If you struggle with tangling extension cords and hoses or want to keep your kitchen cleaner, these DIY hose reel plans are perfect. These plans are simple and affordable, so you can get the perfect hose reel without breaking the bank. These hose reel plans are a bit more useful than the plastic, round toolbox-type reels you can find at a local hardware store. Their designs are simple and don’t cost much to create or build. You can select any one of our given DIY Hose reel projects and make useful equipment to use for years and years.
DIY Hose Reel Plans
Keep your garden hoses organized and in sight with a hose reel. These convenient tools are versatile, easy to use, and make watering easier or adding more water to your sprinklers simple. We've rounded up 13 different models featuring different designs, styles, materials, and sizes for you to choose from. Look at our favorite products and DIY plans for easy projects that let you create your own!
DIY Air Hose Reel
With this air hose reel, you can easily store your air hose when you have an air compressor that you don’t move very often. You can probably accomplish this project with the wood and materials around your shop already. Not every DIYer has access to a table saw, and the plans even specify that it’s unnecessary. Any saw will do; the table saw is just the easiest option if you have one.
- Materials: Dimensional lumber, nuts, bolts, washer, glue
- Tools: Table saw, nail gun, drill, tape measure,
- Difficulty Level: Easy
Air Hose Reel From Plywood
Build this air hose reel from plywood and allow yourself to organize a messy workspace. Connect an air compressor to this DIY project and place it high enough in the shop that the hose can't be tripped. This high-end air hose reel is mounted up out of the way and swivels to organize your shop. To eliminate tripping hazards, it connects to a stationary air compressor and coils above your head. The video will walk you through this build. Connect an air compressor to this DIY project and place it high enough in the shop that the hose can't be tripped. Empty clutter and make your life easier while adding additional storage space.
- Materials: ⅝ sheet of plywood, wooden dowels, trim screws, up to 100’ of air hose, various hose fittings
- Tools: Drill, router, circular saw, hammer, drill press,
- Difficulty Level: Moderate
Air Compressor Cart
Whether a professional or a hobbyist, having a stationary air compressor with a hose reel can be a real lifesaver. Its heavy-duty steel frame and anti-tilt legs ensure that your compressor stays firmly in place wherever it’s parked, and the rubber bumpers on each corner keep it from getting damaged. While it can support up to a 15-hp unit, it conveniently includes a 2.5-gallon air tank, so you don’t have to look for one of your own. The only thing better than one is an entire cart that holds your air compressor and hose in one place, ready to go whenever you need it. This cart features metal side rails and a wooden bottom for durability.
- Materials: Lag screws, nuts, washers, closet dowel, ½ plywood, air hose reel, caster wheels, ¾ plywood
- Tools: Drill, circular saw, jigsaw
- Difficulty Level: Easy
Extension Cord Winder Mount
The Extension Cord Winder eliminates the frustration of coiling an extension cord with your hands. No more pulling, tugging and hoping that it will coil correctly. This unique cord winder mounts to the wall and provides a safe and easy way to wind up your power cables. Take the frustration out of coiling an extension cord. With this easy-to-use tool mount, you can quickly store your extension cord and have it ready whenever you need it.
- Materials: Dimensional lumber, plywood, screws, drywall screws and anchors, cord wheel, extension cord
- Tools: Hand saw, drill, chisel
- Difficulty Level: Easy
Central Vac Hose Reel
This central vacuum hose reel is the solution to storing your central vacuum system. Whether you have already created a storage area for it or are looking for an easy way, this simple gadget will get the job done. It doesn’t need materials that are hard to find and awkward to use. All you need are some basic supplies found at any home improvement store. This hose reel will hold a lot of hosen you can wrap it around the full circumference multiple times without any problem, making reaching all the rooms in your house easier.
- Materials: ¾ plywood, 2”x2” lumber, wood glue, screws
- Tools: Drill, circular saw
- Difficulty Level: Easy
Retractable Hose Reel
This retractable hose reel is designed to be mounted on the roof and has a copper piping system running from your air compressor to the reel. This way, you can store your hose high above ground level and out of harm's way, so you don't have to worry about someone tripping over it and bringing down your air compressor with them. The pipe is attached to the side of the reel, while the end of the copper pipe attaches to your air compressor's regulator valve using garden hose fittings. Our reel is designed to mount on any flat surface, including brick walls, wood siding, and concrete blocks. We will show you step-by-step how to install our products safely.
