Order sand for delivery in Thamesmead

Which sand can you order in Thamesmead?

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

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.

Colour of mortar

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

Estimating your sand

A 15 m² floor screed at 65 mm is 0.98 m³: about 1.56 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

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

• Pallets left on a pavement can block the footway, so plan a drop point inside your boundary where you can.
• If neighbours share the access, it helps to let them know a lorry is coming.
• Give us the full postcode for the drop point; deliveries around SE28 are priced to the exact address.

Building & Sharp Sand in Thamesmead: questions

How much sand do I need for a screed?

Multiply the floor area by the screed depth to get cubic metres, then allow about 1.6 tonnes of sharp sand per cubic metre plus cement at your mix. Our sand calculator does the sums.

Do you deliver sand to trades and homeowners in Thamesmead?

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.

Do you deliver sand to Thamesmead?

Yes. We deliver across Thamesmead, including SE28, SE2, DA17, SE18. Thamesmead is inside our standard mainland delivery area. Send your list or call 0800 088 6341 and we will price it delivered to your postcode.