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Construction Aggregates

Day Aggregates offers a comprehensive range of primary, and recycled construction aggregates, for builders’ merchants, infrastructure projects, and wider construction industry.

Decorative Aggregates

Add style and character with our premium decorative aggregates. From vibrant gravels and polished pebbles to versatile landscaping materials, Day Aggregates offers high-quality options.

Specialist Aggregates

From jointing grit and roofing shingle to play sands,
de-icing salts, and advanced construction blends, Day Aggregates offers a wide range of specialist products.

Play / Leisure Sand

Play / Leisure Sand is a soft, fine-grained, and clean sand, specifically selected for use in children’s play pits, sandboxes, and leisure areas. It is valued for its bright appearance, silky texture, and non-staining, non-toxic properties.

Available in...

  • Bulk Bags
  • Loose
  • Poly Bags
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Product Details

Play / Leisure Sand consists of carefully graded, pale-coloured particles that are gentle to the touch and safe for children. The sand is non-marking and non-staining, ensuring it remains clean and attractive in play environments.

It is non-toxic and conforms to BS EN 1177 and toy safety standard BS EN 71-3, providing peace of mind for parents, schools, and local authorities.

This sand is ideal for use in play pits, sandboxes, and sensory play areas, as well as for leisure and decorative applications where a soft, bright finish is desired. With a typical bulk density of approximately 1.53 tonnes per cubic metre, Play / Leisure Sand offers contractors and playground installers a compliant, reliable, and safe solution for children’s play and recreation spaces.

Useful Information

This product is great for...

  • Children's play areas
  • Sand pits
  • Indoor and outdoor play pits
  • Artificial beaches
  • Animal substrates
  • Casting moulds
  • Sand sculptures

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Key Benefits

Safety Compliance

Non-toxic and tested to BS EN 1177 and BS EN 71-3 for play and toy safety.

Clean and Non-Staining

Maintains a bright, attractive appearance without marking surfaces or clothing.

Soft, Fine Texture

Provides a comfortable, sensory-friendly surface for play pits and leisure areas.

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