Name: Coarse Washed Concrete Sand
Brand: GetGravel
Price: 81.99 CAD
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What is Coarse Washed Concrete Sand?

Accepted Answer

It is a manufactured sand made by crushing, screening, and washing rock. A local ready-mix company uses it in its concrete-production process.

Question 2

Is Concrete Sand natural or manufactured?

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It is manufactured from crushed rock rather than taken directly from an unprocessed natural sand deposit.

Question 3

Is the sand washed?

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Yes. It is crushed, screened, and washed before sale.

Question 4

Does washed mean the sand contains no fine grains?

Accepted Answer

No. Washing removes loose soil and processing residue, but the product still contains a range of fine and coarse sand particles.

Question 5

What size is Coarse Washed Concrete Sand?

Accepted Answer

It is finer than 3/8 inch, with the largest visible particles generally around 1/4 inch.

Question 6

What colour is the sand?

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It contains a natural mix of grey, brown, tan, cream, and dark mineral grains.

Question 7

Does it meet a concrete-sand specification?

Accepted Answer

The supplier confirms it is concrete-grade sand used in ready-mix production. Request current supplier documentation when a project requires ASTM C33, CSA A23.1 FA1, or another named standard.

Question 8

What is Coarse Washed Concrete Sand used for?

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It is used for mixing concrete, bedding pavers, approved above-ground pool bases, specified utility bedding, and selected horse-arena projects.

Question 9

Can it be used to make concrete?

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Yes. It provides the sand portion of the concrete mix. Cement, coarse aggregate, water, proper proportions, and curing are still required.

Question 10

How much cement should I add?

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Follow the Portland cement instructions or an approved concrete mix design. The required ratio and strength depend on the project.

Question 11

What is the difference between Concrete Sand and Navvy Jack?

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Concrete Sand contains only sand. Navvy Jack combines Concrete Sand with 3/4-inch Drain Rock. Both still require Portland cement and water.

Question 12

Is Concrete Sand good beneath pavers?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Get Gravel ranks Shale Sand first for paver bedding, Coarse Washed Concrete Sand second, and regular Bedding Sand third.

Question 13

How deep should Concrete Sand be beneath pavers?

Accepted Answer

Use about 1 inch when the paver instructions allow it. Prepare and compact the gravel base before screeding the sand.

Question 14

Can I use extra sand to fix an uneven paver base?

Accepted Answer

No. Correct the gravel base first. A deep sand layer can move and settle unevenly.

Question 15

Should the sand be compacted before placing pavers?

Accepted Answer

Compact the gravel base first, then screed the sand. Complete final compaction according to the paver manufacturer’s installation process.

Question 16

Can Concrete Sand be used in paver joints?

Accepted Answer

It is not the default jointing product. Use the joint sand, polymeric sand, or other material required by the paver manufacturer.

Question 17

Can it be used beneath an above-ground pool?

Accepted Answer

It can be used beneath some pool liners when the pool manufacturer approves it. Follow the required depth, cove, pad, block, and support instructions.

Question 18

Can sand go beneath the pool legs?

Accepted Answer

Only when the pool manufacturer permits it. Support legs and blocks often need firm, stable support rather than loose sand.

Question 19

Can Concrete Sand be used around pipes?

Accepted Answer

Yes, when the utility or project specification calls for concrete sand. Follow the required bedding depth and compaction method.

Question 20

Can it be used in a horse arena?

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It may suit some arenas, but footing depends on gradation, depth, drainage, moisture, riding use, and maintenance. Review a sample and the arena design first.

Question 21

Can it be used for a beach or volleyball area?

Accepted Answer

It may suit some recreational areas, but it is coarser than many beach or play sands. Review the texture before ordering.

Question 22

Is it safe for a children’s sandbox?

Accepted Answer

It is not sold as certified children’s play sand. Choose a named play-sand product when a finer texture or certification is required.

Question 23

Does Concrete Sand pack hard?

Accepted Answer

No. It remains loose when used alone. It does not pack like Road Crush or gravel containing a full range of stone and fines.

Question 24

Does it need a 10% allowance?

Accepted Answer

Add about 10% for paver bedding and approved pool bases. Do not automatically use that allowance for concrete mixing or specified utility work.

Question 25

How much area does one cubic yard cover?

Accepted Answer

One cubic yard covers about 324 square feet at 1 inch or 162 square feet at 2 inches before the 10% allowance.

Question 26

How much does one cubic yard weigh?

Accepted Answer

One cubic yard weighs approximately 2,700 pounds. Wet sand may weigh more.

Question 27

Can Coarse Washed Concrete Sand be delivered in Prince George?

Accepted Answer

Delivery is available when active on the product page. Current pickup, bag, split-load, and installation options are shown there as well.

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