FILL/CABLE SAND
This is an unscreened and unwashed sand. It is primarily used for backfilling, bedding, and for the installation of underground cables and water pipes.
Application for use: When used for backfilling, fill sand helps to create a level surface and allows for compaction ensuring a reliable foundation. It can also be used for drainage around pipes, trenches, and other low-level applications. It is also used in gardening and landscaping to help raise levels whilst still allowing water to pass through.
BUILDING SAND
This is a 0/2mm clean washed fine grade sand, because it is fine, it is very easy to work and creates a very smooth finish.
Application for use: It is commonly used for bricklaying, pointing, plastering, rendering, screeds, laying patio slabs, bedding for pond liners and any general masonry work.
Specification: Tested in accordance with British Standard BS EN 13139 Aggregate for Mortar.
GRIT/CONCRETE (M GRADE) SAND
This is a 0/4mm clean washed coarse grade sand. It has a gritty texture which makes it ideal for mixing with concrete.
Application for use: It is suitable for numerous applications such as providing a base layer for under block paving and flagging, for any concrete mix and for mixing with garden soil.
Specification: Tested in accordance with British Standard BS EN 12620 Aggregate for Concrete.
RECYCLED STONE (PIPE BEDDING)
Available in sizes 10mm, 20mm, 40mm, and 80mm.
A washed clean recycled aggregate, suitable for many different construction applications making it an extremely useful and versatile material and an alternative to using newly quarried limestone aggregates. Used in a range of construction projects including drainage applications and sub-bases. Recycled stone would not be recommended when a decorative finish is required.
Application for use: From being used as a straightforward pipe bedding to facilitate drainage and soakaways to lining driveways and paths. It can also be mixed with building, grit, concrete or sharp sand to create a strong and textured concrete base for use in building and landscaping works.
Specification: 10mm & 20mm - British Standard BS EN 12620, Series 500 Standard for Highways Specification.
40mm - British Standard BS EN 13242, Series 500 Standard for Highways Specification.
80mm - British Standard BS EN 13242, Class 6C Series 600 Standard for Highways Specification.
6F2 CRUSHED HARDCORE
6F2 is a recycled aggregate composed of crushed concrete, brick, and mortar. The coarse nature of 6F2 makes it a very good all-in-one product.
Application for use: 6F2 is widely used for landscaping and general construction, crushed hardcore is ideal for filling potholes, building up levels, firming up soft or wet ground, it is also commonly used for driveways, it can also be used for sub-bases and a multitude of other applications.
Specification: British Standard BS EN 13285