When you think of sand, you probably think of the beach but it is also an important component of many building materials or projects. Here’s some great info.

Sand is used in a lot of building projects. Most notably, it is a part of concrete/cement and mortar, but it is also used to create a base for paving (driveways, patios, pathways, etc), and to mix with soil to improve drainage. There are different types of sand such as building sand, sharp sand, and washed sand. It is available as a loose material which is ordered by the cubic metre or you can get it bagged as well.

If you need sand as part of your project there are several places you can get it from. These include nurseries, garden supply centres, and building supply centres. These will have stock of different grades of sand and can supply you with as much or as little as you need. In many cases, they will provide you with a delivery service to save you the hassle of loading and transporting it yourself.