Flexogen hose delivers a superior all-around performance for your lawn, garden, deck and driveway. Its specially compounded cover is soft and extremely flexible at sub-freezing temperatures. It also resists damage from weather, fungus, atmospheric pollution, and abrasion. Its patented 8-layer construction featuring 2 layers of polyester cord reinforcement withstands hose nozzle shutoffs and pressure twists. A Black Flow Guard Plus collar prevents kinks near faucet. The octagon brass coupling is crush resistant. Floats and features a 500-psi burst strength. Not safe for drinking water. Count on a Flexogen garden hose to curve without kinking, connect without leaking and hold up season upon season.