Single Self-Fill Kit (6 Foot, Black)

Firstly I'd like to agree with the other the majority here - this is a high quality product. The outer shell fabric is thick and tough and the plastic liner on the inside is much thicker than I expected it to be. I suspect that this will last quite a long time so long as it's not abused.I think this sort of sandbag is best used for diverting water flow - not repelling it. In my case, I needed to redirect rainwater runoff away from a sunken area on my patio to ensure it flows away from the house. I won't be moving it unless I have to because all the leaks and seepage under the sandbag clog with small bits of stuff that travel with the rainwater. Each time it rains, it gets a little dirtier and becomes that much more effective. Eventually I'll fix the patio, but for now, this is a fantastic temporary solution. I think these bags could be used for a variety of similar situations.On the other hand, if you're looking for something to put in a doorway to stop rainwater from coming in and ruining your hardwood floors - this is not, nor is any other product like it, the solution. Sandbags are not waterproof. Water will seep under it or any of the other similar options including those "sandless" ones. You need to get your problem fixed properly rather than trying to use a product like this. Garage door? Have a look at garage door thresholds - this will keep the rainwater out so long as it is not deeper than the threshold height. Door problems need to be fixed at the threshold by height or slope - not with sandbags - that's my 2c at least.Some additional thoughts:- Filling is made much easier if you use a canning funnel. Amazon suggested it when I bought this. I used a bit of packing tape to join the liner to the funnel and a big solo cup to dump sand in. Could have been an awkward messy job but this approach made it easy and quick.- I wish these were less expensive, but I'd not want the seller to compromise the quality. It's rare that you receive a higher quality product than you expected.- When you're filling it - especially if the sand is dry - wear a dust mask - breathing in dust from the sand is not good for you!

I bought 2 three-foot bags to keep cold drafts from coming under my doors. After forty years of settling, the heavy wooden double doors that open into my living room from the front porch simply don't hang plumb or level. I read a lot of reviews saying fabric and plastic filled draft stoppers are not heavy enough to conform and really stop drafts. This, combined with the fact that I had a difficult time finding draft stoppers that were not cute cats or some other kitschy pattern, led me to checking out the snake sandbags. As soon as they arrived, I filled them with playground sand and they are performing beautifully. Because of their weight, they conform perfectly to the floor/door and seal out all drafts. I like the basic black because they don't call attention to themselves and will fit in with any decor. I would suggest the company rewrite the instructions regarding how to use the sealing tape to seal the interior plastic bag. Anyone will figure it out eventually (or give up and just use common sense) but the instructions need to be rewritten to be much clearer.This is a tiny complaint. Overall, I love them and will be ordering two additional ones for two other exterior doors.

Sturdy, yes. Hopefully it will hold up. From the construction build, I would expect so. It's a plastic sleeve inside a black nylon-type exterior. Instructions say do Not remove the plastic lining to fill the snake. I tried, and it was a bear. Finally decided to remove the plastic liner and fill it. I then snaked it (no pun intended!) back into the exterior. It was not difficult. If I have to buy another, I will, but fill it before putting the interior plastic liner into the snake. Whole lot easier!

Great product. I wanted to use these on the beach to hold down the tent l have, so I ordered 2 of them. I got them in and they have this double sided tape that you use for a permanent solution. I wasn't sure what to do for my situation so I emailed them. I got reply back very quickly (to use a "binder clip") so I went to the beach and they worked perfectly. I started out by filling these first then set up my tent. Put these in the back I had zero issues. Then when we left for the day just dumped the sand right back on the beach.

Great to keep out snow, rain, or wind. Easy to fill and move around by one person. The thin, but not too thin and sturdy design allows me to fill to the correct length and fit in any space in my home and office. I recently bought black. I leave them in window sills, and at door jambs. They blend into the surroundings and look as though they belong there. No filling and emptying. They don't degrade as they sit in sun or fill up with moisture like regular sandbags. Also, I have a dip near the garage. I ordered a bright orange bag for that area. Incredible, no one trips because it is easily visible and keeps moisture from seeping into the garage.

A bit pricey to me. Definitely a PITA to fill. I doubt I've ever filled one without letting some expletives fly. The process packs the sand in very compactly. The end result is that the bag is rock-hard and doesn't really conform to the terrain on which you're placing it. If you think you can just partially fill the bag to make it more shapeable, you're wrong - it just doesn't work that way. The result will be unusable. So you're left with a bag that's straight and hard as a rock - not ideal for its purpose. But the reason you're buying these is because you have some sort of problem to address - like a neigbor's yard that drains directly to yours and causes SEVERE flooding of your back deck and pool area!!!Bottom line: I'm glad these are available but think improvements could be made.