Garden Water Hose
Garden Water Hose
Health Concerns and Water Quality
Recently health concerns over the use of garden water hoses for potable water have come to my attention. Proposition 65 is intended to limit our exposure to harmful substances linked to cancer, birth defects or other reproductive abnormalities.
It covers both synthetic and naturally occurring hazardsIn order to market products in the State of California warning labels must be included on packaging for products, such as garden hoses, that contain any of 775 substances found to be hazardous to human health. It’s time all governments followed California’s many fine examples of enacting safer health and environmental rules and regulations.
Garden Hoses – 3 Tips To Choosing Your Best Garden Hose
So, you have decided you need to buy a new garden hose? Before you make a purchase here are 3 tips to help you find the perfect garden hose for your home.
1. Construction – Obviously, the quality of the hose will determine its life, so look for garden hoses that have brass connectors. Why? Be sure that any water hose you buy has 6 inch kink guards.
2. Long Life – If you are going to spend $25 or more on a new garden hose, then get a good one. A high quality multi-layered rubber hose will give you 7 years of life. Yes, you can go to Wal-Mart and buy a $10 cheap garden hose. For example, a coiled hose will work great will a nice hose reel. Just be wary of trying to use any kind of hose reel with a cheap coiled hose. Finding your best quality garden hose is the only way to go.
