Can I use sand for Peace Lilly potting soil?

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    My question is - whether I can use sand instead of pumice, or perlite for drenage when making potting soil mix for my Peace Lilly? And which sand would be the best for this function, and in which proportion can I mix it with potting soil? [​IMG]
     
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