MASONARY COMPOUND
NATURAL DRIED SAND FOR CONSTRUCTION
A silica sand used with cement and water to prepare a mortar mix specifically for internal cement plasters and external rendering. This product can also be used to produce hydraulic lime mortars.
MACHINE PACKED
plaster sand 0 - 1.5 mm
Main Features
SIMCRETE PLASTER SAND: Plastering Sand is a very fine grade of sand. This product is used for plastering and creating renders both internally and externally.
Features & Benefits
Used for plastering :
. Smooth finish
. High-quality
. Very fine grade sand
. Renders internally & externally
Applications
Used for plastering
. Renders internally & externally
Packaging
Product available in 40kg bags
0(zero) to 1.5 mm
No 14 mesh 100% passing
1 Bag = 0.86 CuFt / 0.02 CuMtr
1442 kg/m3
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Directions for use
- Plastering Sand is a very fine grade of sand. This product is used for plastering and creating renders both internally and externally. Thanks to its fine particles, this Plastering Sand creates a very smooth and even finish to wall surface. It can also be used for pavement jointing, and to fill cracks of artistic paving.
- For use with concrete, use Coarse Sand to improve the strength of the concrete.
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DRYMIX
coarse sand 0 - 4 mm
Main Features
SIMCRETE COARSE SAND is suitable for screeding and concreting.
Features & Benefits
Can be used for varied applications
Consistent Grain size
Easy to handle & for storage
Applications
. Used as Fine aggregate for concreting
. Can be used for screeding
. Paving applications
Packaging
Product available in 40kg bags
0(zero) to 4 mm
No 6 mesh 100% passing
1 Bag = 0.86 CuFt / 0.02 CuMtr
1520-1680 kg/m3
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Application
- Coarse Sand is also sometimes referred to as builder’s sand. It has a gritty texture, making it ideal for mixing with concrete for construction. It is suitable for a number of applications such as under paving, laying pavement, mixing with garden soil and under block paving. The coverage of the sand will depend on how thick it has been laid and the condition of the ground.
- For use in mortar, use Plaster Sand for a smooth finish and an easy to work mortar.
NOTE : This type of sand is not suitable for children’s play areas.
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