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Playground Sand

Fine, washed playground sand designed for kids' play areas. Clean, soft, and free of sharp particles for safe, comfortable play.

4.8· 1,569 verified reviews9,204 deliveries · 50 states

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Product Specifications

Material
Washed natural sand
Shape
Fine, rounded grain
Weight
~2,700 lbs per cubic yard
Coverage (3" deep)
~100 sq ft per yard
Minimum Order
1 ton
Delivery
Dump truck, directly to your location

Best For

SandboxesPlay areasVolleyball courtsBeach setups

Hello Gravel Guarantee

Right material. Safe delivery. Real help if we miss.

We chose a delivery date. The driver dropped it exactly where I asked. I had never ordered gravel in my life.
Kelly O’Brien · 5★ · one of 1,569 verified reviews

Why Choose This Product

Kid-Friendly

Washed and screened for clean, comfortable play.

Soft & Fine

Smooth grains feel great underfoot and in little hands.

Drains Quickly

Dries fast after rain so play doesn't have to stop for long.

Delivery Included

Free delivery right to your driveway. No rental trucks needed.

How Delivery Works

1

Browse Products

Explore our range of gravel, stone, and landscaping materials.

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Calculate Amount

Use our calculator to find exactly how much you need.

3

Schedule Delivery

Pick a delivery date that works for your project timeline.

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Delivered to Your Door

We deliver right to your driveway or job site.

Common Uses

Backyard Sandboxes

Soft, washed sand that's comfortable for bare feet and easy on hands.

Playgrounds

A safe fall surface under swings and play structures when laid 9"+ deep, per CPSC guidance.

Volleyball Courts

Drains fast and stays loose — perfect for backyard or competition courts.

Beach-Style Spaces

Bring the beach home — works for fire-pit surrounds and decorative beach areas.

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What customers say

4.92(192 reviews)
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What customers say

Customers praise Hello Gravel's smooth ordering process and helpful staff, though delivery reliability and accurate quantity concerns need addressing.

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Lucas A.

2 months ago
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Tereza was helpful throughout the whole process. Quick and easy. They delivered on time as well.

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May 26, 2026

Paul

2 months ago
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Delivered the amount needed where I needed it. Communication was very consistent

May 23, 2026

Michael O.

2 months ago
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Ordering from Hello Gravel was super easy and delivery was great. This is my second order.

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May 22, 2026

Pete P.

2 months ago
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After waiting 3 weeks for a local company to deliver topsoil, we got in touch with Jonas, who set us up with a delivery date and a requested amount of top grade material. The three tons we expected became 3 yards at delivery. Cost was a little better than local vendors and material was high quality. Jonas was very helpful, making the process effortlessl.

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May 20, 2026

Alexis B.

2 months ago
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This was my first time ordering ground materials, I placed an order for garden soil. They contacted me asking what my project is etc to make sure I was getting the right type of materials and the right amount. Great communication - i hate phone calls but luckily they let me communicate all through text lol order came on the day I requested and the material and amount is perfect.

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May 19, 2026

Elvis H.

2 months ago
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The communication was excellent. Cadian (representative) was so attentive throughout the order and delivery process. I was available to reschedule my order with little effort.

May 19, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Use our built-in calculator on this page — enter the length, width, and depth of your project area, and we'll calculate the exact amount. As a general rule, 1 ton of material covers about 100 square feet at 2 inches deep.
We deliver directly to your driveway or project site using a dump truck. Just choose your delivery date and time window (AM or PM) during checkout. Next-day delivery is available on orders placed before noon.
Yes! Delivery is included in the price you see — no hidden fees, no surprises. The price per ton (or yard) you see is the price you pay, delivered.
The minimum order is typically 1 ton (or 1 cubic yard for mulch and soil products). Our pricing gets better with larger quantities — a full truckload (18 tons) gives you the best per-unit price.
Due to the nature of bulk materials, we cannot accept returns once delivered. We recommend using our calculator to get the right amount — it's better to order slightly more than to run short mid-project.
For a sandbox, 8-12 inches is typical. For impact-attenuation under play structures, the CPSC recommends a minimum of 9 inches of loose sand to cushion falls from up to 4 feet.
Yes — playground sand is washed and screened to remove debris and sharp particles. As with any bulk material, we recommend rinsing the sand once installed and replacing periodically.

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