Paviour block paving query

[discoverer]

Hi All, We have this paviour block paving which has been washed with a power washer, this has resulted in the loss of the sand which is used as a grout between them. Could anyone advise what type of sand or filling should be used to replace it. Any help appreciated. regards Bill

[Cicero]

============= It's actually called 'Block paving sand' and it's sold by that name (in bags) at Wickes, etc. It's a very fine kiln dried sand which you pour onto the paving and then brush in with a soft sweeping brush. A very tedious job requiring a dry surface and a dry day.

Cic.

[discoverer]

[shazzbat]

I'm wondering what kind of sand the paving guys use. Sharp sand possibly? They certainly don't get it in bags, I've seen them shovelling from a pile obviously delivered by a tipper. Which makes a mockery of kiln drying.

I bet it's hideously expensive to buy in bags as well.

Steve

[listener]

Its known in the trade as "silver sand" you have to make sure you keep it dry, sharp sand is too "big" silver sand is very fine.

[shazzbat]

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It's true what they say, you learn something every day. Thank you for today's contribution :-))

Steve

[discoverer]