Building & Sharp Sand delivery in Droitwich

Building & Sharp Sand we supply in Droitwich

• Sharp sandCoarser grit sand for screeds, concrete and laying paving.
• Small bagsFor small jobs and tight access.
• Kiln-dried sandFine dry sand for brushing into block-paving joints.
• Bulk bagsTypically around 850 kg; bag weights vary by supplier.
• Plastering sandWashed sand for render and sand-and-cement plaster.

Quantities: a worked example

A 25 m² floor screed at 65 mm is 1.62 m³: about 2.6 tonnes of sharp sand at a 1:4 mix, or 4 bulk bags at around 850 kg each, plus the cement. Try the sand calculator

Before your Droitwich delivery arrives

Bulk bags are usually crane-lifted onto a drive or kerb where the vehicle and access allow; small bags travel with a mixed load. Droitwich is inside our standard mainland delivery area.

• For a phased build we can split the order so materials arrive as each stage starts, which keeps the site clear.
• Deliveries are to the kerb, drive or within crane reach; ask if materials need to go further.
• In summer Droitwich gets around 16h 47m of daylight, but early deliveries still beat the traffic and give the longest working day.

Before you order sand

Soft or sharp?

Use soft building sand for mortar because it gives a smooth, sticky mix. Use sharp sand where strength and drainage matter: screeds, concrete and paving beds.

Covering bulk bags

Cover bags to stop sand drying out or getting saturated, and keep it clean of debris.

Building & Sharp Sand questions

What is the difference between building sand and sharp sand?

Building (soft) sand is fine and makes smooth mortar for laying bricks. Sharp sand is coarser, drains better and is used in concrete, screeds and paving beds.

Do you deliver sand to Droitwich?

Yes. We deliver across Droitwich, including WR9, WR3. Droitwich is inside our standard mainland delivery area. Send your list or call 0800 088 6341 and we will price it delivered to your postcode.

How soon can sand be delivered in Droitwich?

We confirm the delivery date when we price your order, before you commit. It depends on the product, the quantity and whether it is a stock line or made to order.

How much sand do I need for a screed?

Multiply the floor area by the screed depth to get cubic metres, then allow about 1.6 tonnes of sharp sand per cubic metre plus cement at your mix. Our sand calculator does the sums.