Buying & Suppliers
Where can I buy sand and aggregate in Al Ahsa?
Direct answer
Buy sand and aggregate in Al Ahsa on Benna from verified suppliers delivering across the city and surrounding areas. Order single loads online, or submit an RFQ for project volumes and receive competing quotes from Al Ahsa vendors, usually within 24 hours.
Sand and Aggregate key specifications
| Price range | SAR 35-95 per ton delivered |
|---|---|
| Minimum order | One tipper load, typically 20-30 tons |
| Aggregate sizes | 3/8", 3/4", 1" |
| Tipper capacity | 20-30 tons |
| Bulk density | 1.5-1.6 t/m³ |
| Fineness modulus | 2.3-3.1 for concrete sand |
| Standards | ASTM C33 grading, chloride and sulfate limits per SBC |
Key takeaways
- A 1:2:4 concrete mix per m³ uses about 350 kg cement, 0.5 m³ sand and 0.75 m³ aggregate — roughly 0.8 tons of sand and 1.2 tons of gravel.
- Washed silica sand suits concrete and plaster; red sand is used for backfill only, since salt content weakens structural mixes.
- Available brands: Local licensed quarries, Bin Quraya, Al Rashid Quarries, Saudi Crushers
- Delivered to Al Ahsa and 165+ Saudi cities.
Related questions
How much sand and aggregate do I need?▾
A 1:2:4 concrete mix per m³ uses about 350 kg cement, 0.5 m³ sand and 0.75 m³ aggregate — roughly 0.8 tons of sand and 1.2 tons of gravel.
Which standards apply to sand and aggregate in Saudi Arabia?▾
ASTM C33 grading, chloride and sulfate limits per SBC
What is the minimum order quantity?▾
One tipper load, typically 20-30 tons