Floplast 170mm Xtraflo Gutter

About FloPlast 170mm Xtraflo Guttering

FloPlast 170mm Xtraflo guttering is the ultimate heavy-duty rainwater system, specifically engineered for commercial, industrial, and agricultural buildings. With its massive 170mm semi-elliptical profile, this system is designed to clear vast volumes of water from extremely large roof areas, such as warehouses, factories, apartment blocks, and large barn conversions. Despite its industrial size and strength, it retains the lightweight and low-maintenance benefits of premium uPVC. At Gutters.co.uk, we supply the complete FloPlast Xtraflo range, providing a high-performance commercial drainage solution with fast UK delivery.

Why Choose FloPlast 170mm Xtraflo?

Industrial Flow Capacity: The massive 170mm profile can handle extreme volumes of water, making it perfect for vast roof surface areas and torrential downpours. Fewer Downpipes Required: Because the system holds and channels water so efficiently, you can significantly reduce the number of downpipe drops needed around a large building. Vortex Drainage Power: The specifically designed outlets promote a vortex effect, drawing water down into the pipes faster and more efficiently than standard gravity-fed systems. Heavy-Duty Durability: Manufactured from thick, robust uPVC to withstand the harsh demands of commercial and agricultural environments without rusting or corroding. Simple Push-Fit Assembly: Even though it is an industrial-grade system, it still uses FloPlast’s user-friendly, pre-lubricated push-fit clips, saving contractors huge amounts of installation time compared to heavy metal alternatives.

FloPlast 170mm Xtraflo FAQ

What size downpipe do I use with the Xtraflo system? To handle the immense volume of water this guttering collects, the Xtraflo system is designed to connect directly to standard 110mm uPVC soil and drainage pipes.

Is this system suitable for standard domestic houses? Generally, no. At 170mm wide, Xtraflo will look disproportionately huge on a standard 3-bed or 4-bed home. It is specifically intended for commercial buildings, large agricultural barns, flats, and huge detached mansions with massive roof pitches. For standard homes that need extra capacity, we recommend the 115mm Hi-Cap system instead.

How far apart should the Xtraflo brackets be spaced? Because of the sheer weight of the water this massive profile can hold when full, correct support is absolutely critical. Fascia brackets must be spaced at a strict maximum of 1 metre apart. For buildings in highly exposed areas or locations prone to heavy snow, spacing must be reduced to 0.5 metres to prevent catastrophic sagging or failure.

Can I connect Xtraflo to other commercial guttering brands? FloPlast Xtraflo is highly compatible and can often be connected to other 170mm commercial plastic systems (such as Polypipe Polyflow or Hunter Highflo), making it an excellent choice for commercial repairs and warehouse extensions.