Hose Pipes

About Hose Pipes

A quality hose pipe is essential equipment for gardeners, landscapers, builders, and homeowners alike. Whether you're watering flower beds, cleaning patios, filling water features, or keeping construction sites dust-free, the right hose pipe transforms time-consuming tasks into quick, efficient jobs. MyToolShed.co.uk stocks an extensive range of garden hose pipes from trusted manufacturers including Hozelock, Gardena, Draper, Kärcher, and Faithfull, offering everything from lightweight domestic hoses to heavy-duty reinforced options built for professional use.

Our selection includes standard PVC garden hoses for everyday watering, reinforced rubber hoses for building sites and commercial environments, expanding hoses that shrink for easy storage, soaker hoses designed for efficient irrigation, and recoil hoses ideal for workshops and vehicle cleaning. Available in lengths from compact 15-metre options for small gardens through to 50-metre professional hoses for large properties and commercial landscaping, many feature anti-kink and anti-twist technology for consistent water flow.

Applications

• Gardeners and Landscapers: Daily watering, irrigation system setup, and maintaining large planted areas in residential and commercial settings
• Homeowners and DIY Enthusiasts: Lawn care, border maintenance, vegetable patches, patio cleaning, and general garden upkeep
• Builders and Construction Workers: Dust suppression, concrete mixing, cleaning tools and equipment, and site welfare facilities
• Vehicle Valeters and Detailers: Washing cars, vans, and commercial vehicles with flexible, kink-resistant hoses
• Facilities Managers: Cleaning outdoor areas, car parks, bin stores, and maintaining commercial premises
• Agricultural Workers and Smallholders: Livestock watering, greenhouse irrigation, and equipment cleaning
• Caravan and Motorhome Owners: Filling water tanks and general campsite maintenance with compact, portable hoses

Choosing The Right Hose Pipes

Length Requirements: Measure from your tap to the furthest point you need to reach, adding 3-5 metres for flexibility. Avoid unnecessarily long hoses as excess length reduces water pressure. For large gardens, consider using hose connectors to join multiple lengths.

Hose Diameter: Standard 12.5mm hoses suit most domestic applications. Upgrade to 15mm or 19mm diameter options for stronger flow with pressure washers, sprinkler systems, or covering large areas quickly. Larger diameters require adequate mains pressure to perform effectively.

Material and Construction: PVC hoses offer economical solutions for occasional domestic use, whilst reinforced rubber or multi-layer polymer hoses provide superior durability for frequent professional applications. Look for anti-kink technology and UV-stabilised materials for outdoor storage.

Operating Pressure: Ensure the hose's burst pressure rating exceeds your mains water pressure (typically 3-5 bar in UK homes). Professional and builder's hoses should offer ratings of 20 bar or more for demanding site conditions.

Connector Compatibility: Most UK garden hoses at MyToolShed.co.uk use standard Hozelock-compatible quick connectors. Consider purchasing complete hose sets that include all necessary connectors and fittings if you're starting from scratch.

Frequently Asked Questions

What length hose pipe do I need for my garden?

Measure from your outdoor tap to the furthest point, then add 3-5 metres for flexibility. Small gardens typically require 15-25 metres, medium gardens need 25-40 metres, whilst large properties may need 50 metres or more. Choose the shortest practical option to maintain water pressure.

How do I prevent my hose pipe from kinking?

Choose hoses with anti-kink technology and reinforcement layers. Avoid sharp bends by using gentle curves when laying out the hose, and store properly on reels or hangers rather than leaving them tangled. Drain water after each use to reduce weight stress on the material.

Can I leave my hose pipe outside during winter?

It's best to drain, coil, and store hoses indoors during winter to prevent frost damage. Water left inside can freeze and expand, causing splits. If outdoor storage is unavoidable, ensure the hose is completely drained, disconnected from taps, and stored in a protective reel box or covered area.