A new launch from first-time Glee exhibitor Kink Out solves a problem faced by gardeners the world over – kinked hoses.

Professional gardener Racquel Milan came up with the idea after years of frustration with persistent kinks which obstruct the flow of water to the hose end.  Kink Out is in effect a splint, made of recyclable plastic, which clips on to the weakened kinked section, strengthening it and restoring full flow.  It is presented for retail in packs of three. Even the card is innovative – it is impregnated with summer wild flowers so the packaging itself can be planted to benefit the environment.

Although the launch product involves virgin plastic, it is 100% recyclable and Racquel is working towards using recycled material in the long-term.

Racquel sat on her idea for 10 years before finding a way to bring Kink Out, now patented, to market. Now she is working on versions for larger-bore hose, pressure washer hoses and even cabling.

She used her Facebook page and Instagram account to launch Kink Out – and Glee has given her a platform to engage with the wider garden retail industry.