Building Sand Half Bulk Bag (500KG)
Our building sand half bulk bag supplies soft, fine-grade sand for bricklaying, pointing, rendering and general construction work. Its smooth texture and consistent grain size help create workable mortar mixes that spread cleanly, making it a practical choice for tradespeople and home improvement projects.
Whether you are building a garden wall, preparing mortar for repairs or planning a rendering job, choosing the right materials helps you get ready for the work. This half-tonne bag format is a useful option when your project requires a smaller quantity of building sand.
Before ordering, check the mortar mix specified for your application and calculate the quantity of sand needed. Consider the scale of the job and any other materials required so you can organise your supplies before starting. The Brick & Stone Yard also offers one-tonne bulk bags for projects needing more sand.
Bagged orders are delivered directly to your property or site using our HIAB crane-fitted truck. Crane-assisted unloading helps position the bag in a suitable location, subject to safe vehicle access and crane reach, reducing the amount of material you need to move by hand.
Prepare an accessible unloading area before delivery. Order your building sand half bulk bag for your next bricklaying, pointing or rendering project.
Features & Benefits
- Premium quality building sand
- Fine, consistent grain
- Washed for improved cleanliness
- Ideal for bricklaying, rendering and plastering
- Easy to mix with cement and lime
- Low clay and silt content
- Suitable for domestic and commercial projects
- Available in bulk bags or loose loads
- Reliable, consistent quality
- Suitable for a wide range of construction applications
Specifications
- Bag Size Approx. 1 tonne (850–900kg depending on moisture content)
- Bag Type Heavy‑duty woven FIBC bulk bag with lifting loops
- Material Grade Soft, fine‑grade building sand for mortar and bricklaying
- Moisture Content Naturally damp; weight may vary slightly
- Typical Uses Bricklaying, pointing, rendering, bedding slabs, general construction
- Grain Size Fine, consistent texture for smooth mortar mixes
- Coverage 1 tonne covers approx. 10–12m² at 50mm depth
- Delivery Method Delivered via HIAB crane‑equipped truck for precise placement
- Bag Dimensions Approx. 90cm x 90cm x 90cm
- Trade Quality Suitable for builders, landscapers, and DIY projects
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Delivery Options
Standard Delivery: (FREE) We will delivery your product 2-3 days after the day you purchased the item. You'll receive an email with the delivery time.
Priority Delivery: (£25) Next day delivery when ordered before 4pm (Monday-Saturday).
For addresses further than 10 miles delivery charges are based on the road distance to your delivery location.
If you have any questions about delivery costs, please contact us before placing your order.
All our items are delivered by trucks fitted with hiab cranes.
Standard Delivery: (FREE) We will delivery your product 2-3 days after the day you purchased the item. You'll receive an email with the delivery time.
Priority Delivery: (£25) Next day delivery when ordered before 4pm (Monday-Saturday).
For addresses further than 10 miles delivery charges are based on the road distance to your delivery location.
If you have any questions about delivery costs, please contact us before placing your order.
All our items are delivered by trucks fitted with hiab cranes.