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Sand · 06.02

Bedding Sand

Locally mined fine sand, also known as plaster sand. For backfilling around pipes, paver beds, paver joints, rendering and blockwork.

  • Plaster sand
  • Mined locally
  • Fine
  • Sold per m³
Bedding Sand supplied in bulk by Bulk Landscape Supplies Brisbane
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Quick answer

Bedding Sand, also known as plaster sand, is a fine sand mined and processed locally. It is used for backfilling underground services such as PVC pipes, laying a clean surface for pavers, sweeping into paver joints, rendering and plastering, and laying concrete masonry blocks. Its fine nature also helps with early underground service detection in construction. For pavers, screed about 30mm over a compacted base.

Bedding Sand at a glance
Also known asPlaster sand
SourceMined and processed locally
TextureFine
Best forPipe backfill, paver beds and joints, rendering, blockwork
Sold byThe cubic metre
Paver bed depthAbout 30mm screeded
Approx. weightAbout 1.6 tonnes per m³

Weight is approximate. Check your area with the volume calculator.

Where to use it

Versatile applications

  • 01Backfilling around pipes
  • 02Laying a clean surface for pavers
  • 03Sweeping into paver joints
  • 04Rendering and plastering
  • 05Laying concrete masonry blocks

About the product

About this sand

Mined and processed locally, our bedding sand (also known as plaster sand) is ideal for backfilling underground services such as PVC pipes, paver beds, and a variety of other commercial and residential landscaping applications.

The fine nature of bedding sand allows it to be used for early underground service detection in construction, ensuring that service lines are accurately placed and can be easily identified later.

We understand the importance of efficiency in your projects. That’s why we offer sand in bulk, ensuring you have enough material to get the job done without delays. Our flexible delivery service allows you to arrange deliveries that suit your timeline, helping you stay on track and complete your project on schedule.

Common questions about Bedding Sand

Is bedding sand the same as plaster sand?

Yes. Bedding sand is also known as plaster sand, and it suits rendering and plastering as well as paver beds.

Can I use bedding sand to backfill pipes?

Yes. It is ideal for backfilling around underground services such as PVC pipes.

How much bedding sand do I need for pavers?

Allow about 30mm screeded over a compacted base. One cubic metre covers roughly 30 m² at that depth.

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