Flowpoint Standard

Flowpoint paving grout from Ultrascape can be used with a wide range of paving materials, including sandstone, Indian stone, slate, limestone (excluding darker varieties), granite setts, concrete slabs, clay pavers, and other natural or man-made stones. For low-porosity porcelain or narrow joints, dedicated grades such as Flowpoint Fine, Smooth, or Porcelpoint are recommended, with Porcelpoint specifically designed for porcelain tiles, slabs, and stone. For best results, pre-seal slabs with a temporary pre-grout sealer to prevent staining, reduce efflorescence, and protect the paving during installation, ensuring a clean, durable, and long-lasting finish.

As a cementitious-based grout, Flowpoint is impermeable once set, meaning water cannot pass through it to the bedding beneath. Instead, surface water drains efficiently over patios or paved areas via drainage systems such as ACO drains, directing water safely into the general water course. This impermeable quality helps protect the underlying bedding from water damage, reduces the risk of joint erosion, and contributes to the long-term durability and stability of paved surfaces, making Flowpoint ideal for both domestic and commercial paving projects.

No, Flowpoint paving grout will not stain when properly installed and the manufacturer’s instructions are followed. To prevent stains or efflorescence, start by cleaning the paving and dampening joints and surfaces, ensuring there is no pooled water in the joints—use a leaf blower to remove any standing water if necessary. Keep the area lightly misted during application, and use a rubber squeegee to remove excess grout immediately. Once the grout has hardened (around 15-30 minutes), thoroughly clean the paving with a sponge machine or brush and plenty of water to remove any residue. Proper preparation and cleaning ensure a durable, stain-free finish.

Flowpoint paving grout from Ultrascape is available in a wide range of specialist grades and colours to suit different paving materials, joint widths, depths, and finishes. Flowpoint Standard is a versatile, general-purpose grout, while Flowpoint Smooth and Premium Smooth provide a refined, ultra-smooth finish ideal for porcelain and smooth stone. Flowpoint Fine is designed for narrow joints, especially porcelain, and Porcelpoint is formulated specifically for low-porosity porcelain tiles and slabs. Flowpoint Eco contains 20% recycled glass for an environmentally friendly option, and Premium offers two highly pigmented new colours, Limestone and Stone Grey. Flowpoint Standard, Smooth, Eco, and Fine are supplied in Natural Grey and Charcoal, while Premium, Premium Smooth, and Porcelpoint come in Limestone and Stone Grey. Ultrascape Flowpoint Paving Grout is designed complement sandstone, slate, limestone, granite, concrete, and porcelain. All grades provide a durable, stain-resistant, and professional finish for patios, driveways, pathways, and commercial paving projects.

The quickest way to calculate how much Flowpoint or Porcelpoint grout you need is to use the handy coverage calculator on each product page before adding grout to your cart. Once you’ve selected the correct grade for your project, enter the paving area, slab size, and joint dimensions to see exactly how many bags or tubs are required. If you need assistance, simply contact us with your measurements and we’ll calculate the quantity for you. For larger projects, buying Flowpoint or Porcelpoint in bulk can save you money, with full pallet orders often benefiting from free delivery. Call us today on 0330 122 1025 for help or to discuss pallet deals.

Yes. Before laying your slabs, we highly recommend using a high-spec slurry primer such as Pro-Prime Slurry Primer to securely fix each slab to the bedding layer below, this prevents de-bonding and efflorescence. Be sure to trowel 3mm the full underside of each slab, and the bedding layer - wet to wet, before fixing it in place.

When using Flowpoint grout or Porcelpoint, it’s not absolutely necessary to seal the paving first. However, in our experience - if you’re using more porous stones – such as slate or black granite, or softer natural stone - pre-sealing the pavers with ProJoint Pre-Grout Sealer can seriously help to prevent grout staining.

Ultrascape recently launched a Flowpoint Premium range of two new colour options. You may have noticed that it’s slightly more expensive than the other grouts in the range. While the formula itself is exactly the same, the price difference is down to the alternative grout colours in this range. Specialist pigments are used to create the colours Limestone and Stone Grey in their purest forms. It is these dyes that are more expensive, which is then reflected in the final price.

Flowpoint and Porcelpoint grouts can be applied in most weather, but perform best on cooler days, which helps keep joints damp and prevents premature hardening. Avoid grouting if joints are filling with water or temperatures are below 5ºC. In warm conditions above 20ºC, grout can set in as little as 15 minutes, so it’s best to work early morning, late afternoon, or in smaller sections. In cold weather, wait until temperatures are rising, mix longer to generate heat, and allow extra curing time. Always keep surfaces damp, monitor curing, and check grout is touch-dry before cleaning for a durable, professional finish.

