🏖️ Sand Calculator

Calculate sand quantities for masonry, paver bedding, play areas, and concrete projects.

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Sand Types & Uses

🏗️ Concrete Sand

Coarse, washed sand ideal for concrete mixing and paver bedding. Provides excellent drainage and compacts well for a stable base under pavers and stones.

🧱 Mason Sand

Fine, clean sand perfect for mortar mixing and masonry work. Its smooth texture makes it ideal for bricklaying and stone work.

🏖️ Play Sand

Clean, washed, and screened sand safe for children's play areas and sandboxes. Free of debris and uniform in texture.

Common Applications

  • Paver bedding: 1" depth over compacted base
  • Sandbox: 6-12" depth for play areas
  • Mortar mix: 3:1 sand to cement ratio
  • Concrete mix: 2:1 sand to cement ratio
  • Drainage: Use under patio stones

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