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Flexovit Abrasives at Tooled-Up.com

Tooled-Up.com stocks a comprehensive selection of Flexovit abrasives, representing one of the most trusted names in surface preparation and finishing products available to UK tradespeople and DIY enthusiasts. As a world-leading manufacturer of abrasive solutions, Flexovit has built an exceptional reputation for delivering consistent, high-performance results across sanding, grinding, and polishing applications. The Flexovit range at Tooled-Up includes an extensive collection of sandpaper, sanding rolls, sanding belts, sanding discs, and specialist finishing materials designed to tackle everything from aggressive material removal to fine finishing work across wood, metal, paint, and composite surfaces.

The heart of the Flexovit collection centres on versatile aluminium oxide abrasives – recognised for their excellent durability and cutting performance. Tooled-Up stocks multiple formats including general purpose sanding rolls, high performance finishing rolls, and aluminium oxide sanding paper rolls in various grits to suit different stages of any project. For power tool users, the selection includes sanding belts in popular sizes such as 75mm x 533mm, 75mm x 457mm, and 100mm x 610mm, alongside specialist 13mm x 454mm Powerfile belts for detailed work in confined spaces and intricate profiles.

Beyond traditional sheet abrasives, Flexovit products available from Tooled-Up.com include modern 125mm hook and loop sanding discs – offered both in convenient dispenser packs and bulk quantities – along with aluminium oxide fibre discs, drill-mounted sanding discs, and various pre-cut sheets compatible with orbital and delta sanders. The range also encompasses essential accessories including hook and loop sanding blocks, sanding sponges for contoured surfaces, emery cloth, and waterproof sandpaper for wet sanding applications. For those working with ceramic tiles, Tooled-Up carries the Flexovit Clipper TT200EM Pro Table Tile Saw, demonstrating the brand's commitment to providing complete surface preparation and cutting solutions.

About Flexovit

Flexovit's history began in the Dutch city of Enschede, where the company was originally established as Slijptechniek. Following significant international expansion throughout the 1960s and 1970s, the business rebranded as Flexovit in 1984 – a name derived from the Dutch word "Flex" (meaning grinder) and the French word "Vitesse" (meaning speed). This rebrand reflected the company's evolution from a regional manufacturer to a globally recognised abrasives specialist.

Today, Flexovit operates as part of the Saint-Gobain portfolio, one of the world's largest and most respected building materials groups. This partnership has enabled Flexovit to maintain its position as one of the leading global suppliers of abrasive products, manufacturing all three major abrasive types: bonded abrasives (both resinoid and vitrified), diamond products, and coated abrasives. With manufacturing facilities and distribution networks spanning multiple continents, Flexovit serves diverse market sectors including construction, automotive, marine, manufacturing, decorating, and DIY, providing reliable solutions trusted by professionals across the UK and beyond.

Who Uses Flexovit Abrasives?

• Carpenters and joiners preparing timber surfaces for finishing
• Cabinet makers requiring fine finishing on furniture and bespoke joinery
• Painters and decorators preparing surfaces and smoothing between coats
• Metal fabricators finishing welds, removing rust and preparing steel surfaces
• Automotive body shop technicians preparing panels for paint and removing old finishes
• Boat builders and marine engineers maintaining and refinishing fibreglass and timber surfaces
• Floor fitters preparing and finishing hardwood flooring installations
• General builders smoothing plaster, preparing woodwork and general site finishing tasks
• Manufacturing operatives in production environments requiring consistent surface preparation
• DIY enthusiasts tackling home renovation, furniture restoration and general maintenance projects

Why Choose Flexovit Abrasives?

Flexovit has earned its reputation as a premium abrasives manufacturer through decades of consistent quality and innovation. The brand's commitment to rigorous quality control means that each sanding product delivers reliable, predictable performance – a critical factor for professional tradespeople who depend on consistent results and cannot afford product failures that waste time and materials. Flexovit abrasives are engineered to maintain their cutting efficiency throughout their lifespan, reducing the frequency of abrasive changes and improving overall productivity on site or in the workshop.

The depth of research and development behind Flexovit products sets them apart in the abrasives market. As part of the Saint-Gobain group, Flexovit benefits from substantial investment in manufacturing technology and materials science, resulting in abrasives that cut faster, last longer, and produce superior surface finishes compared to budget alternatives. Whether using aluminium oxide papers for general purpose sanding or silicon carbide products for fine finishing work, the Flexovit product range is designed to meet the exacting standards of professional users whilst remaining accessible to serious DIY enthusiasts.

Value for money represents another key advantage of choosing Flexovit. Whilst not the cheapest option on the shelf, Flexovit abrasives typically outlast economy alternatives by significant margins, meaning the cost per surface area prepared is often lower despite the higher initial purchase price. This durability, combined with the brand's reputation for delivering consistent quality across its entire product range, has made Flexovit a trusted name in UK trade supplies for generations.

