AI material illustrationFill Sand
Also known as pool sand, pool base sand, backfill sand.
$24.00 / ton
Unwashed natural fill sand for pool bottoms, under-slab leveling, trench and tank backfill, and raising low areas. Compacts well when moisture-conditioned and spreads easily by hand or skid steer. Not a finish or mortar sand; choose masonry sand for mortar and washed concrete sand for concrete.
3 tons × $24.00 per ton. Delivery and applicable tax are separate.
1 dump-truck load
Up to 16 tons per load. Different materials ship in separate loads.
Material specifications
- Particle size
- Fine to coarse sand, may include some silt
- Bulk density
- 1.30 tons/yd³ (estimate) (2,600 lb/yd³)
- Gradation
- Unwashed natural fill sand
- Compaction
- Good; dampen and compact in 4 to 6 in lifts
- Finished character
- Smooth, easy to screed and level
Typical nominal specifications. Natural materials vary by source, moisture, and production run; confirm critical engineering requirements before ordering.
Typical applications
- Pool bases and pool backfill
- Leveling under pavers and slabs
- Trench and tank backfill
- Raising low spots
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Enter your area and depth and we'll estimate the tonnage.
Estimate includes no waste factor. Density changes with moisture and compaction; ordering 5–10% extra is common for field variation.
Delivery specifications
- Truck capacity
- Up to 16 tons per load
- Order minimum
- 3 tons
- Recommended access
- 12 ft wide, firm and level
- Overhead clearance
- 14 ft on approach; more at dump point
- Material handling
- Dump close to the dig or pool shell; about 12 to 13 tons fills one truck by volume.
Keep the dump area clear of people, vehicles, soft ground, septic systems, and overhead utilities. The driver makes the final safe-placement decision on arrival.
Know your material
Match the sand to the job
A practical guide to choosing and planning fill sand. Match the exact grade to your project; nominal sizes and natural colors can vary between yards.
Size & grading
Fine to coarse sand, may include some silt
Surface character
Smooth, easy to screed and level
Estimated loose coverage
About 83 sq ft / ton at 3 in
Before compaction, settling or waste.
Where it works
Bedding, masonry or concrete work only when the selected sand's grading is appropriate to the specific application.
When to choose something else
Fine masonry sand, utility sand and washed concrete sand are different products. Do not assume suitability for play areas, pools, septic systems or engineered mixes.
Before it arrives
Set finished elevations and contain the installation area. Confirm the required base and bedding system with your installer.
Placement & installation
Screed or mix according to the project specification. Moisture changes handling and bulk volume; use source grading data for engineered work.
Care over time
Keep stored sand covered and separated from soil or debris. Replenish exposed bedding only after correcting washout and drainage issues.
Confirm with the source
Washed versus unwashed, particle-size distribution, application approval and any required testing.
General planning guidance. Supplier specifications, project plans and site conditions determine suitability and installation requirements.
Fill Sand delivery questions
- Is Fill Sand the same as pool sand?
- pool sand, pool base sand, backfill sand are common search terms for this material. Supplier names and grades vary; confirm composition, particle size and fines content before substituting a similarly named product.
- What is the minimum Fill Sand order?
- The minimum is 3 tons. Larger quantities are split into truckloads automatically.
- How much area does Fill Sand cover?
- Coverage depends on depth. The estimated bulk density is 1.30 tons per cubic yard; confirm source-specific density for critical work.
- Can Fill Sand be delivered in Central Texas?
- Enter your ZIP to check the delivery area and delivery charge. Source availability and safe placement must be confirmed for your order.
3 t · Fill Sand
$72.00