1 / 6sackmaker FLOOD DEFENCE Sandbags, 100 Pack, Unfilled
Unfilled: sackmaker FLOOD DEFENCE sandbags are supplied as a 100-pack of empty polypropylene sacks. Their listed dimensions are 33x79cm when empty, and the listing says each can hold up to 25kg of filling, so you will need to source and fill them before use.
At a glance
- Supplied unfilled, without sand.
- Listing describes woven polypropylene construction and UV stabilisation.
- Intended for flood defence and for ballast around temporary outdoor structures.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- A 100-pack provides many sacks for covering a larger area or several ballast points.
- The stated 33x79cm empty size and up-to-25kg filling capacity help with planning storage and filling.
- The listing describes them as reusable and UV-stabilised for repeated outdoor use.
Cons
- They arrive empty, so filling material and the work of filling them are additional requirements.
Technical specifications
12 specifications| Brand | sackmaker |
|---|---|
| Pack quantity | 100 |
| Item form | empty |
| Grade rating | Industrial |
| Form factor | Rectangular |
|---|---|
| Size when empty | 33x79cm |
| Maximum stated filling | up to 25kg |
| Material listed | Polypropylene |
|---|---|
| Colour | Off-white |
| UV protection claim | UV-stabilised |
| Suggested filling materials | sand, gravel, stones or soil |
|---|---|
| Suggested applications | securing road signs, marquees, temporary fencing, scaffolding, and other outdoor structures |
What to know before buying
- The 25kg figure is a stated maximum filling amount per sack, not the supplied weight. Choose a filling and load that suits your handling needs and intended application.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Households preparing empty bags for flood defence, with filling material available separately.
- People needing multiple ballast sacks for signs, marquees or temporary fencing.
Less suited to
- Buyers who need sand-filled bags ready to use on arrival.
- Anyone requiring a stated water-retention rating or tested flood-protection performance, neither of which is provided here.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
64% 64% - 4 stars
14% 14% - 3 stars
22% 22% - 2 stars
0% 0% - 1 star
0% 0%
Only aggregate ratings are supplied, with a small number of ratings and a distribution led by five-star scores but also including three-star scores. This suggests generally favourable but not uniformly top-rated impressions, though the figures do not explain what buyers liked or found wanting. They cannot establish filling capacity, UV durability or flood performance.
Frequently asked questions
Are these sandbags supplied filled?
No. The listing says they are supplied empty without sand. Filling material is not included.
What size are the bags, and how much can each hold?
The listed empty size is 33x79cm, with a stated filling capacity of up to 25kg per bag.
What can be used to fill them?
The listing names sand, gravel, stones or soil as possible filling materials.
Can they be used as ballast?
The listing suggests them for securing road signs, marquees, temporary fencing, scaffolding and other outdoor structures. Suitability depends on the load and conditions.
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