Mason Sand in Montana
Montana masonry and patio finishing often go wrong when Mason Sand is used under a structural layer instead of at the surface.
- Size: Ultra-fine, consistent grain size
- Grading: Washed to remove clay, silt and organic impurities
From $467.00 for 1 ton, delivery included
Larger loads cost less per ton: 2000 tons is $89,160.00 ($44.58 per ton). Pick any quantity below for a delivered price.
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“One ton of mason sand for the kids' sandbox and to level a few pavers on a small patio near Broadus. Fine and clean, with hardly any clumps, and the grandkids have been digging in it all summer without a single complaint about rocks underfoot.”
Regina U. · Verified Buyer
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Everything You Need to Know About Mason Sand
Size and Grading
- Size
- Ultra-fine, consistent grain size
- Grading
- Washed to remove clay, silt and organic impurities
A frequent mistake is treating Mason Sand as the answer to ground support. It is better reserved for mortar, stucco, grouting, and the visible paver work after the supporting materials are ready. The material is washed and has a soft texture, which helps it fit tasks that call for a neat, workable finish. It can also be used in play spaces where a gentler feel is wanted.
Across Montana, ground conditions can change from water-holding clay east of the Continental Divide to draining valley gravel farther west. Deep frost and seasonal movement make the work below a patio or walkway important. For paver installation, prepare the support layer underneath before placing Mason Sand for bedding or joint work. Keeping those roles separate helps prevent a finish material from being asked to carry the site preparation.
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Material: Mason Sand
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Common Uses
Mortar & Stucco Mixing
For masonry work, use mason sand in mortar, stucco, and grout blends. The small, even grains make a mix that is easy to trowel, spreads consistently, and helps masonry materials adhere.
Paver Installation
Mason sand can serve as the bedding course below pavers and fill the joints between interlocking units. Its fine particles create a level setting layer and work down into the joints.
Children's Play Sand
Washed mason sand has fine particles that make a comfortable fill for children's play boxes and similar areas. With debris and coarse pieces removed, it is gentle against hands and feet.
Volleyball Courts & Recreation
For volleyball court surfacing, mason sand provides an even, soft layer for barefoot activity. Its consistent texture cushions landings during play.
Why Choose Mason Sand
Fine, Smooth Texture
Fine grading combined with washing gives mason sand a uniform, smooth feel. It is useful for mortar work and finish applications requiring clean, workable material.
Washed & Clean
Washing mason sand removes silt, clay, and organic debris from each batch. The resulting material supports mortar bonding and leaves recreation surfaces clean.
Consistent Grain Size
Mason sand is graded for uniform particle size, helping mortar, leveling beds, and recreation surfaces perform predictably. Similar sizing helps maintain repeatable results across a project.
Recreation Surfaces
For sandboxes, playgrounds, and athletic courts, mason sand offers a soft, washed surface. It provides a clean material for active play.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mason Sand
Customer Reviews
Sandbox and patio both leveled out
One ton of mason sand for the kids' sandbox and to level a few pavers on a small patio near Broadus. Fine and clean, with hardly any clumps, and the grandkids have been digging in it all summer without a single complaint about rocks underfoot.
Regina U. · Broadus, MT · Verified Buyer
Pool base level, load arrived damp
Two tons of mason sand to level the base under an above ground pool near Jordan. Screeded out smooth and even. Only complaint is the load arrived a little damp, so we let it dry out a day before leveling.
Tamara V. · Jordan, MT · Verified Buyer
Stock Tank Mortar Mixed Clean
Used two tons of mason sand for the mortar on a new stone stock tank out at the ranch. Sand worked smooth in the mix, no grit, and every joint troweled tight before the cold shut the job down.
Sheldon Y. · Terry, MT · Verified Buyer
Chimney mortar mixed clean out here
Mixed mortar for a stone chimney rebuild on an old ranch house out past Ekalaka, a good two hour haul from the nearest big town, so getting sand delivered on schedule mattered more than usual. Four tons of mason sand showed up right on the promised morning, fine and clean with barely any pebbles to screen out before mixing. Six months of Montana weather since the chimney went back together and the mortar joints look as tight as the day we finished. Montana Rock Supply was the only supplier willing to run a truck that far out without tacking on a big surcharge.
Preston I. · Ekalaka, MT · Verified Buyer
Mason Sand has 4 verified customer reviews with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5.
