Marshalls Carto Sand Multi

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Give your driveway a warmer and more welcoming appearance with Marshalls Carto Sand Multi. This premium concrete block paving combines soft sand, beige and natural stone tones with the strength and consistency needed for a hard-working domestic driveway. Its textured finish and carefully blended colouring create the character of quarried sandstone while retaining the dependable performance of manufactured concrete paving. Marshalls Carto Sand Multi is available in two formats: a three-size project pack for a more varied, traditional-looking layout or a 300mm x 100mm linear block for a cleaner and more structured finish. Available Pack Options Carto Three-Size Project Pack The Carto three-size project pack combines different block sizes to create a more varied driveway layout with the appearance and character of traditional natural stone paving. Using a mixture of sizes helps break up straight lines and repetitive patterns, creating a finished driveway that feels more natural and established. Pack type: Three-size project pack Block thickness: 60mm Pack coverage: Approximately 8.96m² Suitable for: Domestic driveways, paths and entrance areas Jointing compound included: No Carto 300mm x 100mm Linear Pack The linear pack contains elongated 300mm x 100mm blocks for a cleaner and more defined driveway layout. This longer block format works particularly well across contemporary homes, larger driveways and entrance areas where the paving direction can be used to emphasise the width or length of the space. Block size: 300mm x 100mm Block thickness: 60mm Pack coverage: Approximately 9.72m² Suitable for: Domestic driveways, paths and entrance areas Jointing compound included: No Key Features Premium sandstone-inspired concrete block paving Warm Sand Multi colour blend Textured surface with natural tonal variation Available as a three-size project pack or linear block pack Durable 60mm thickness for domestic driveways Three-size project pack covers approximately 8.96m² 300mm x 100mm linear pack covers approximately 9.72m² SurfaceBlend technology creates natural colour variation and depth SurfaceLock technology helps resist UV fading, weathering and everyday wear Manufactured in the UK using lower-carbon CarbonStep technology Suitable for traditional, rural and contemporary properties Complements Marshalls Saxon edging Jointing compound is not included Product Specifications Brand: Marshalls Product: Marshalls Carto Sand Multi Product type: Concrete block paving Colour: Sand Multi Material: Concrete Finish: Textured, sandstone-inspired surface Available formats: Three-size project pack and 300mm x 100mm linear pack Thickness: 60mm Project pack coverage: Approximately 8.96m² Linear block size: 300mm x 100mm Linear pack coverage: Approximately 9.72m² Primary use: Domestic driveways, pathways and entrance areas Suitable for vehicle traffic: Yes, when correctly installed Jointing compound included: No Manufactured in: United Kingdom Why Choose Marshalls Carto Sand Multi? The colour of a driveway has a major influence on the overall appearance of a property. Marshalls Carto Sand Multi is designed for customers who want something warmer and more natural-looking than standard grey block paving. Its blend of beige, cream and soft sandstone tones helps brighten the front of a home and creates a welcoming entrance. The Sand Multi colouring works especially well with: Red and buff brick properties Cream and white rendered homes Traditional cottages and country-style properties Modern new-build homes Timber fencing and garden features Charcoal or darker contrasting edging Warm-toned walls, steps and landscaping The subtle variation between the blocks helps the completed driveway feel more individual and avoids the flat appearance associated with conventional single-colour paving. Choose the Right Format for Your Driveway The two Carto formats allow you to create different layouts while keeping the same Sand Multi colouring throughout the project. The three-size project pack creates a varied pattern that suits traditional properties and customers wanting the appearance of natural stone paving. The 300mm x 100mm linear blocks create a more ordered and contemporary finish. Their longer proportions make them particularly effective across modern driveways and defined entrance areas. Both formats are manufactured at 60mm thick and are suitable for normal domestic vehicle traffic when installed correctly. Warm Sandstone-Inspired Appearance Marshalls uses SurfaceBlend technology to recreate the colour variation and depth associated with natural quarried sandstone. Rather than each block appearing identical, the deliberate variation in the Sand Multi blend introduces movement and character across the driveway. This provides the appearance of natural stone while retaining the consistent dimensions, reliable thickness and strength of manufactured concrete paving. A Brighter Alternative to Grey Block Paving Sand Multi can help make a driveway and entrance area feel lighter, warmer and more inviting. The natural beige and cream colouring works well in smaller or shaded front gardens, where darker paving may make the area feel more enclosed. It can also be paired with darker edging to create definition around the driveway while allowing the main paved area to remain bright and open. Built for Everyday Driveway Use The 60mm concrete construction makes Marshalls Carto Sand Multi suitable for normal domestic vehicle and pedestrian traffic when correctly installed. SurfaceLock technology helps protect the paving against UV exposure, weathering and the wear caused by everyday use. For the best long-term result, the paving must be installed onto a properly prepared driveway base with suitable edge restraints and drainage. Lower-Carbon UK Manufacturing Marshalls Carto is manufactured in the UK using CarbonStep technology. This production method reduces the embodied carbon within the concrete mix while maintaining the strength and durability required for premium driveway paving. It provides a lower-carbon alternative to natural stone without compromising the appearance or everyday performance of the finished driveway. Installation Information Marshalls Carto Sand Multi should be installed onto a suitably prepared and compacted sub-base appropriate for the ground conditions and expected vehicle use. The blocks are normally laid onto a correctly screeded sharp-sand laying course and contained within suitable edge restraints. Once the paving has been laid, the joints should be filled with appropriate kiln-dried jointing sand before the completed surface is compacted in accordance with current installation guidance. Blocks should be taken from several packs during installation to create a balanced colour blend across the driveway. Excavation depth, sub-base thickness, drainage, finished levels, falls, edge restraints and the final laying pattern must be confirmed by the installer before work begins. Important Colour Information Sand Multi is intentionally manufactured with natural tonal and colour variation. Individual blocks, packs and production batches may differ slightly in shade. This variation is part of the sandstone-inspired appearance and should not be considered a defect. Blocks should be mixed from several packs during installation to achieve an even blend across the completed driveway. The paving may also appear different when wet, dry, photographed or viewed on different screens. Where colour is particularly important, we recommend viewing a physical sample before placing a large order. Delivery & Ordering UK Building Supplies supplies Marshalls Carto Sand Multi with reliable UK delivery. We are a delivery-only supplier, and all products are delivered directly to your chosen address. Orders are typically delivered within 2–5 working days, depending on stock availability, supplier availability and delivery location. You will normally receive a 1-hour pre-call before delivery. Please ensure there is suitable access for a large delivery vehicle and a safe, firm and level area where the products can be unloaded. Buy with confidence — all our products are brand new and sourced direct from trusted suppliers. Please note that stock quantities shown online are not live and availability may vary. If there are any stock or delivery issues, we will contact you after ordering. Check out our other products here See Marshalls description here Show more