Protecting Your Gardening Equipment

Protecting Your Gardening Equipment (NAPSA)—There are a few things in a garden that you may not want to encourage to grow— and these include the mold, mildew and bacteria that cause stains and odor and can shorten the life of your garden hose. Fortunately, there’s a hose that features antimicrobial protection to inhibit the growth of these unwelcome garden guests. The Outdoor Inspirations brand of garden hoses feature Microban antimicrobial protection and are molded from 100 percent primeresins. Unlike other hoses that are molded from recycled materials, this hose is made from prime materials. The antimicrobial ingredient used in these hoses has been used safely in consumer and medical products for over 25 years and has been found effective in products ranging from toothbrushes to socks. It is EPA registered for numerous uses including food and skin contact applications. The Microban technology used in the hoses is not a temporary surface treatment. It lasts the life of the hose because it is incorpo- When choosing a garden hose, look for one with antimicrobial protection. rated into its molecular structure during the manufacturing process. It continually inhibits bacteria and mold, preserving the hose against degradation. Microban protection works by disrupting key microbe cellular enzymes when absorbed through the cell wall, which make the microbe unable to take in nutrients needed to function, grow and reproduce. For more information about Outdoor Inspirations hoses or gardening accessories, call 1-888-8485144 or e-mail trentcoleman @directpe.com.