Choosing the Right Sand for Your Project

If you have been to a beach, a desert and a stream, you know that the sand at each is quite different. That’s because it is made up of the materials around it, from rocks to minerals to seashells. It forms as the substanceserode in wind, weather and water. With so many kinds available, how do you choose which is best for your project? It all depends on what you are using it for.A sandbox will use a different type than a garden path, so it’s important to use the right one.

 

If you are installing paving stones for a walkway or your patio, you can use concrete sand. It is most commonly made of limestone, gneiss or granite. It is usually crushed at a quarry and then washed through a series of screens to remove any large particles.

Gold path fine sand is also decomposed granite, but it is gold in color rather than gray. It works well beneath flagstone and can also be used for a garden path. If you do not have a concrete driveway, and you don’t want a dirt one either, this one can work as an attractive entrance.

Base fine sand is engineered to be used in cement, but is can also be used at home. It works well as a bottom layer to level above-ground swimming pools, patios, or walkways made of concrete paving stones. Fill sand can also work for those jobs because it compacts easily.

White sand has a finer texture than others and thus has a softer feel. It is made of crushed limestone, which gives it the color. Because of its supple quality, it is most often used in sandboxes and volleyball courts. It is typically more expensive, so it is usually only used where the look and consistency will make a difference for the user.

It can be used for more than ground cover. You can also create a textured finish for walls and ceilings by mixing it with paint. Add some friction to your porch stairs as well. A combination of 2 cups of paint per three-quarters cup of sand will give you a heavy coat; reduce that amount for a subtler roughness.

With such a wide selection available, you can find the perfect sand for any project. If it will be visible, choose a material that will complement the stonework or greenery around it. If you’ll be using it as a base layer, select a sturdy one in the color you prefer.

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