River Sand

River sand is often used as a base when laying paving stones, outdoor tiles, and flagstone. River sand is also a component in a planting soil to improve drainage and to help break up clay soil.

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Uses:

Mix river sand with loam and organic materials to create a well drained soil.
Use as a base for paver and flagstone projects.

Application:

Install at 1″ over compacted rock for laying pavers and flagstone.
A component in soil mixes, up to 1/3.

Specifications:

1/4″ minus washed, river sand.

NOT AVAILABLE TO BE BLOWN IN.

Ways to Get it:

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