Looking for a lay flat hose (or several?) for your next irrigation, firefighting or construction project? Look no further! As Queensland's most trusted hoses and fittings supplier All Hose and Valves have a range of lay flat hoses suited for different use cases.
Sustainable, Excellent Quality PVC Lay flat Hoses
PVC Layflat hoses are exceptionally flexible and kink-resistant, allowing for easy compression when not in use. In other words, a Layflat hose is convenient to store and transport while also being user-friendly. Layflat hoses also have high resistance to damage and are incredibly durable despite their lightweight properties.
As one of the most trusted PVC Layflat hose suppliers in Queensland, we ensure that our customers are always provided with second-to-none products.
What is a lay flat hose a.k.a layflat hose?
As the name suggests, layflat hoses are a type of PVC, rubber hose or polyurethane hoses designed to lay flat during operation or storage. They are typically sought after to supply water in situations like construction or agricultural irrigation when the delivery of water using other hose types may prove challenging.
Common use cases for lay flat hoses
Construction: Layflat hoses can be used as part of an irrigation system to deliver water from a central source to individual plants. This is especially useful for large-scale projects where it would be impractical to install traditional sprinkler systems.
Firefighting: Lay flat hoses are often used by firefighters due to their ability to withstand extreme temperatures without breaking down. The material is also resistant to chemicals and abrasive substances which makes them ideal for applications such as cleaning up oil spills.
Agricultural Irrigation: Layflat hoses allow farmers to easily irrigate crops without having to bend over or kneel on hard ground. These hoses are also great for watering livestock because they do not require bending or kneeling.
Benefits of Layflat hoses
Flexible:- because of the materials layflat hoses are made from, a lay flat hose is extremely flexible, heavy duty, and kink-resistant. This makes them excellent not only for reliable delivery and operation but also super easy to use, store, and transport.
Tough:- with heavy duty yarns forming a reinforced exterior, and inseparable inner and outer layers, lay flat hoses are perfect for high-pressure and burst pressure applications like fire-fighting, drainage, and water discharge. Lay flat hoses' engineered resilience also makes lay flat hoses resistant to most oxidizing and reducing agents, diluted acids and alkalis. Finally, being tough as old boots makes lay flat hoses stress-free to store, as they'll be near-immune to rotting, chaffing or decomposition that may affect other types of hoses - giving them an incredibly long lifespan.
Lightweight: - when lay flat hoses are empty, they're very quick and light to simply wrap up and carry to your next job or store away. Deliberately designed to be collapsible and convenient to transport and use, a lay flat hose is your ultimate accomplice when you're hosing on the go.
FAQs about Lay flat hoses
Why Lay Flat Hoses?
Layflat hoses are a great alternative to conventional hoses because they offer several benefits including:
Easy Storage - Unlike conventional hoses, layflat hoses don't need to be coiled or wound around a reel. Simply roll them up and store them until needed.
Convenient Transport - Lay flat hoses are much easier to transport than conventional hoses. You can just fold them up and put them in your car trunk or backpack.
Easy Operation - Because they're so lightweight, lay flat hoses make it easy to operate them. No more struggling to hold onto a heavy hose while trying to get it to work.
How to clean your lay flat hose
The best way to clean a lay flat hose is to soak it in warm soapy water. Use soap sparingly, as too much will cause the fabric to shrink and lose its shape. Rinse thoroughly before using again.
What types of lay flat hoses are available?
There are many different types of layflat hoses available, each suited to specific purposes. Some common examples include:
PVC layflat hoses - A standard layflat hose is usually constructed of PVC (polyvinyl chloride) and has a diameter of 1/2 inch. It's suitable for delivering water at working pressure ranging from 10 psi to 100 psi, making them ideal for high-pressure applications like firefighting. PVC lay flat hoses are also ideal for residential and commercial uses. They're often used for garden watering systems, sprinkler systems, and lawn mowers.
Drainage - Drainage lay flat hoses come in various sizes, depending on how large your pipe drain is. They're typically made of polyethylene and have diameters of 3/4 inch to 2 inches.
Agricultural irrigation - Layflat hoses used for agricultural irrigation are usually made of nylon and have diameters of 4 inches to 6 inches.
How do I store and maintain lay flat hoses?
Layflat hose storage and maintenance tips include:
- Store your hose in a cool, dry place. If possible, keep it out of direct sunlight.
- Keep your hose rolled up and stored vertically. This prevents kinks and tangles.
- Use a rubber band to secure the ends of your hose if you want to prevent fraying.
- If you live in a humid area, avoid storing your hose in plastic bags. The moisture inside will eventually rot the bag and destroy your hose. Instead, store your hose in a well-ventilated area where it won't be exposed to humidity.
What else can you use lay flat hoses for?
As well as distributing & spraying water, lay flat hoses are also used in the assistance of flood clean-up; together with a water pump, the lay flat hose sucks up the water from one area and then jets it out somewhere else away from the flooded area - by using hose couplings you can attach several layflat hoses together to form a redistribution irrigation system hundreds of meters long.
Where can I buy lay flat hoses?
Right here, of course! All Hose & Valves is Queensland's #1 trusted hoses, fittings and valves supplier and have been working with local business and government to supply their lay flat hoses for several decades. With three locations in Caboolture, Brisbane and the Gold Coast, a wide range of hoses, valves, hose fittings and other accessories, backed by our experienced team of hose enthusiasts, we'll be glad to help you find the right lay flat hose for your requirements. Contact us today and let's talk hoses!
