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polymeric jointing sand

In French: sable polymère

Definition

Jointing sand mixed with a binder that hardens once wetted. It limits weeds and joint erosion, but it must go on fully dry pavers and joints, and every grain must be cleared from the surface before wetting.

Also called

  • poly sand

Other names in French

  • sable polymérique

Sources

  1. Montreal lists accepted polymeric sand products and requires dry joints when filling. (s. 6.8.1, 7.7.6)

    DTNI-3C, Mise en oeuvre des pavés et des dalles en béton ou en pierre naturelle sur lit de pose granulaire · Ville de Montréal

  2. Coverage per bag varies widely from one paver product to another with joint width and depth. (p. 64)

    Guide d'installation, Pavés · Techo-Bloc