Building & Sharp Sand delivery in Retford

Our sand range for Retford jobs

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

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

• Clear a level area for pallets, ideally on boards, so materials stay out of standing water.
• Pallets left on a pavement can block the footway, so plan a drop point inside your boundary where you can.
• If the site is up a shared drive or behind other houses, tell us the distance from the road.

A quick quantity check

A 25 m² floor screed at 65 mm is 1.62 m³: about 2.6 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

Choosing 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.

Building & Sharp Sand questions

Do you deliver sand to trades and homeowners in Retford?

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

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 Retford?

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.

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.