: Use a faucet to run water directly through the hose to flush out all soap and loosened dirt. Holding the hose in a "U" shape and shaking it can help dislodge internal residue.

Lay the hose flat. Pour 1/2 cup of 91% isopropyl alcohol into the handle end. Cap the end with your palm. Lift and tilt the hose in a wave motion—from handle to tip—so the alcohol sloshes along the entire inner circumference. The alcohol dissolves oils and evaporates without residue. After 60 seconds, uncap and drain into a bucket. You will see grey liquid emerge.

Submerge the hose completely. Avoid getting the "handle" or "cuff" electronic pins wet if you have a powered hose (electric version).

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Take a small piece of cloth or a handful of paper towels and dampen them slightly with water or rubbing alcohol.

: Mix half a cup of baking soda and two cups of white vinegar into the water for a fizzing action that kills bacteria and neutralizes odors.