Storing the watering hose
Every year the time comes to put your gardening tools into storage. It is necessary to organize everything correctly so that the tools do not become deformed and continue to serve. In the case of a garden hose, there is a high risk of kinks. You should understand the features of its proper storage.
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Why is it important to store your hose correctly?
Depends on proper storage inventory performance, its service life and ease of use. It is worth remembering that you need to think about the correct position of the tool not only in winter. In the summer, when watering is active, you should not throw equipment anywhere.
Most materials used in the manufacture of the hose are not resistant to sunlight. Do not leave the instrument in the sun. Otherwise, creases will form on the walls, which will lead to leaks.
If you leave the product rolled out along garden paths, it will quickly become injured. People will step on it, animals may chew on it. Therefore, even in summer, the product is put away in the shade, under a canopy or indoors. You can avoid kinks if you wrap the product on something oval or round.
Does the hose need to be reeled in?
The storage features are affected by the material from which the product is made. Hoses are made from PVC, rubber, silicone, nylon or thermoplastic.
Rubber types are suitable for storage in unheated areas.Able to withstand severe frosts down to -30 degrees. It is difficult to wind them by hand due to their heaviness - it is better to use a special reel.
The corrugated type is durable, so it is suitable for storage in any form. The need for rewinding is affected by the length of the equipment. Short ones can be hung in the designated place. Long ones will have to be wound up every time. It is more convenient to use auxiliary devices for this, such as a coil.
You can place the coiled hose on a structure of suitable shape. For example, on an old car wheel. It allows you to store inventory conveniently and safely.
How to properly store a watering hose
In summer, it is necessary to avoid bending the hose to avoid kinks. You can leave the equipment in a dark place, where animals cannot reach it. It is recommended to protect the product from direct sunlight and not to allow it to be stepped on. In winter, it is better to put the watering tool in the shed for long-term storage. It is attached to the wall with hooks or special holders.
The most suitable storage option is to use reels designed for this purpose. They allow you to quickly and conveniently wind up the hose and leave it until the summer. Reels are available in different types, with the ability to unfold, wheels, and a convenient handle for reeling in equipment.
If there are no special storage devices, you can use an old tire. A garden hose is placed inside. The tire protects well from damage, dust, and sunlight. It has a suitable shape for storage.
In order for irrigation equipment to remain of high quality for a long time, it is necessary:
- Protect it from exposure to ultraviolet radiation.Even stronger materials can become deformed if exposed to regular sunlight.
- Avoid frost. Not all materials can withstand the cold, so leaving the product in the snow is not recommended.
- Avoid contact with animals. Then the equipment will not be chewed and damaged.
When twisting, the diameter should be such that kinks and creases do not form. Before storing the hose, drain the water completely.
