchase in our Online Shop.
| GftK Jointing Mortar Product / Porcelain Joint Criteria | Patio Grout | GftK vdw 850 plus | GftK vdw 815 plus | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Type of Area | ||||
| Domestic Patios & Pathways | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Domestic Driveways & Parking Areas | Limited¹ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| 2. Joint Dimensions (Width / Depth) | ||||
| For Joints >5mm / >20mm | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| For Narrow Joints>3mm / >20mm | ✔ | ✖ | ✔ | |
| 3. Traffic | ||||
| Pedestrian incl. cycles etc. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Domestic Parking - Cars & Vans | Limited¹ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| 4. Site Conditions | ||||
| Apply in Dry Weather & Forecast | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Apply in Damp & Wet Weather | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| 5. Risk of Staining | ||||
| Non-Staining, Stain-free Finish | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| 6. Cleaning Exposure | ||||
| Suitable for Jet Washing | Limited2 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| 7. Installation Method | ||||
| Ready to use / wet-slurry apply | ✔ | n/a | n/a | |
| Mix 2-parts, wet-slurry apply | n/a | ✔ | ✔ | |
Limited¹ Not designed for heavy traffic loading
Limited² Not designed for direct jet washing (frequently required to maintain porcelain paving)
Porcelain Jointing Products
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 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.
Porcelain Surface Tratment Products (Cleaners and Sealers)
Porcelain Cleaner (Aftercare)
Frequent / Regular Porcelain Paving Cleaning
For porcelain aftercare & regular cleaning.
A pH-neutral cleaner ideal for regular maintenance of porcelain and ceramic tiles, both indoors and outdoors.
View product detailPorcelain Intensive Cleaner
Intensive (Heavy Duty) Porcelain Paving Cleaning
For heavy staining/dirt build up removal from porcelain.
Designed for deep cleaning external porcelain tile paving, tackling heavy dirt, stains, and organic matt er buildup.
View product detailNCC Porcelain Protector
Porcelain Surface Protection
For reduced dirt build-up & ease of cleaning porcelain, pre- & post- grouting.
An easy solution to prevent surface staining and to make cleaning these surfaces a breeze, by using NCC Porcelain Protector.
View product detailPorcelain Protect & Enhance (Gloss)
Porcelain Protect & Enhance (Gloss Finish)
For reduced dirt build-up & ease of cleaning, plus an enhanced gloss finish, post- grouting.
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View product detailPlease also refer to our 'Buyers Guides' pages
'More Questions? - No Problem - Happy to help!
Call our specialists: 01257 266696 or Email: sales@nccstreetscape.co.uk
(A few pictures can often help to explain your requirements)
Case Studies
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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 for all joint sizes, including the optimum solutions for both new and repointing works in all domestic, commercial, and public paved areas, plus:
We are the Exclusive UK & ROI Agents & Suppliers of GftK ’s unique paving jointing technologies. GftK, are the global market and technology leaders in paving jointing, giving our customers quick and easy application, including in wet weather, plus high performance and durability for sustainability with an extended service life.
We provide FREE Expert Technical Advice to select the right jointing product on every paving project, with additional guidance to plan, prepare and successfully complete the job, including our renowned site support service.
Our business is based on trust & long-term relationships, with a reputation for quality, reliability, and service from public authorities, specifying architects and engineers, as well as with our professional paving and landscaping contractor and DIY customers.