How Does Septic Sand Filtration Work and What Kind of Sand Should be Used?

Proper filtration sand quality and gradation are paramount during installation of a septic system to ensure longevity and avoid costly repairs.

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Why Does Silica Sand Make a Great Pool Filter?

Sand filtration works by using multiple layers of specialized sand and gravitational fluid pressure to retain solid particles suspended in liquids, resulting in a cleaner product.

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How do Sand Filters Work?

Sand filtration works by using multiple layers of specialized sand and gravitational fluid pressure to retain solid particles suspended in liquids, resulting in a cleaner product.

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How is Sand Used in Farming and Agriculture?

Sand is a key ingredient for many industries including construction, energy, landscaping, and many more. Here’s how it’s used in farming and agriculture.

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The Comfort and Convenience of Home Heating with Wood Pellets

This may be the time to consider switching to wood pellets. Heating with wood pellets is not only an economical choice but also gives you the opportunity to support the local economy.

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Does Beach Sand Really Come from the Beach?

Shaw Resources Beach Sand does not refer to the location it was sourced, but to its look and feel. Here are six easy and inspiring ideas for how to use commercial beach sand to make your backyard

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How to Choose the Right Abrasive Media

Shaw Resources is a supplier of blasting abrasives to many different industry segments with over 50 years of experience. Learn more about choosing a blasting abrasive in this blog post.

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How to Use Decorative Stone and Gravel in Landscape Design

Many of us are spending a lot more time at home these days, and now that the weather is warming up, you may be starting to think about what you want to change in your outdoor space.

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How Blastrite® Works for the Golf Industry

Blastrite® has been found to be an ideal product for winter maintenance applications on golf courses. Learn about the benefits of using this environmentally-friendly product on greens and tees today.

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Five Reasons to Choose Traction Sand

Get a grip this winter by choosing traction sand to conquer icy surfaces around your home. This blog post outlines five reasons why you should include it with all your other winter essentials.

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Gradations, D-Values & Uniformity Coefficients: What does it all mean?

In our latest blog post, we tell you exactly what you need to know about gradations, D-values, and uniformity coefficients and how it impacts costs and performance.

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Five Benefits of Premium White Play Sand

Looking for a new children’s activity? There’s nothing like good, clean and safe fun. In this post, we will cover off five benefits of using premium white play sand at your home or cottage.

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What Is Silica Sand & How Is It Different From Regular Sand?

In this post we’re going to answer three common questions about silica sand: What is silica sand? How is silica sand different from regular sand? What is silica sand used for?

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Why Softwood Pellets are the Preferred Choice

The differences between hardwood pellets versus softwood pellets are not the same as they are with firewood. This post will explain why this is the case.

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What is the difference between Sand and Gravel?

The difference between sand and gravel is simply the size of the material in question. In this article we will expand on this size classification and the reasons behind variations in size.

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