Sand

When we talk about sand, the first association is the beach. However, we rarely think that the buildings we work and live in, as well as the places we walk, are often constructed thanks to sand. Of course, construction sand has a much coarser structure than the fine beach grains.

The sand offered by us in our warehouses in Sofia is used for preparing concrete mixtures, mortar, and plaster, making it a preferred building material in many projects.

For construction purposes, this material needs to be clean, free from stones and impurities. With us, you can find such high-quality sand in bags at an affordable price and without excess clay, silt, dust, and the like.

Types of Construction Sand

Various types of construction sand are available on the market, each intended for different construction and activities, from building infrastructure to manufacturing solar panels. Regardless of what you plan to do, whether it's a residential building or a shopping center, you need to carefully consider the materials you will use.

The primary materials that make up sand are clay, silt, salts, mica, and organic matter. Construction sand should not contain wood and shells. It usually consists of 8% silt and 2-3% mica when designed for use in combination with mortar and concrete. If these values are exceeded, it can significantly affect the strength of the mortar and concrete.

Properly chosen construction sand in bags can significantly reduce costs, shorten project completion time, improve design, and enhance the space's durability. Let's take a look at the most commonly used types.

River Sand

As the name suggests, this type of dry construction material comes from riverbeds. It is fine, but care must be taken not to mix it with clay during extraction. When you apply river sand in bags to your project, you will achieve an ideally smooth finish.

Sea Sand

Sea sand, on the other hand, is extracted from the beach area and is widely used in the construction industry. This type of mixture should not contain harmful salts to maximize its benefits. Sea sand is not recommended for use in reinforced concrete projects.

Crushed Stone Sand

During the process of crushing stones, sand is also generated as a residual material, which is most commonly used for drainage work. This type of mixture is combined with ready-made construction mixes.

Fine and Coarse Crushed Limestone Sand

If you want to create solid surfaces, we recommend using sand from finely crushed limestone. This type is usually used for maintaining interior floor coverings and internal courtyards. Another option is construction sand from roughly crushed gravel. It provides good drainage in the areas where it is applied due to the large particle size. The material can withstand heavy loads.

Why Use Sand in Construction Activities?

Affordable Prices

One of the biggest advantages of construction sand is its price. The material has significant economic efficiency, making it a preferred choice for professionals and enthusiasts as a building base or an additive to concrete mix. An excellent solution for optimizing costs.

Durable Material

Another advantage of bagged sand is its durability and resistance to various mechanical actions and adverse weather conditions. This durability is a property due to the fact that sand consists of very small rock particles, remains of corals, and shells. Construction sand is not affected by corrosion and pests.

Versatile Construction Sand in Bags

In our warehouses in Sofia, you can find versatile sand. The material has diverse functions and can be applied in various directions of construction, from roads, buildings, sandboxes, and more. Dry mix can be used in combination with concrete to build entirely new and robust structures or simply to add decorative touches. The choice is yours!

Contact us - Atek 1 Building Materials Store, where you will find affordable prices for high-quality and reliable sand. However, it is essential to consider the different properties when choosing the material for each of your construction purposes.