Hozelock Auto Reel Review – My Favourite Hose Reel!

Hozelock Auto Reel Hosepipe

The hose pipe that puts itself away automatically.   The key feature of the Auto Reel Hose pipe from Hozelock is that with a gentle pull, the hosepipe automatically reels itself back into its case. No more frustrating manual winding. No struggling to bend over to turn a winding handle. You don’t even have to … Read more

Xhose Review (Is this the worst hose pipe ever made?)

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I have been the proud owner of not just one, but two Xhose hose pipes. When these were first out and sold, there wasn’t really much else you could buy like it – but since then plenty of alternative “magic” hosepipes have appeared on the market. (Like these ones on Amazon) I was excited getting … Read more

Can Xhose be used with Pressure Washer?

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Can Xhose be used with Pressure Washer? Yes and no… The manufacturers guidelines stipulate that you shouldn’t use the XHose product with a pressure washer. However, many people online have reported that they have used their Xhose with a pressure washer without any problems! A few have said that the hose “exploded” or came detached … Read more

Are Garden Hoses Recyclable?

Are Garden Hoses Reyclable

Are Garden Hoses Reyclable? The short answer is no, they aren’t! In fact, if you try to recycle your garden hose you may end up causing some serious damage.  A garden hose can clog recycling machinery by wrapping around various cogs and mechanisms. They are made of semi-recyclable materials, but the overall composition and structure … Read more

Best Way To Water Your Garden

Best ways to water your garden in the Summer Months.   When to water The best times to water plants is early in the morning, to avoid losing water through evaporation during the warm or hot day. If the days are particularly hot, watering in the evening is also going to be very beneficial as … Read more