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title: What is polymeric sand?
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### January 28, 2016 • [Jamie Tomassetti](https://blog.alliancegator.com/author/jamie-tomassetti)

# What is polymeric sand?

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**WHAT IS POLYMERIC SAND?**

Ready to install an outdoor patio or pool surround? Before you begin, learn what polymeric sand is and how it will work to strengthen and protect your paver joints.

 

**![polymeric_sand_pool.jpg](https://blog.alliancegator.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Infographics/polymeric_sand_pool.jpg?width=600&name=polymeric_sand_pool.jpg "polymeric_sand_pool.jpg")**In a nutshell, polymeric sand is used to fill in the joints or seams between brick pavers or natural stone. The main function of the product is to improve interlock while creating a highly durable hard surface. Not only will polymeric sand improve the strength and durability of your surface, but it will also stand up to freeze/thaw, extreme heat, and erosion!

 

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The Alliance Gator series of polymeric sands offer a number of special benefits, including:

- **G2** with Rapid Set Technology (rain safe after 15 minutes!)  
- 20% more polymers  
- A 15-year limited warranty  
- 1-hour Rainproof  
- Works down to 32∘F  
- 4 exclusive colors 

Interested in learning even more about polymeric sand? Download our free Polymeric Sand for Dummies Guide today!

 

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