Fire Hose & Fittings
Shop fire hoses and fittings for firefighting, water delivery, and emergency response applications. The Hosemaster stocks layflat hose, fire hose reels, and the fittings and couplings needed for complete installations, including heavy-duty Brigadier fire hose, plain uncoated Ribblelite fire hose, and more.
Our fire hoses come in a variety of standard sizes, meaning they’re ideal for a wide range of applications and contexts. Our fire hoses are also resistant to ageing, ozone and a broad spectrum of hot and cold temperatures, meaning they’ll have a long-service life.
In addition to fire hoses, you’ll also find a wide range of fire hose fittings, including instantaneous couplings, fire hose reel assemblies, blank caps and plugs, fire hose adaptors, branch pipes, rubber gaskets, and more.
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Instantaneous Coupling Set
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Fire Hose and Layflat Hose, Understanding the Range
Fire hose is a category with two distinct user groups: professional fire service and facilities teams fitting fixed firefighting systems, and general buyers who need high-volume layflat hose for water transfer, irrigation, or emergency pumping. The products overlap, but the specification requirements differ.
For fixed firefighting installations, hose reels in commercial buildings, and fire points in industrial facilities, the hoses and fittings need to comply with the relevant British Standard and EN specifications. Learn more in our guide: What Are the Different Types of Fire Hose? BS EN 671 covers fixed systems. The hose, reels, and fittings must be rated for the system's working pressure and tested at installation.
Layflat hose is the workhorse of high-volume water transfer. It stores flat on a reel and opens to full bore under pressure. In flood response, it moves water quickly over long distances. In irrigation and civil engineering, it's used for temporary high-flow water delivery where rigid pipe would be impractical. The bore size and pressure rating determine the flow capacity.
Fittings need to match the hose coupling system. Instantaneous (Storz) couplings are standard in UK fire hose applications. For irrigation and general transfer use, BSP threaded or camlock fittings are common.
Orders over £200 to England and Wales qualify for free delivery, with same-day dispatch on most in-stock lines.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a layflat hose used for?
Layflat hose stores flat and opens to full bore under water pressure. It's used in firefighting, irrigation, flood response, and high-volume water transfer where rigid pipe isn't practical.
What standard does a fire hose for buildings need to meet?
BS EN 671 covers fixed firefighting hose reel systems in buildings. The hose, reel, and fittings must comply. If you're fitting a new fire point, check the applicable standard with your fire safety consultant. Learn more in our guide: What Are the Different Types of Fire Hose?
What coupling type is used on a fire hose?
Instantaneous (Storz) couplings are standard on UK fire service and firefighting hose. For irrigation and general transfer, BSP and camlock fittings are more common.
Can a layflat hose be used for irrigation?
Yes. Layflat hose is widely used for irrigation and temporary water supply. Select the bore and pressure rating to match your pump output and flow requirements.
Do you sell fire hose and fittings near me?
The Hosemaster delivers to all UK mainland addresses. Orders over £200 to England and Wales qualify for free delivery, with 1–2 day delivery and same-day dispatch on most in-stock lines.