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Our Products: Yellow Building Sand

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    Aggregate Calculator

    This calculator will help you to work out how much stone product you need for your project.

    To calculate how much aggregate you need to order, simply enter the dimensions of the area you are filling/covering. Different aggregates have different densities, so please make sure you have chosen the correct aggregate type. You can use imperial, metric or a combination of both by using the drop down boxes.

    Please note that the calculator is a guide only.

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    Tonnes of this Aggregate

    The exact conversion will depend on a number of factors beyond our control, for example moisture, method and degree of compaction, type of sub–base, etc. We cannot be held contractually responsible for any surplus or shortfall found on site.

Picture of Chas Long and Son Ltd. product: Yellow Building Sand
Picture of Chas Long and Son Ltd. product: Yellow Building Sand

Product name:

Yellow Building Sand

Description:

Yellow Building Sand, also known as building sand or soft sand, is a fine, soft-textured sand commonly used in construction and landscaping. Its natural yellowish hue comes from the presence of iron oxide and other minerals. Yellow sand is known for its excellent workability, making it ideal for bricklaying, rendering, and general mortar applications.

How it's sold (Bulk Bags, Mini Bags, Loose):

Bulk Bags, Mini Bags, Loose

Types of application:

Bricklaying & Masonry Work – Forms a smooth and workable mortar mix., Plastering & Rendering – Provides a high-quality finish for walls and ceilings., Pointing & Repointing – Used in masonry repairs to fill and strengthen joints., Bedding for Paving & Slabs – Acts as a stable and compactable layer under patios and pathways., Landscaping & Garden Applications – Can be used for levelling and mixing with topsoil for better drainage.