Bedding Sand (Coarse)

Coarse Bedding Sand is a multi-purpose sand that is used for both residential and commercial projects. It is known for its superior drainage capabilities while also providing a level surface. Some of its most common uses include:

• Bedding for pavers and concrete slabs
• Bedding for brick paving
• Bedding for synthetic turf installations
• Pipes and underground services
• Retaining wall blocks
• General landscaping and levelling projects

The difference between Coarse Bedding Sand and Washed Pit Sand is the particle size. This particle size determines the function and use of the sand.

Coarse Bedding Sand has the ideal particle size for creating a stable base layer for pavers, blocks, and artificial turf while still allowing enough drainage for water to pass through.

Washed Pit Sand has a finer particle size and has been washed to remove silt, clay, and impurities. This washing process makes Washed Pit Sand a suitable choice for concrete, mortar, pipe bedding, and general construction applications.

The thickness of your bedding sand will vary depending on the project you are undertaking, but for paving, most projects require a compacted layer of 20–30mm of Coarse Bedding Sand.

Note: Always follow the recommended bedding sand depth for your chosen paving system. The sand should be screeded level before laying your pavers to ensure an even base layer.

To calculate how much Coarse Bedding Sand you need for your project, measure the length and width of the area where the sand will be placed.

Next, determine the desired depth of the sand. The required depth will vary depending on the project you are undertaking and the area you need to fill.

Once you have your length, width, and depth measurements, you can use our cubic metre calculator above or calculate the volume manually using the following formula:

Volume = Length × Width × Height

Note: We recommend ordering a little extra to allow for compaction, especially if you are using it as a bedding layer. When preparing a bedding layer, you will need to compact and level the sand, so you don't want to run short.