What Style of Hose Reel is Right for You?

Not sure which hose reel style would work best for your particular application? Read this article for a quick breakdown of the difference between the models.

Are ELEY Products Really Worth the Price?

Not used to paying this much for outdoor watering products? We'll show why ELEY products are a better and smarter investment for your hard-earned money.

Preparing Your Reel for Freezing Temperatures

If you live in a northern climate, winterizing your garden hose, hose reel, and watering tools is critical in properly preparing for the winter freeze.

What Is Drinking Water Safe Garden Hose?

There is a lot of confusion and misinformation about drinking water safe products.  Find out all you need to know about drinking water safe garden hoses.

How to Mount a Garden Hose Reel to Your House

Whether masonry, siding, or stucco, find out how to professionally mount your new hose reel onto virtually any type of vertical wall surface.

What You Need to Know About Reel Inlet Hoses

An inlet hose, or sometimes referred to as a jumper hose, supply hose, or feeder hose, is a short garden hose that supplies water from the faucet or spigot to the hose reel.

What Makes a Garden Hose Kink Resistant?

A hose kink is a common weakness for most garden hoses. The kink-resistance of garden hoses is determined by the material used and the production process.

Steel vs. Aluminum: Which Is Better for Hose Reels?

For our water hose reels, we use a commercial grade aluminum alloy. You might be wondering, “Isn’t aluminum weaker than using a material like stainless steel?

Understanding Brass Patina

Over time, brass develops a patina, a natural layer that forms on its surface due to chemical reactions with environmental elements. This article explores the nature of brass patina, its formation, and the methods for its removal.