Description
A red water line, in the length you need
Replace a short section or plan a longer run with 1/2-inch red reinforced PVC drinking-water hose.
A nominal 12.7mm bore, four-layer construction and a red outer layer give you a flexible water line that is easy to identify within your setup.
Choose from nine lengths between 1m and 50m. Plain hose supplied; fittings are separate.
Match the fitting to the hose, not just the colour
The 1/2-inch / 12.7mm size describes the hose’s internal diameter. A hose-tail must suit this bore, while a clamping connector must also grip the hose wall correctly.
A tap’s BSP thread is a different measurement. Check both sides of an adapter when connecting the hose to a threaded outlet, rather than assuming two parts marked 1/2-inch will join directly.
The red outer layer helps distinguish the line visually, following the familiar colour convention for hot-water lines. The colour itself is not a working-temperature rating. For an installation connected to a pump or appliance, check the component requirements before choosing your fittings and operating conditions.
Plan the run before cutting or connecting
Allow for the route, the bends and the finished connections.
Trace the full route
Measure where the hose will actually sit, including changes of direction and space beside the connections. Avoid stretching it between two points or leaving the weight of a long run hanging from an end fitting.
Choose your length
The available options are 1m, 2m, 3m, 4m, 5m, 10m, 15m, 20m and 50m. Select the required length above. A coil in a photograph shows the hose itself rather than the quantity supplied with every option.
Finish the water path
Connectors, clips, tap adapters and reels are separate. Choose suitable drinking-water components, follow their fitting instructions and inspect the assembled joints with water before regular use.
Keep the bends gentle and the ends clean
The four-layer reinforced PVC hose combines a clear inner core with a red exterior. Give it room to bend smoothly, particularly where it leaves a fitting or passes around a corner.
Support the hose and keep it clear of sharp edges. Reinforcement does not make a tight fold harmless: a pinched or sharply bent section can still restrict the waterway.
During installation and storage, keep dirt out of the open ends. Follow your water-system instructions for flushing and cleaning, and check the hose and joints when putting the system back into service.
Questions about the red water hose
What does the 1/2-inch size measure?
It is the nominal internal diameter, or bore, of the hose: 12.7mm. The outside is larger because of the hose wall. Select a hose-tail for the bore and check any clamping connector’s requirements for reinforced flexible hose. A BSP thread on an adapter is a separate connection measurement, so the same nominal number does not establish compatibility.
Are end connectors included?
No. You receive the selected length of plain-ended red hose. Connectors, clips, adapters and reels are separate. Choose ends that suit nominal 1/2-inch reinforced hose and drinking-water service, together with the fitting or securing method required by your installation. Check the completed joints with water before putting the line into regular use.
Which length should I order?
Measure the full routed distance and allow space for bends and both end connections. Choose from 1m, 2m, 3m, 4m, 5m, 10m, 15m, 20m or 50m in the Length selector. Each option has its own price. The hose should reach without being stretched or making a tight fold at a connector; the coil pictured does not represent the supplied length for every option.
Can I use it in a caravan drinking-water setup?
The hose is intended for drinking-water connections, including caravans, camping and motorhomes. Suitability also depends on the fittings, pump or appliance and operating conditions of your system. Choose appropriate drinking-water components throughout the water path, keep the hose ends clean and follow the system’s flushing, cleaning and installation instructions.
Product information & technical details
| SKU | WHR-001 |
|---|---|
| Product type | |
| Internal diameter | 12.7mm (1/2") |
| Colour | Red |
| Material | Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) |
| Construction | Four-layer reinforced PVC hose |
|---|---|
| Inner and outer layers | Clear inner core with red outer layer |
| Intended use | Drinking-water connections for caravans, camping and motorhomes |
| Available lengths | 1m, 2m, 3m, 4m, 5m, 10m, 15m, 20m or 50m |
| Supplied format | Plain-ended hose only; connectors, clips, adapters and reel not included |
All delivery times are estimates and not guaranteed. Orders placed before 1 pm, Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays), will be dispatched the same day, while orders placed after 1 pm will be dispatched by the end of the next working day.
If an invalid postcode or address is provided, the order will be cancelled without further notice, as we are unable to modify addresses or print labels for invalid postcodes.
Our standard delivery option is Royal Mail Tracked 48, which typically takes 3–5 business days. If you need your order more quickly, Expedited delivery via Royal Mail Tracked 24 is available, offering a 1–2 business day service.
Large or bulky items may be sent via courier at our discretion and are usually dispatched for next-day delivery. Please note that we only ship to mainland UK addresses; delivery to non-mainland locations, including the Highlands & Islands, may not be available for large or heavy items. If your address falls into one of these areas and you wish to purchase such items, please contact us with your postcode and order details before placing your order. If we cannot ship to you, you are welcome to arrange your own courier for collection.
All products, unless otherwise stated, come with a standard manufacturer warranty against faulty workmanship.
If your product fails within six months of delivery, please contact us with your order reference number, a description of the issue, and clear images illustrating the fault.
