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- Graded and washed sand for custom concrete mixes
- Base material for pavers and stepping stones
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About This Product
SAKRETE Multi-Purpose Sand is a general purpose product for landscaping projects and a wide range of other applications. This sand is graded, washed, dried and sanitized for use in gardens, cat litter boxes, for ice and snow traction or as weight sand. Exceptionally versatile, it is also ideal as a base material for pavers and stepping stones.
Highlights
- Perfect for landscaping projects, pet areas and traction in winter
- Can be used as a base material between patio pavers and bricks
- Gritty, traction sand is coarse and uniformly screened
- 1 bag yields approximately 0.6 cu. ft.
- Will fill an area approximately 7 sq. ft. at 1 in.
- Not to be used for sand blasting
- Note: product availability may vary by store
- Return Policy
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Specifications
Coverage Area (cu. ft.): 0.45 cu ft
Dimensions
Coverage Area (cu. ft.) | 0.45 cu ft |
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Details
Color Family | Beige |
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Compression Strength (psi) | 0.0 psi |
Features | No Additional Features |
Material | Sand |
Product Weight (lb.) | 60 lb |
Working Time (min.) | 0 min |
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty | 1 YR |
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Questions & Answers
Is there silica in this sand, and would this be good sand to use as bedding in my chicken coop
Is this sand better for a sand box
Goosey, the Multi-Purpose Sand is commonly used as a basic construction sand. We offer Play Sand for sand boxes. Should you have any further questions or any concerns, do not hesitate to contact us directly at 1-866-725-7383.
How many bags would I need to cover a 72 square foot area at the height of 1/2 inch to 1 inch?
Alyssa, you would need 6 bags of Multi-Purpose Sand for 1/2" depth, and 13 bags for 1" depth. Should you have any further questions or any concerns, do not hesitate to contact us directly at 1-866-725-7383.
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I'm planning on using cardboard over some rocks and weeds to kill off the weeds then want to put sand over it and then put river rocks over the sand. Would this sand work for that and how many bags needed? The area is around 21' by 5' to 7' (depends)
We would not recommend cardboard as a base beneath the sand. We would need to know how deep you plan to lay the sand for a calculation on amount of bags needed. Should you have any further questions or any concerns, do not hesitate to contact us directly at 1-866-725-7383.
Can I mix in paint for more traction by pool area
Grace, this would not be a suitable application or something we would recommend. Should you have any further questions or any concerns, do not hesitate to contact us directly at 1-866-725-7383.
Can I use this for planting lavender in a pot with soil and perlite for better drainage purposes
Gussy, yes you can. Should you have any further questions or any concerns, do not hesitate to contact us directly at 1-866-725-7383.
Can this sand be used for paver installation
Sand, yes it can be used, however that is not the intended purpose. Sakrete Step 2 Paver Leveling Sand is recommended. Should you have any further questions or any concerns, do not hesitate to contact us directly at 1-866-725-7383.
How many bags would I need to cover a 60 square foot area at the height of 1/2 inch to 1 inch
Britt, you would need 5 bags for 0.5" depth, and 10 bags for 1" depth. Should you have any further questions or any concerns, do not hesitate to contact us directly at 1-866-725-7383.
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