Grit Sand – 900kg Bulk Bag

About this item:
Grit Sand is a coarse, angular aggregate commonly used for paving, screeding, concreting and general landscaping work. Often referred to as sharp sand, its larger, less-rounded particles provide better interlock and drainage than softer building sand. Supplied in a nominal 900kg bulk bag, it is suitable for projects requiring more material than individual bags, including patio construction, path installation, floor screeds and concrete preparation.

The coarse grading helps produce firm bedding layers and workable sand-and-cement mixes while allowing water to move through appropriately designed landscaping areas. For concrete, screed or bonded paving applications, the sand must be combined with the correct quantities of cement, aggregate and clean water for the required performance. Grit Sand is not normally the preferred choice for fine bricklaying mortar or block-paving joints, where building sand or kiln-dried jointing sand is more suitable. Store the bulk bag on firm, level ground and protect it from contamination before use.

Key Features
• Coarse, angular particle grading
• Commonly known as sharp sand
• Provides good compaction and particle interlock
• Suitable for concrete and floor screed mixes
• Creates stable bedding for paving and flags
• Free-draining characteristics for landscaping work
• Nominal 900kg bulk bag for larger projects
• Suitable for trade, commercial and domestic use

Typical Applications
• Paving slab bedding
• Patio construction
• Pathway installation
• Floor screeds
• Concrete mixes
• Landscaping and drainage
• General groundwork
• Fence and gate post concrete

Common Questions:
Q. Is Grit Sand the same as sharp sand?
A. The terms are commonly used interchangeably in the UK. Both generally describe a coarse, angular sand used for concrete, screeds and paving, although the precise grading can vary between quarries and suppliers.

Q. How much area will a 900kg bulk bag cover?
A. Coverage depends on moisture content, compaction and laying depth. As a general guide, a 900kg bag may cover approximately 10–12m² at 50mm deep, but additional material should be allowed for settlement and site variations.

Q. Can Grit Sand be used to make concrete?
A. Yes. It can form the fine aggregate within a concrete mix when combined with cement, coarse aggregate and water. Structural concrete must follow the specified mix design and strength requirements.

Q. Is it suitable for laying paving slabs?
A. Yes. Grit Sand is commonly mixed with cement to create a firm bedding layer for paving slabs and flags. It should not replace a properly prepared and compacted sub-base.

Q. Can it be used for bricklaying or block-paving joints?
A. Its coarse texture makes it less suitable for fine bricklaying mortar than building sand. It should not be used for block-paving joints, which normally require dry, fine kiln-dried jointing sand or a polymer sand.