Building & Sharp Sand delivered across Gloucestershire

Which sand can you order in Gloucestershire?

• Sharp sandCoarser grit sand for screeds, concrete and laying paving.
• Small bagsFor small jobs and tight access.
• Plastering sandWashed sand for render and sand-and-cement plaster.
• Kiln-dried sandFine dry sand for brushing into block-paving joints.
• Soft building sandFine sand that gives smooth, workable bricklaying mortar.

Building & Sharp Sand delivered in Gloucestershire towns

• Building & Sharp Sand in Gloucester
• Building & Sharp Sand in Cheltenham
• Building & Sharp Sand in Stroud
• Building & Sharp Sand in Kingswood
• Building & Sharp Sand in Mangotsfield
• Building & Sharp Sand in Yate
• Building & Sharp Sand in Tewkesbury
• Building & Sharp Sand in Cirencester

Quantities: a worked example

A 40 m² floor screed at 65 mm is 2.6 m³: about 4.16 tonnes of sharp sand at a 1:4 mix, or 5 bulk bags at around 850 kg each, plus the cement. Try the sand calculator

Before your Gloucestershire 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. Our standard mainland delivery area covers Gloucestershire.

• If neighbours share the access, it helps to let them know a lorry is coming.
• Clear a level area for pallets, ideally on boards, so materials stay out of standing water.
• Have someone on site for the delivery if you can, or agree a safe drop point with us in advance.

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.

Ordering sand for Gloucestershire: FAQs

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.

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.

Can I add other materials to my Gloucestershire delivery?

Yes. Put everything on one list, from sand to fixings and PPE, and we will price it as one delivery where the products can travel together.

Can you deliver sand to a site with restricted access in Gloucestershire?

Usually, yes. Tell us about the access when you ask for a price and we will plan the vehicle and offload, or say if a smaller vehicle is needed.