Building Sand
Building Sand, also known as Plasterer’s sand, Masonry sand, or Bricklayer’s sand, is easily distinguishable for its finer grade and small, even particles. Building sand is the type of sand found at the bottom of riverbeds, making up beaches, and lying across the lake and ocean floors. Building sand is made up of small particles from decomposed rock (silica quartz), coral, minerals, and shells but the exact composition will vary depending on local rock sources and conditions during the formation of the pebbles.
Builder’s Sand and sharp sand are frequently used for projects that involve brickwork, paving, mixing mortar, and smoothing floors. The difference between sharp sand and building sand is that builder's sand is a finer grade than sharp sand, with smaller particles. Building sand is most commonly used for bricklaying. Mixed with water and cement, it creates bricklaying mortar, which will allow the fusion of bricks together. Building sand is often mixed with water and cement to make mortar for laying bricks, patio slabs/packs, and blocks.
We source our building sand from some of the UK’s leading suppliers, ensuring that all our products are of the highest quality and priced at extremely competitive, cost-effective rates. We sell various types, such as red or yellow building sand and soft building sand. Our sand is typically sold in either bulk bags, which have a minimum fill of 800kg, or poly bags, which are 25kg.
If you cannot find the product you require or are unsure of which product to use, please contact your local branch for assistance. Locate your branch using our branch locator. Alternatively, book an appointment with an expert.
