Building & Sharp Sand delivered to Nelson

Choosing from our sand range

• Plastering sandWashed sand for render and sand-and-cement plaster.
• Bulk bagsTypically around 850 kg; bag weights vary by supplier.
• Soft building sandFine sand that gives smooth, workable bricklaying mortar.
• Sharp sandCoarser grit sand for screeds, concrete and laying paving.
• Small bagsFor small jobs and tight access.

A quick quantity check

An 18 m² floor screed at 65 mm is 1.17 m³: about 1.87 tonnes of sharp sand at a 1:4 mix, or 3 bulk bags at around 850 kg each, plus the cement. Try the sand calculator

Before you order sand

Covering bulk bags

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

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.

Delivery to Nelson: 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. Nelson is inside our standard mainland delivery area.

• Keep cement, plaster and boards dry: have a tarpaulin or a garage space ready before they arrive.
• With roughly 7h 24m of daylight in Nelson around the shortest day, morning deliveries leave more working light for the job.
• Deliveries are to the kerb, drive or within crane reach; ask if materials need to go further.

Questions about sand delivery in Nelson

Do you deliver sand to Nelson?

Yes. We deliver across Nelson, including BB9, BB10, BB8. Nelson is inside our standard mainland delivery area. Send your list or call 0800 088 6341 and we will price it delivered to your postcode.

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.

Do you deliver sand to trades and homeowners in Nelson?

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