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Cement & Aggregates

Building & Sharp Sand delivered across County Londonderry

Building sand (soft sand) is a fine sand for bricklaying mortar, while sharp sand is coarser and is used for concrete, screeds and paving beds.

Builders, trades and self-builders in County Londonderry can order sand for delivery to Derry/Londonderry, Magherafelt and the towns in between.

Two bulk bags on a driveway, one of soft building sand and one of sharp sand

County Londonderry at a glance

Covering
4 towns across County Londonderry
Postcode areas
BT
Delivery
Quoted individually (Northern Ireland)
How it arrives
Bulk bags, usually crane-lifted
Neighbouring areas
County Tyrone, County Antrim, County Armagh

What sand can we deliver to County Londonderry?

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

Building & Sharp Sand delivered in County Londonderry towns

How much will you need?

A 10 m² floor screed at 65 mm is 0.65 m³: about 1.04 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

Delivery to County Londonderry: what helps

Bulk bags are usually crane-lifted onto a drive or kerb where the vehicle and access allow; small bags travel with a mixed load. Deliveries to Northern Ireland include a sea crossing, so we quote each order individually.

  • Pallets left on a pavement can block the footway, so plan a drop point inside your boundary where you can.
  • Give us the full postcode for the drop point; deliveries around BT are priced to the exact address.
  • For a phased build we can split the order so materials arrive as each stage starts, which keeps the site clear.

Picking the right product

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.

Questions about sand delivery in County Londonderry

Do you deliver sand to County Londonderry?

Yes. We deliver across County Londonderry, including BT. Deliveries to Northern Ireland include a sea crossing, so we quote each order individually. Send your list or call 0800 088 6341 and we will price it delivered to your postcode.

How much sand per 1,000 bricks?

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

Do you deliver sand to trades and homeowners in County Londonderry?

Both. Trades can apply for a trade account; homeowners and self-builders can order on a delivered quote.

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.

Send your list, get a delivered price

Tell us what you need and where it is going. We check the quantities and come back with a delivered price before you commit.

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