Portable Inflating Flood Protection Cubes - Pack of 20

Protect your home and business from flash flooding and adverse weather conditions UK Flood statistics 1 in 6 homes are at risk of flooding 5.2 million people live in immediate flood risk areas 40% of businesses do not reopen after suffering catastrophic loss after a flood Flooding and managing it costs the UK around £2.2 billion each year The mental health impact of flooding can last more than 2 years Compact and portable these flood cubes have a shelf life of 5 years when the packaging remains unopened and are small enough to store in a cupboard or drawer making them a must have staple in case you find yourself in a flash flood or storm where you house or business could be compromised. The cubes can be used to create a barrier against water at door thresholds and are also great for diverting gushing flowing water which may be travelling down hill. The non-toxic environmentally friendly material can be dispersed into the ground after use. And the outer sack should be put in the general waste. The cubes can be expanded prior to use in by submerging in water using a sink bucket or by hosing them down alternatively they can be deployed and activated by the flood water - as long as it is fresh water and not salt water. The cubes are fully activated in approximately 5 minutes - expansion time varies due to water temperature and flow rate. If you're in need of a taller flood barrier you can stack your flood cubes on top of each other in a brick fashion with a recommended maximum height of 1200mm. Each flood protection cube weighs 21kg when activated that's as much as 21 bags of sugar. The integral handles help you to lift them but be sure to take care of your back when moving them. Water activated flood barriers Fully activated in an average time of 5 minutes Environmentally friendly Lightweight vacuum packed for convenient storage Carry handles aid lifting when activated Each individual cube weighs 21kgs when activated Expanded bags can be stacked up to 1.2 metres high 5 year shelf life providing the packaging remains unopened Best stored in a cool dry location