Polypropylene Olive Drab Rugged Sandbag | 14 Inches by 26 Inches | Pack of 15 | Military Grade | Protects Homes & Businesses from Flooding | Sand Bags Trusted by US Military & Red Cross

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Even though I had little to no idea what they were about, I tested this pack of 15. It's possible to find a 100-pack for around 50 bucks, and the savings increase as you purchase more so shop around to find the one that works for you. Seeing the listed size of the bags made me wonder about the usable space in the bags once they are full of dirt. It appears the seller has listed the dimensions once the bags are full once the dirt is in the bags. This is the lowest end of the price range. As soon as I laid my bags flat and full on the ground, I found they were 17 inches long, 12 inches wide, and Included in the tie but not above it. (The dirt area is the total size of those dimensions. ) Having used old plastic bags to store the sand that had begun to deteriorate from Florida sun, I put them into these bags for a better look. I realized I was getting approximately 16 to 18 inches of usable length from them when they are measured in line. Those are the pictures I posted Hence, I was happy that they turned out to be not much smaller than I had mentioned above, I put 50 pounds into the bags, and it just about filled them all. To shape the bags you'll need a bit less but I don't think you'll need much more than that in terms of Even after further inspection, I cannot imagine anything should leak from those bags, no matter how fine. The only hole I can see is where the tie has been cut. They are fairly durable and blend well with most colors. Whether you're closing the bag or not, the ties on the bag are strong and help you do so. These do not cause the annoying first knot you normally have to hold down in order to complete the double knot. Due to the fabric, they stay in place when you pull them shut, so they were easy to tie. This is clearly not meant to be a pain in the neck. As for the bags' longevity, I have no idea, but I will report back in a year after living in a very sunny Florida climate about how they have lasted. For me, I'll just purchase the 100 pack via the familiar auction site so I always have them on hand. It's a pretty good deal and it's also easy. The pros include I note *br Sturdy and long-lasting A good blend of colors
The full length of the sandbox as listed is approximately 16 to 18 inches (holds 50 pounds of sand). These rocks are approximately 12 inches wide and just over 5 inches deep when set on the ground. I note *br Because the material is easily tied, but it has a few cons I note *br At least 6 hours per day of direct sunlight have kept bags from discoloring and none have broken. This is the second year sitting in the Florida sun (at least 6 hours per day of direct sunlight). The majority of the time, we walk on them as well. So they might have a little scuffed color in some areas, but apart from that they're in good condition. No matter what one does, a rake or shovel is going to have to puncture the bags to allow them to go through.

Rayna Travis

| Feb 21, 2021

There is a convergent area where all the storm runoff collects at the bottom of our property. The slope of our driveway's gutters was improperly graded when the subdivision was constructed, causing a great deal of water to run down our drive rather than into the adjacent There are other methods that I tried, but these were most effective and most effective for me. Since I have been leaving them at the curb all year, they have gotten pretty stale. The ones that are beginning to rot now have spares, but I bought enough to cover what is left. It is during the winter when I am able to throw a six-foot ball It helps me get out of the driveway more easily by placing eight of them in the back of my dually PU where they will act as ballast. I have not had any leakage issues with the provided tie as of yet A method that turns off.

Zeke Brewer

| Jun 26, 2021

It seems some people reported that they leaked when they used them outside, but for outside use you want them to be able to release the water that gets into It did not leak out at all when the bag was filled with sand. As I use the bags to press against the outside of my sliding door, I am taping a blue plastic tarp to the outside. It is at the bottom of a cement stairwell that leads to my basement, thus I get floods due to torrential rain during early spring. The water seeps in through the window into the basement through the sandbags, but the problem is now solved. As a result, the sand stays in place and does not wash away like it used to before I purchased these bags. I highly recommend these bags for outdoor use as they are very good quality and they are easy to wash.

Myra Matthews

| Oct 21, 2020

The army taught me how to use sandbags, so I have experience with them. When it's hard rain, my bathroom floods because of a low spot behind my garage. We had these sandbags installed again on the other side of the wall and they look clean after 3 years. As well, I had some in bed that I slept with Ten were used to weigh down the rear of the truck, and it took a couple years of rain and sun before I had to replace two of them. Here's a hint If you slip play sand into the sandbags, it will slide easily in and make it easy to fill up the bags. It took me a couple of days to discover a replacement sandbag! My original sandbag was able to slide out and into the new one! Despite being used twice, the sand bag was still in good condition It has been three years since direct exposure started!.

Oaklyn Friedman

| Aug 22, 2021

The bags are very easy to fill and appear to last a long time. A large amount of sand can be contained in them, and the ties are long enough to prevent the sand from spilling.

Lian Blackwell

| Mar 13, 2021

There are several good things about these bags The product was well made and exactly In all likelihood, they will be called into duty multiple times a year while on active duty, so I hope and expect many years of service for them. However, I am only giving them 4 stars instead of 5, due to the plastic ties that are included in They provide a nice convenience and keep the sand in the bag, so it makes sense for them to be provided. It became evident when I gave one tug to the first bag, and the tie broke apart, that it wasn't quite up to the task. Out of 12 bags, I broke another, so I learned to handle the rest with great care. It seems they are fine once they are tied safely. If we were to provide a more durable plastic for the ties, would it be expensive?.

Kate Steele

| Jul 25, 2021

I have tested these and they are great. If you need sandbags that are tough, with sturdy ties that will last for a long time they In order for my goats to drink water, there is a pipe that runs into Sandbags help me create a small dam that keeps the water flowing for a continuous period of time. Periodically, the creek floods, and some of the sandbags can wash hundreds of feet away. My usual method for reusing these bags is to walk down the creek, retrieve them, and use them again. There has never been a rupture in my body.

Cataleya Franklin

| Apr 19, 2021

You can use these bags without a problem. I've been using these bags to weigh down tarps and other items prone to wind gusts at my company where I test sand. Instead of throwing the sand away after testing, I'm storing it in them. I like these bags because they hold up well, are easy to fill, and are durable.

Jalen Leblanc

| Aug 23, 2021