Our Bricklayers Sand comes from the upper North Island East Coast. It is the first choice for brickwork, where the finished look of the mortar is important. If you are doing block work where the aesthetic look of the mortar is not vital, then 2mm river sand is just fine – it is also the cheapest option for making mortar.
Bricklayers Sand Info
1. Bricklayers Sand
2. 1mm Fine River Sand
3. 2mm Medium River Sand
Please note that Bricklayers sand is the most expensive of the 3 options while 2mm river sand is the cheapest. The difference is the Bricklayers Sand is lighter in colour and retains it colour longest while the 2mm river sand isn’t as smooth and is darker and as the mortar weathers it will become more grainy and will darken over time if exposed to the elements.
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Sand Description & Application
Sand by Application | Primary Sand | Other Possible Sand Options | Characteristics |
Builders Sand | 2mm River Sand | 1mm River Sand / East Coast Sand | Perfect sand matrix for concrete and mortar mixes, and it is also the cheapest option. Also called No.1 and Washed Mixed Sand. |
Builders Mix (BM20) | Concrete Aggregates - 20mm | BM7 | Suitable for most DIY concrete applications. |
Plasterers Sand | 1mm Fine River Sand | 2mm River Sand and East Coast Sand | Fine sand matrix for plaster mixes. |
Bedding Paving Sand | 3mm Coarse River Sand also called AP3 | 2mm River Sand | Larger sand matrix aids better compaction and drainage while minimising fine loss, which results in paving subsidence. |
Sandpit Sand | East Coast Sand | 1mm & 2mm River Sand | Light yellow colour with fine soft sand which retains moisture for longer, which makes it perfect for making sandcastles. It costs a little more, but you won't be disappointed. |
Paving Joint Sand | 1mm Fine River Sand | 2mm River Sand | Finely graded (<1.2mm) so it can act as a paver joint seal |
Bricklayers Sand | East Coast Sand | 1mm & 2mm River Sand | Best option for a smooth mortar finish that can be easily coloured and retain colour over the long term. |
Playground Sand | East Coast Sand | 1mm & 2mm River Sand | Best option for a smooth mortar finish that can be easily coloured and retain colour over the long term. |
Artificial Turf Sand | Dried Silica Sand | East Coast Sand | Dried sand which makes it easy to spread over artificial turf |
Silica Sand | Silica Sand | East Coast Sand | A fine white sand. |
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