AI material illustrationSandy Loam
Also known as lawn soil, sandy loam soil, lawn prep soil.
$36.00 / ton
Screened sandy loam, the go-to soil for new lawns and leveling across Central Texas. It drags smooth, holds a grade, drains better than heavy clay and lets new roots run. Use it under sod, to topdress low spots, or as a base for planting beds.
2 tons × $36.00 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
- Screened to about ¼ in, sand and silt blend
- Bulk density
- 1.10 tons/yd³ (estimate) (2,200 lb/yd³)
- Gradation
- Screened sandy loam, low clay
- Compaction
- Moderate; firms up but stays workable for roots
- Finished character
- Smooth, easy to drag and grade
Typical nominal specifications. Natural materials vary by source, moisture, and production run; confirm critical engineering requirements before ordering.
Typical applications
- New lawns and sod prep
- Leveling low spots
- Planting beds
- Topdressing
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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
- 2 tons
- Recommended access
- 12 ft wide, firm and level
- Overhead clearance
- 14 ft on approach; more at dump point
- Material handling
- Keep dry before spreading; wet loam is heavy and harder to drag.
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
Amend soil with a finished product
A practical guide to choosing and planning sandy loam. Match the exact grade to your project; nominal sizes and natural colors can vary between yards.
Size & grading
Screened to about ¼ in, sand and silt blend
Surface character
Smooth, easy to drag and grade
Estimated loose coverage
About 98 sq ft / ton at 3 in
Before compaction, settling or waste.
Where it works
Adding organic matter to suitable soils or blends using an application rate appropriate to the planting and soil test.
When to choose something else
Compost is not structural fill, and pure compost is not automatically a balanced planting soil. Excessive application can create nutrient or salinity problems.
Before it arrives
Check soil condition, intended plants and drainage. Request current maturity, salinity and nutrient data where important.
Placement & installation
Blend or topdress at the rate recommended for the project. Avoid burying plant crowns and keep material out of drains and waterways.
Care over time
Observe plant response and retest soil as needed before repeating applications.
Confirm with the source
Feedstock, screening, maturity, weed management, bulk density and current test results.
General planning guidance. Supplier specifications, project plans and site conditions determine suitability and installation requirements.
Sandy Loam delivery questions
- Is Sandy Loam the same as lawn soil?
- lawn soil, sandy loam soil, lawn prep soil 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 Sandy Loam order?
- The minimum is 2 tons. Larger quantities are split into truckloads automatically.
- How much area does Sandy Loam cover?
- Coverage depends on depth. The estimated bulk density is 1.10 tons per cubic yard; confirm source-specific density for critical work.
- Can Sandy Loam 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.
2 t · Sandy Loam
$72.00