Dear Customer, Thank you for your review on our HDX 55 Gallon Tough Tote in Black/Yellow. We enjoy hearing from our customers and sorry to learn of the experience you have had while using this item. It sounds like you may have received a defective tote as the base is formed as one unit. We offer a 1 year warranty and would like to offer you a replacement. Please bring back to your local store at your convenience for further assistance. Thank you for shopping with us and we hope to make this a better experience for you.