To achieve a professional finish, start by cleaning and dampening paving surfaces and joints, removing any debris or pooled water. Mix Flowpoint with the specified water (4.25 L for Standard, ECO, Smooth, and Premium; 3.4 L for Fine and Porcelpoint) using a paddle or force-action mixer for 3–5 minutes until smooth and lump-free. Apply immediately while surfaces remain damp, forcing the grout into joints with a rubber squeegee, moving continuously to fill any sunken areas. Keep the slabs lightly misted to prevent hardening. Once joints are touch-dry (around 15-30 minutes), clean the surface thoroughly with a sponge machine, pedalo, jet-washer or brush and water to remove residue. Pavers are walkable after 1 hour and ready for vehicle traffic after 4 hours. Proper damping, timely cleaning, and careful application ensure a durable, stain-free, and professional finish.

Flowpoint Premium is a rapid-setting, cement-based paving grout for suitable natural stone, porcelain, concrete flags and granite setts. The flowable mix helps fill the joints, while the correct grade, paving build-up and application method all matter to the finished result. The existing range information describes a service life of up to 40 years when correctly installed, for domestic and commercial projects. Choose the grade by joint dimensions as well as colour. Premium Standard suits joints 5–50mm wide; Premium Smooth has a finer aggregate for joints 3–50mm wide. Both have a joint-depth range of 20–200mm. The 2mm minimum applies to Fine and Porcelpoint, not Premium Smooth. Premium Smooth comes in Limestone, Stone Grey and Yorkstone. Trial the grout and preparation method on your paving before wider use. A temporary pre-grout sealer can help protect the surface during grouting; follow its preparation instructions. Without temporary pre-sealer, dampen paving and joints and remove standing water. Work the grout into the joints with a squeegee and clean thoroughly once the joints are sufficiently firm. Initial set is not the same as working time: check the current bag instructions and joint firmness rather than washing by the clock alone.

Flowpoint Premium can be used with natural stone, including sandstone, Indian stone, slate and granite setts, as well as concrete slabs, porcelain and clay pavers. Check the grade for suitability against your paving and joint dimensions: Premium Standard suits joints 5–50mm wide, while Premium Smooth has finer aggregate for joints 3–50mm wide. Both suit joints 20–200mm deep. Porcelpoint is another option for porcelain with joints from 2mm. Take care with porous or sensitive stone, particularly before using cement-based grout on black or dark limestone because of the risk of oxidation and colour changes. A compatible temporary pre-grout sealer can help reduce this type of efflorescence, oxidisation or grout staining and make clean-down easier. Trial the grout, sealer and cleaning method together on a small, inconspicuous area first. Follow the sealer's preparation and drying instructions – as the instructions can differ, and remove all grout residue once the joints are sufficiently firm. Temporary sealers include: Tile Rite Patio Prep, Joint-It Pro Seal & Nexus ProJoint Pre-Grout Stone & Porcelain Paving Sealer.

As a cementitious-based grout, Flowpoint Premium is impermeable once set, meaning water cannot pass through it to the bedding beneath. Instead, surface water drains efficiently over patios or paved areas via drainage systems such as ACO drains, directing water safely into the general water course. This impermeable quality helps protect the underlying bedding from water damage, reduces the risk of joint erosion, and contributes to the long-term durability and stability of paved surfaces, making Flowpoint Premium and Porcelpoint ideal for both domestic and commercial paving projects.

Flowpoint should not stain pavers when used correctly and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. However, a temporary sealer, such as Tile Rite Patio Prep, Joint-It ProSeal or Nexus ProJoint Pre-Grout Sealer, may help protect the surface and make cleaning up residue easier. Many contractors find that using a suitable temporary sealer makes cleaning up after grouting much easier. However, it is not a guarantee against staining, grout haze or efflorescence, and it does not replace careful application and thorough cleaning. Always test the grout and sealer together on a small, inconspicuous area first, following the manufacturer's preparation and drying instructions. If you're unsure which approach is best for your stone, call us on 0330 122 1025. We're happy to talk it through.

Choose Flowpoint by joint dimensions, paving material, colour and the finish you want. Standard, ECO and Premium Standard suit joints 5–50mm wide. Smooth and Premium Smooth have finer aggregate for joints 3–50mm wide. Fine starts at 2mm, while Porcelpoint is another option for porcelain with joints from 2mm. The joint-depth range shown in our comparison is 20–200mm; check the current instructions for the exact product before starting. Standard, Smooth, ECO and Fine are offered in Natural Grey and Charcoal. Premium Standard and Premium Smooth offer Stone Grey, Limestone and Yorkstone; the Porcelpoint range information lists Stone Grey and Limestone. ECO contains 20% recycled glass. For Premium Smooth, choose Stone Grey for a neutral grey joint, Limestone for a warm cream/buff tone, or Yorkstone for a warm buff tone alongside golden or honey-coloured paving. A colour match does not establish surface suitability: check your paving and build-up and trial first, particularly on natural stone. Ask us before using cement-based grout with black or dark limestone.

