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masonry sand (Masonry sand (sometimes known as mason sand) has many potential uses, although its fit for any particular project can vary. So, what exactly is masonry sand?  samedayaggregates.com Alexander Demidov); mason sand (Mason sand is created in the same way as concrete sand but is crushed finer. ... It can be used in cement, particularly for projects like swimming pools and concrete paving stones where the finer grain gives a more finished appearance. Alexander Demidov); concrete sand (Concrete sand is an aggregate sand usually composed of either gneiss, trap rock, limestone or granite. Usually it is crushed at the quarry and then washed through a screen to ensure that there are no large pieces of rocks left in it. braenstone.com Alexander Demidov); builder's sand (Builder's Sand, also known as Plasterer's, Mason, or Bricklayer's Sand is a finer grade sand with smaller particles. It's often mixed with water and cement to make mortar for laying bricks/blocks. stackexchange.com Alexander Demidov); bricklayer's sand (Bricklayer's sand is the ideal mix for cement in pointing, paving and brick laying projects, available from Springbridge in smaller bags perfect for smaller projects. Bricklayer's sand is "soft sand' which is unsuitable for horticultural purposes as it is too fine and will clog soil particules. You can use 'sharp sand" which is useful for breaking up heavy soils and improving drainage. Alexander Demidov) |
