Building & Sharp Sand delivered to Ilford

Building & Sharp Sand available for Ilford delivery

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

Sizing your order

A 30 m² floor screed at 65 mm is 1.95 m³: about 3.12 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

Picking the right product

Colour of mortar

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

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.

Getting sand onto your Ilford 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. Ilford is inside our standard mainland delivery area.

• In summer Ilford gets around 16h 39m of daylight, but early deliveries still beat the traffic and give the longest working day.
• With roughly 7h 49m of daylight in Ilford around the shortest day, morning deliveries leave more working light for the job.
• If neighbours share the access, it helps to let them know a lorry is coming.

Ordering sand for Ilford: FAQs

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.

How much sand per 1,000 bricks?

Roughly 1 tonne of soft building sand at a 1:4 mortar mix.

How soon can sand be delivered in Ilford?

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.

Can I add other materials to my Ilford 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.