The quickest way to calculate how much Flowpoint or Porcelpoint grout you need is to use the handy coverage calculator on each product page before adding grout to your basket. Once you’ve selected the correct grade for your project, enter the paving area, slab size, and joint dimensions to see exactly how many bags or tubs are required. If you need assistance, simply contact us with your measurements and we’ll calculate the quantity for you. For larger projects, buying Flowpoint or Porcelpoint in bulk can save you money, with full pallet orders often benefiting from free delivery. Call us today on 0330 122 1025 for help or to discuss pallet deals.

Yes. A slurry primer is used when laying the paving, to improve bond to the bed & paving, as well as helping to reduce efflorescence and staining. We recommend a suitable bonding primer, such as UltraScape Pro-Prime, as part of the appropriate bedding system to help the slabs bond to the bedding mortar. Apply it at 2-3mm thick, to the underside of the slabs and lay them onto the bedding mortar using the wet-on-wet method, following the primer's current application instructions for preparation, thickness and coverage. If your paving is already laid, you do not add slurry primer to the top of the slabs before applying Flowpoint. However, a temporary pre-grout sealer can help protect the paving surface and reduce grout haze during grouting.

Not necessarily. A temporary sealer such as Tile Rite Patio Prep, Joint-It ProSeal or Nexus ProJoint Pre-Grout Sealer, can help reduce staining, grout haze and efflorescence and make residue easier to wash off. Many of our contractors swear by a temporary sealer, as it makes clean up so much easier. It is not a guarantee against staining, oxidation or efflorescence, and it does not replace careful application and cleaning.

The Premium range offers alternative colours to the Natural Grey and Charcoal options in other Flowpoint grades. Premium Standard and Premium Smooth include Limestone, Stone Grey and Yorkstone, giving you a choice of warm cream/buff, neutral grey and warm buff tones. Specialist pigments contribute to the price of these colour options. Compare the grade as well as the colour when choosing: Premium Standard has a coarser aggregate and starts at 5mm joints, while Premium Smooth uses finer aggregate for joints from 3mm. We would not describe every grade as exactly the same formula. Check the pack size and your required quantity when comparing bag and pallet prices.

Temperature, sun and rainfall affect how quickly Flowpoint sets and how much time you have for application and cleaning. In warmer conditions, work in manageable sections and organise clean-down before mixing. Cooler conditions slow setting, so check joint firmness rather than relying on a fixed washing-off time. Light rain can be suitable, but do not start with joints full of standing water. Avoid frost risk and follow the current product instructions for minimum application temperature and any restrictions on direct sunlight. The range includes different grades, so do not assume one weather limit or working time applies to every bag or tub. Without temporary pre-sealer, keep paving damp but not saturated; with a pre-sealer, follow its preparation instructions. Never add extra water or remix grout that has begun to set.

For both Flowpoint Premium Standard and Premium Smooth, start with properly cured bedding and clean joints. Premium Standard suits joints 5–50mm wide, while Premium Smooth has a finer aggregate for joints 3–50mm wide. Both need joints 20–200mm deep. Trial the grout and your preparation method on the paving before wider use. Without a temporary pre-grout sealer, dampen the paving and joints, remove standing water and keep the surface damp during application. If using a temporary pre-grout sealer, follow its preparation instructions rather than automatically pre-soaking. Use 4.25 litres of clean water per 25kg bag for either Premium Standard or Premium Smooth. Add the powder gradually to the water and mix for 3–5 minutes until smooth and pourable. Check the current bag instructions before starting. Do not use a mixing ratio intended for a different grade or pack size. Apply promptly and work the grout fully into the joints with a rubber squeegee. Top up sunken joints and remove excess grout. Once the joints are sufficiently firm, wash the paving thoroughly with suitable cleaning equipment and clean water, leaving no grout residue on the surface. Check joint firmness rather than starting clean-down simply because a set number of minutes has passed. Working time is not the same as initial set. Plan manageable batches, organise application and clean-down before mixing, and follow the current bag instructions for working time, traffic access and weather limits. Warmer conditions speed setting up; cooler conditions slow it down. Never add extra water or remix grout that has begun to set. Wear gloves and eye protection: wet cement can cause serious skin burns.