Can you install a retractable hose reel without a wall?

[Msrao123]

Hi,

I liked the retractable hose reel from Holman (20m charcoal retractable hose reel I/N 0514795) but I want to fix this to the lawn in my front yard adjacent to the water line as there’s no wall near it and I do not want to cut through concrete driveway to lay a pipe to the garage wall. Will the product work the same way when fixed to the ground than a wall?

Thanks very much for the guidance. 
Mahesh

[EricL]

Hello @Msrao123 

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's sensational to have you join us and thanks for sharing your question about your hose reel.

I propose mounting your hose reel on a post concreted into the ground. This will save you from having to cut the concrete but still have a solid mount for the hose reel. I've placed a sample image below to give you an idea of how you can do it. You then just need to connect your garden hose to the hose reel.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric