To answer a simple question: joint sand vs polymeric sand? Polymeric sand is a type of joint sand, it has some advantages such as being highly durable and long-lasting, resists weeds, insects, and erosion, is is lower maintenance after installation compared with simple joining sand, making it ideal for high-traffic areas and driveways.

Standard Paving Sand: Basic jointing material, often just silica sand, without added features like weed resistance.

Dansand: A high-quality, specialized paving sand with added benefits like weed prevention(Dansand No Grow), durability, and being eco-friendly(Dansand ECO).