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Alliance Gator Maxx Sand Polymeric Sand for Paver Joints up to 2"

Sale price $79.99 Regular price $81.99

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Color: Beige

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Type
Polymeric Sand
Joint width
Up to 2"
Sizes
50 lb
Colors
2 options

About this item

  • Approved for overlay installations. Alliance rates it for pavers over a concrete slab as well as traditional aggregate bases, and it is the grade they name for false joint pavers.
  • Joints from 1/8 in to 2 in on traditional and overlay work alike.
  • Residential and commercial. Streetscape, commercial, steep slope, pool areas, driveways and parking.
  • Advanced Haze Free Technology. Sweeps clean without leaving film on the paver faces.
  • Ideal over Gator Base panels. Alliance specifically pairs it with their base panel system and warranties the combination.
  • ASTM C-144 gradation and OSHA crystalline silica compliant.
See the full description and data sheets

Shipping, pick-up and returns

Orders ship from Williamstown, New Jersey by UPS, FedEx Ground or USPS; weekday orders placed before 2 PM Eastern go out the same day. Warehouse pick-ups (call first so we can pull your order) and drop-off returns Monday to Friday 8 to 5, Saturday 8 to noon.

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  • Ships Same DayFrom our NJ warehouse
  • 2 Colors, 50 lb BagsBeige and Slate Grey
  • Overlay RatedTraditional and over concrete
  • Real Humans(856) 418-4895

Why Gator Maxx Sand?

Overlay-Rated Polymeric Sand for Joints Up to 2 Inches

Most polymeric sands forbid overlay work. Gator Maxx Sand is the one Alliance rates for pavers laid over an existing concrete slab, which is why contractors keep it on the truck alongside the traditional grades.

Full description and specs
  • Approved for overlay installations - Alliance Gator Maxx Sand Polymeric Sand for Paver Joints up to 2"

    Approved for overlay installations

    Alliance rates it for pavers over a concrete slab as well as traditional aggregate bases, and it is the grade they name for false joint pavers.

  • Joints from 1/8 in to 2 in - Alliance Gator Maxx Sand Polymeric Sand for Paver Joints up to 2"

    Joints from 1/8 in to 2 in

    On traditional and overlay work alike.

  • Residential and commercial - Alliance Gator Maxx Sand Polymeric Sand for Paver Joints up to 2"

    Residential and commercial

    Streetscape, commercial, steep slope, pool areas, driveways and parking.

  • Advanced Haze Free Technology - Alliance Gator Maxx Sand Polymeric Sand for Paver Joints up to 2"

    Advanced Haze Free Technology

    Sweeps clean without leaving film on the paver faces.

Choose your color

2 colors in this listing.

Not sure which color?

Order color samples and check them against your own pavers in daylight before you buy the bags.

Order color samples

Color and appearance may vary with lighting, paver color and installation conditions.

How to Install Gator Maxx Sand

The short version. Always follow the Alliance data sheet.

  1. Step 1: Spread - Alliance Gator Maxx Sand Polymeric Sand for Paver Joints up to 2"

    Spread

    The polymeric sand with a hard-bristle broom and fill the joints completely, leaving a layer on the surface to help it vibrate in.

  2. Step 2: Vibrate - Alliance Gator Maxx Sand Polymeric Sand for Paver Joints up to 2"

    Vibrate

    With a plate compactor fitted with a rubber pad. Expect 30 to 50 percent of the sand to drop on the first pass, then top up and repeat. Never skip this step.

  3. Step 3: Sweep clean - Alliance Gator Maxx Sand Polymeric Sand for Paver Joints up to 2"

    Sweep clean

    Hard broom first, then soft, until not a grain is left on the paver faces. This is the step that prevents haze.

  4. Step 4: Activate with water - Alliance Gator Maxx Sand Polymeric Sand for Paver Joints up to 2"

    Activate with water

    On a shower setting, starting at the lowest point, until the joints hold water without flooding.

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The usual companions for this job, at the same price as on their own pages.

Total for 1 items: $79.99

Same prices as buying them one at a time.

Description

Overlay-Rated Polymeric Sand for Joints Up to 2 Inches

Gator Maxx Sand is the Alliance polymeric sand rated for both traditional and overlay installations, the one to use when pavers sit on a concrete slab. Joints to 2 in, Advanced Haze Free Technology, residential and commercial, 15 year residential warranty. Beige and Slate Grey, 50 lb bags.

Ships Same Day
From our NJ warehouse
2 Colors, 50 lb Bags
Beige and Slate Grey
Overlay Rated
Traditional and over concrete
Real Humans
(856) 418-4895

Why Contractors Ask for Gator Maxx Sand by Name

Most polymeric sands forbid overlay work. Gator Maxx Sand is the one Alliance rates for pavers laid over an existing concrete slab, which is why contractors keep it on the truck alongside the traditional grades.