- Materials: Air hose reel, air hose, copper tubing, fittings, dimensional lumber
- Tools: Adjustable wrench, air compressor, circular saw, drill, soldering torch, stud finder tape measure, tube cutter
- Difficulty Level: Moderate
Planter Box with Hose Reel
This planter box with a hose reel is perfect for landscaping and gardening needs. The planter box is fully-functional, featuring two watering spigots, one for water and one for the hose reel. The stand-alone design makes it easy to move from spot to spot or store away when not in use. This planter box with a hose reel is a great way not to waste space and keep plants hydrated no matter where you put it. This project can make the most of your garden space by disguising a hose reel as an elegant planter box.
- Materials: Dimensional lumber, stain, plywood, screws, nails, glue, cable ties,
- Tools: Miter saw, drill, nailer, clamps, paintbrush, coping saw
- Difficulty Level: Moderate
Hose Reel
Do you know what's better than having a hose reel? Having an automatic watering system that fills your water needs with ease. The Hose Reel automatic watering system uses a timer, an air-powered pump, and an oversized pressure tank to water your lawn automatically. It uses less water than traditional sprinkler systems. You can also set up multiple zones, so different areas water at different times of the day or night. Once installed, you don’t have to worry about going out, turning on the water, and messing with manually refilling all of your hoses whenever they empty because the water source will continuously run through them until it’s time for the next watering cycle.
- Materials: Tire rim, T-post, metal spray paint
- Tools: Welder or JB weld
- Difficulty Level: Easy
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Hose Reel
Hose Reels are a necessity for any home. This is the ideal way to keep your hose neat, organized, and easy to use if you have a large property or multiple water sources. With a dedicated stand, you can easily move it from location to location without effort. This makes it perfect for all types of homes, even those with limited space who need the convenience of portable storage when not in use. Its convenient design allows you to clean up every bit of your yard without lugging around a bulky reel. The stand comes with a wheeled cart and the reel arm, which can be mounted wherever needed.
- Materials: Dimensional lumber, screws, threaded rod, washer, nuts
- Tools: Circular saw, chisel, adjustable wrench
- Difficulty Level: Easy
Upcycled Garden Hose Storage
If you are looking for an easy way to upcycle a metal tool cabinet or wash basin, this DIY garden hose storage project is just what you need. This 3-step tutorial will show you how to turn an old washbasin into a rustic hanger for all your garden tools. The best part? It only takes a few hours and even less than $25 to make! The best part about this project is that it’s rustic, easy to make, and gives you the perfect piece of décor with the hose hanger mounted on top.
- Materials: Metal washbasin, screws
- Tools: Drill
- Difficulty Level: Easy
Garden Hose Holder
Keep your garden hose off the ground with this practical hose holder. Designed to keep your garden hose organized and securely in place, this sturdy post stands firmly in the ground without harming fragile plant life below it. It can stand up to even the heaviest hoses and is a great addition to any backyard or patio area. This post and reel holder intends to keep hoses neatly organized. Constructing this holder is a simple process and will only take a few hours to complete.
- Materials: Cedar post, post cap, 1×12 board, 1×6 board, spray paint, concrete, level, water
- Tools: Miter saw, Kreg jig, sander, drill
- Difficulty Level: Moderate
Hose Holder with Wooden Planter
The Hose Holder with Wooden Planter has a unique, modern design that adds an elegant touch to any setting. The durable planter can hold up to 150 pounds of soil and plants, while the modular board allows you to customize it to fit your home’s design. Whether you like plants or not, this unique yard decoration will brighten any space with its clean lines and pleasant texture. It holds up the hose by a large hook that attaches to the top of your house; no more dragging the hose on the ground, causing abrasions and tears.
- Materials: Pallets, 2×2 boards, screws, glue, sealer, hinges, latch, L-brackets, right-angle brackets
- Tools: Miter saw, planer, Kreg jig, nailer, tin snips, drill, staple gun, scissors
- Difficulty Level: Moderate
Hose Hanger Stand
Design and build your garden hose hanger stand with this easy-to-follow DIY plan set. The Hose Hanger will help keep your hoses neat and organized in one place. Made with treated pine lumber, the bin is durable and can be painted or stained as desired to match your garden decor. This project shows you how to use standard materials innovatively, so you can create something unique that suits your style. You’ll love this 15-minute project that makes placing your hose in the perfect location easy. This hanger includes a photo tutorial that takes you to step by step through the process of how to build one.
- Materials: Dimensional lumber, hose holder, screws, nails, glue, stain
- Tools: Miter saw, jigsaw, pocket hole jig, chalk line, tape measure, drill
- Difficulty Level: Easy