Sand

Gardeners use sharp sand and builders a much smoother sand. AFAIK plasterers sand is in between. I can't see much harm in using plasters sand in the garden if you have got some spare but if you are buying fresh, just get sharp sand for the garden but from a builders merchant as is should be cheaper if you need a lot. If you really want to open up your soil then the fine grit used for screeding floors would be good.

hth

Bob

Cheers Bob

Firstly, all sand is washed and clean enough for your garden. Silver sand for play pits is very soft and is extra carefully washed and sieved.

Differences between sharp sand, soft sand, builder's sand, plasterer's sand, grit and other similar fine aggregates are all references to the particle size and shape.

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If you decide you need large quantities of sharp sand, then your local builders' merchant or aggregate supplier will likely be the most cost effective.

Or bulk garden suppliers who do soil, compost, sand etc in tonne bags.

Sharp sand for gardening mainly.