Should your item require a return for further investigation, it is your responsibility to arrange and cover postage back to us.
If we are unable to repair the fault, we may offer either a replacement or a full refund.
In cases where the item is inspected and found not to be faulty, or where damage is determined not to be due to manufacturing defects, you will not be entitled to a refund or replacement. We will then either return the item to you via standard post or dispose of it at your request.
You may return any order within 14 days of delivery. As soon as you receive your items, please inspect them carefully, taking reasonable care to keep both the product and its packaging clean and undamaged. If you discover an error or defect after 14 days, we reserve the right to decline your return. If your product fails or breaks after this 14-day time window then your order may be eligible for a warranty claim, please see our warranty information for more details.
To initiate a return, please contact us via our contact form to obtain a return authorisation and the correct returns address (different from the address on your invoice). This can also be done through your 'recent orders' page on your account if you are registered with Shop. Returns sent without prior authorisation will be discarded.
Returned items must be in the same condition in which you received them: unworn or unused, with tags attached and in their original packaging. You must include either a copy of your invoice or a slip with your order reference number inside the parcel. Please be sure not to obscure your return reference number on the label.
If you refuse delivery or reject the parcel without prior notice, we will inspect the returned package and issue a refund upon receipt. Although there is no restocking fee, we will deduct the cost of the return postage label (£3.35) from your refund.
If the returned item or its packaging shows signs of use, damage, or staining, we may deduct up to 50% of the order value, or refuse the return entirely, depending on its condition. Examples include damaged tags, stained, modified or damaged packaging, or missing components.
For faulty, incorrect, or damaged items, please contact us before sending anything back so we can attempt to resolve the issue directly. If we agree that a return is necessary due to our error, we will provide you with a pre-paid return label.
Products that have been modified or damaged through customer action are not eligible for return. This includes, but is not limited to, items that have been cut, trimmed or otherwise altered (such as a tarpaulin or pond liner resized to your specifications), or any product showing damage beyond normal inspection handling.
All delivery times are estimates and not guaranteed. Orders placed before 1 pm, Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays), will be dispatched the same day, while orders placed after 1 pm will be dispatched by the end of the next working day.
If an invalid postcode or address is provided, the order will be cancelled without further notice, as we are unable to modify addresses or print labels for invalid postcodes.
Our standard delivery option is Royal Mail Tracked 48, which typically takes 3–5 business days. If you need your order more quickly, Expedited delivery via Royal Mail Tracked 24 is available, offering a 1–2 business day service.
Large or bulky items may be sent via courier at our discretion and are usually dispatched for next-day delivery. Please note that we only ship to mainland UK addresses; delivery to non-mainland locations, including the Highlands & Islands, may not be available for large or heavy items. If your address falls into one of these areas and you wish to purchase such items, please contact us with your postcode and order details before placing your order. If we cannot ship to you, you are welcome to arrange your own courier for collection.
All products, unless otherwise stated, come with a standard manufacturer warranty against faulty workmanship.
If your product fails within six months of delivery, please contact us with your order reference number, a description of the issue, and clear images illustrating the fault.
Should your item require a return for further investigation, it is your responsibility to arrange and cover postage back to us.
If we are unable to repair the fault, we may offer either a replacement or a full refund.
In cases where the item is inspected and found not to be faulty, or where damage is determined not to be due to manufacturing defects, you will not be entitled to a refund or replacement. We will then either return the item to you via standard post or dispose of it at your request.
You may return any order within 14 days of delivery. As soon as you receive your items, please inspect them carefully, taking reasonable care to keep both the product and its packaging clean and undamaged. If you discover an error or defect after 14 days, we reserve the right to decline your return. If your product fails or breaks after this 14-day time window then your order may be eligible for a warranty claim, please see our warranty information for more details.
To initiate a return, please contact us via our contact form to obtain a return authorisation and the correct returns address (different from the address on your invoice). This can also be done through your 'recent orders' page on your account if you are registered with Shop. Returns sent without prior authorisation will be discarded.
Returned items must be in the same condition in which you received them: unworn or unused, with tags attached and in their original packaging. You must include either a copy of your invoice or a slip with your order reference number inside the parcel. Please be sure not to obscure your return reference number on the label.
If you refuse delivery or reject the parcel without prior notice, we will inspect the returned package and issue a refund upon receipt. Although there is no restocking fee, we will deduct the cost of the return postage label (£3.35) from your refund.
If the returned item or its packaging shows signs of use, damage, or staining, we may deduct up to 50% of the order value, or refuse the return entirely, depending on its condition. Examples include damaged tags, stained, modified or damaged packaging, or missing components.
For faulty, incorrect, or damaged items, please contact us before sending anything back so we can attempt to resolve the issue directly. If we agree that a return is necessary due to our error, we will provide you with a pre-paid return label.
Products that have been modified or damaged through customer action are not eligible for return. This includes, but is not limited to, items that have been cut, trimmed or otherwise altered (such as a tarpaulin or pond liner resized to your specifications), or any product showing damage beyond normal inspection handling.