How To Check If Sand Is Good? ==>
*GOLDEN YELLOW SAND, A SIGN OF GOOD QUALITY SAND. |
The following tests should be performed to
determine the quality of Sand:-
1. The Sand should be free from organic impurities and
mineral salts, The maximum permissible quantity of organic impurities should be
restricted to 5%.
2. The Sand should be of Golden Yellow colour.
3. The Sand particles should be sharp and angular to
increase the interlocking property between the sand particles.
4. The sand should coarse for Concreting and medium
sand may be allowed in brickwork and is preferable for plastering works.
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