  • Approved for overlay installations. Alliance rates it for pavers over a concrete slab as well as traditional aggregate bases, and it is the grade they name for false joint pavers.
  • Joints from 1/8 in to 2 in on traditional and overlay work alike.
  • Residential and commercial. Streetscape, commercial, steep slope, pool areas, driveways and parking.
  • Advanced Haze Free Technology. Sweeps clean without leaving film on the paver faces.
  • Ideal over Gator Base panels. Alliance specifically pairs it with their base panel system and warranties the combination.
  • ASTM C-144 gradation and OSHA crystalline silica compliant.

Gator Maxx Sand Specifications

Bag weight 50 lb (22.7 kg)
Colors Beige, Slate Grey
Joint width 1/8 in to 2 in (3 mm to 5 cm)
Minimum joint depth 1-1/2 in (38 mm)
Application type Traditional and overlay, residential and commercial
Install temperature Above 32 F (0 C)
Rain safe 1 hour traditional, 24 hours overlay
Coverage, joints 1/8 in to 3/8 in 65 to 85 sq ft per bag
Coverage, joints 3/4 in to 1-1/4 in 22 to 42 sq ft per bag
Standards ASTM C-144, OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1153, ICPI Tech Spec 2 and 10
Warranty 15 year residential, 1 year commercial

Coverage is per 50 lb bag on pavers 2-3/8 in tall. Size your order with our free Polymeric Sand Calculator, or call (856) 418-4895.

Where Gator Maxx Sand Works

Alliance recommends Gator Maxx Sand for concrete pavers, natural stone and wet cast products:

  • Overlay work, pavers over an existing concrete slab
  • Traditional aggregate base installations
  • Patios, walkways and driveways
  • Pool areas and steep slopes
  • Streetscape and commercial hardscape
  • False joint pavers and Gator Base panel systems

Where Gator Maxx Sand Should NOT Be Used (Straight From the Manufacturer)

On an overlay, ICPI Tech Spec 10 requires 2 in drainage holes roughly every 10 ft. Skip the drainage and water has nowhere to go.

Do not apply if the paver surface or the joints are damp or wet. Everything must be 100 percent dry.

Do not sweep it over asphalt. Do not apply on aggregates with large voids.

Pavers must be fully interlocked before you sand. Pool coping units must be mortared, not sanded.

Joints must be filled to at least 1/8 in below the paver surface or chamfer, and cured joints should never sit in direct contact with foot traffic or tires.

Not sure if your project qualifies? Call us at (856) 418-4895 before you order. We will give you a straight answer, even if the answer is that this is not the right product for your job.

How to Install Gator Maxx Sand

The full step by step guide is in the official documentation below. Here is the shape of the job:

  1. Spread. the polymeric sand with a hard-bristle broom and fill the joints completely, leaving a layer on the surface to help it vibrate in.
  2. Vibrate. with a plate compactor fitted with a rubber pad. Expect 30 to 50 percent of the sand to drop on the first pass, then top up and repeat. Never skip this step.
  3. Sweep clean. hard broom first, then soft, until not a grain is left on the paver faces. This is the step that prevents haze.
  4. Activate with water. on a shower setting, starting at the lowest point, until the joints hold water without flooding.

Install above 32 F on a completely dry surface. Rain safe in 1 hour on a traditional base, 24 hours on an overlay.

Specifications

  • Joint width
    Up to 2"

Data sheets

The manufacturer's technical data sheet (coverage, joint width, cure and rain-safe times) and safety data sheet are collected in the TDS and SDS library. Every figure on this page comes from those sheets.

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Questions about this product

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How wide can the joints be?
The manufacturer rates this product for joints up to 2". Measure the widest joint on the job, not the average; if it is wider than that, pick a sand rated for wider joints or use the project finder.
How many bags do I need?
Coverage depends on paver size, joint width and joint depth, so a bag count from a square-foot number alone can be off by half. The coverage calculator uses this product's own data sheet figures: enter your area, paver size and joint width and it gives you the bag count.
Which colors does it come in?
2 options: Beige, Slate Gray. Screens shift color, so check a color sample against your own pavers before ordering full bags if the shade matters.
What sizes are available?
Size: 50 lb. The price shown is per 50 lb unless you pick another option.
When will it ship?
In-stock orders placed before 2:00 PM Eastern on a weekday ship the same day from our Williamstown, New Jersey warehouse by UPS or FedEx Ground. The cut-off is when the carriers start arriving; order after it, or on a weekend, and it ships the next business day. Just missed it? Call (856) 418-4895: if the carrier has not picked up yet we do our best to get it out the same day. The box above the Add to cart button shows the live countdown and an arrival estimate for your ZIP. Phones are answered 24/7; the warehouse itself is open for pick-ups and returns Monday to Friday 8 to 5 and Saturday 8 to noon, Eastern. For a pick-up, call first so we can pull your order.
Can I buy by the pallet?
Yes. Full pallets ship by freight truck, so we price the delivery for your address instead of guessing. Request a pallet quote or call (856) 418-4895 and we will call you back with a delivered price.
Where are the technical and safety data sheets?
The manufacturers' technical and safety data sheets are collected in the TDS and SDS library. Coverage, cure time and application temperatures on this page come from those sheets.
Is contractor or bulk pricing available?
No. One price for everyone: the price on the page is what contractors, landscapers and homeowners all pay. For full pallets, request a pallet quote and we will price the freight to your address.

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