Building & Sharp Sand delivered to Folkestone

Choosing from our sand range

• Sharp sandCoarser grit sand for screeds, concrete and laying paving.
• Kiln-dried sandFine dry sand for brushing into block-paving joints.
• Soft building sandFine sand that gives smooth, workable bricklaying mortar.
• Bulk bagsTypically around 850 kg; bag weights vary by supplier.

Building & Sharp Sand: choosing well

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.

Colour of mortar

Building sand colour changes the mortar colour. For matching existing joints, a sample is worth it.

Quantities: a worked example

A 12 m² floor screed at 65 mm is 0.78 m³: about 1.25 tonnes of sharp sand at a 1:4 mix, or 2 bulk bags at around 850 kg each, plus the cement. Try the sand calculator

Getting sand onto your Folkestone site

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

• Mention any overhead cables, low branches or narrow gateways, because they decide whether a crane offload is possible.
• If neighbours share the access, it helps to let them know a lorry is coming.
• Give us the full postcode for the drop point; deliveries around CT19 are priced to the exact address.

Your questions answered

How much does a bulk bag of sand weigh?

Around 850 kg is typical, but bag weights vary between suppliers. We confirm the weight with your price.

Is there a minimum order for delivery to Folkestone?

There is no fixed minimum. For very small orders we will tell you honestly if the delivery cost outweighs the materials, so you can decide.

Can bulk bags go on my drive?

Yes, if the crane can reach and the drive can take the weight. Tell us about any block paving or soft ground.

Do you deliver sand to Folkestone?

Yes. We deliver across Folkestone, including CT19, CT20, CT18. Folkestone is inside our standard mainland delivery area. Send your list or call 0800 088 6341 and we will price it delivered to your postcode.