Perfect for Your Job

Flexovit abrasives excel across an exceptionally wide range of applications and materials. In woodworking environments, Flexovit sanding products provide reliable performance from initial stock preparation through multiple stages of progressive sanding to achieve mirror-smooth finishes ready for staining, oiling or varnishing. The aluminium oxide formulations work particularly well on hardwoods, softwoods, MDF, and engineered boards, whilst the availability of different backing materials – from paper to cloth – allows users to select the most appropriate product for hand sanding, power sanding, or specialist applications.

For metalwork applications, the Flexovit range handles everything from aggressive material removal and weld cleaning to fine surface preparation prior to painting or powder coating. The fibre disc options work excellently with angle grinders for rapid stock removal on steel fabrications, whilst finer grits on flexible backings allow for detailed finishing work on automotive panels, marine fittings, and architectural metalwork. The waterproof sandpaper in the range is particularly valuable for wet sanding applications common in automotive refinishing and high-quality paintwork preparation.

Surface preparation for painting and decorating represents another area where Flexovit abrasives demonstrate their versatility. Whether de-nibbing between coats on interior joinery, preparing exterior timber for weatherproof coatings, or smoothing filled areas on walls and ceilings, the appropriate Flexovit product delivers the required surface profile efficiently. The availability of convenient formats like multi sanding sheets for orbital sanders and hook and loop discs for random orbital sanders ensures compatibility with the power tools most commonly used by decorating professionals across the UK.

Types of Flexovit Abrasives

Sandpaper and Sheets

The Flexovit sandpaper collection includes aluminium oxide sandpaper for general purpose use, silicon carbide finishing sandpaper for fine work, and waterproof sandpaper for wet sanding applications. Available in sheet form for hand sanding or cutting to size, as well as pre-cut formats including orbital sanding sheets, multi sanding sheets, and delta sanding sheets for detail sanders.

Sanding Rolls

Flexovit sanding rolls provide economical solutions for users requiring larger quantities of abrasive material. Available options include general purpose sanding rolls, high performance finishing sanding rolls, and aluminium oxide sanding paper rolls that can be cut to custom lengths, making them ideal for both workshop and site use where flexibility is required.

Sanding Belts

The sanding belt range covers the most popular sizes for portable and bench-mounted belt sanders, including 75mm x 533mm, 75mm x 457mm, and 100mm x 610mm belts suitable for rapid stock removal and surface preparation. Specialist 13mm x 454mm Powerfile sanding belts are also stocked for detailed work in confined spaces and intricate profiles.

Sanding Discs

Flexovit sanding discs are available in multiple fixing systems to suit different power tools. The 125mm hook and loop sanding discs offer quick changing and reusability with random orbital sanders, available in convenient dispenser packs or bulk quantities. Also stocked are aluminium oxide fibre discs for angle grinder applications, drill-mounted sanding discs for drill attachments, and abrasive flap discs for finishing work.

Sanding Accessories

Complete your sanding setup with Flexovit accessories including hook and loop sanding blocks, sanding sponges for contoured surfaces, emery cloth sanding sheets, and backing pads for drill attachments. These complementary products ensure you have the right tool for every sanding application.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Flexovit a good brand?

Yes, Flexovit is recognised as one of the world's leading abrasives manufacturers with a reputation built over decades of supplying professional tradespeople. As part of the Saint-Gobain group, Flexovit benefits from substantial research and development investment, resulting in consistently high-quality products trusted across construction, manufacturing, automotive and marine sectors throughout the UK and internationally.

Where is Flexovit made?

Flexovit originated in Enschede, the Netherlands, and now operates manufacturing facilities in multiple countries as part of the global Saint-Gobain network. Products are manufactured to consistent quality standards regardless of production location, ensuring reliable performance across the entire range.

What's the difference between aluminium oxide and silicon carbide abrasives?

Aluminium oxide abrasives are tougher and more durable, making them ideal for general purpose sanding of wood, metal and painted surfaces. Silicon carbide is harder and sharper, making it better suited for fine finishing work, particularly on harder materials, paints and between coats where a superior surface finish is required.

What grit should I use for different sanding stages?

For rough material removal and initial preparation, start with coarse grits (40-60). Progress to medium grits (80-120) for general smoothing and removing scratches from coarser abrasives. Fine grits (150-240) prepare surfaces for finishing, whilst very fine grits (320+) are used for final finishing, between-coat sanding and achieving smooth surfaces ready for high-quality paint or clear finishes.

Can I use Flexovit sanding discs with any brand of sander?

Flexovit hook and loop sanding discs are compatible with any random orbital sander featuring hook and loop (Velcro-style) backing pads in the corresponding size. Similarly, clip-on sanding sheets fit any orbital sander using the standard clip fixing system. Always check the disc or sheet size matches your tool's backing pad diameter before purchasing.