Howwood Hire Hub
The Howwood Hire Hub is a library of equipment which people rarely use which is available for the residents of Howwood to hire for a small fee. The initiative;
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Saves people money as they do not have to pay to buy the item
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Saves people space in their homes as they do not need to store the item
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Helps the planet as people buy less
Before hiring items, borrowers need to become members by completing an application form, agreeing to the Terms and Conditions of membership and providing photographic ID and proof of address.
This is an insurance requirement.
The items available to hire are listed below. This list will be updated periodically.
Items can be booked by contacting us by e-mail or via Messenger. We need your name, membership number, the number of the item you wish to hire, the date you wish to hire it (must be a Sunday) and for how long.
All borrowing is on a weekly basis. Collection and return of your item is from the Pavilion in Howwood Park on Sundays between 2pm - 4pm. Payment is due at collection.
We only accept cash at the moment, but hope to accept card payments soon.
This project has been funded by Renfrewshire & Inverclyde Local Action Group's Community Led Local Development Fund for which we are extremely grateful.
Terms and Conditions of Membership
Membership
Borrowers cannot hire items from the Howwood Hire Hub until they have joined as a member by completing an application form and providing photographic evidence of identity and proof of address, which shall be copied and filed. Membership is only open to residents of Howwood.
Collection of Items
Items must be booked prior to collecting by e-mailing Friends of Howwood Park at friendsofhowwoodpark@hotmail.com or via Messenger.
The borrower must collect the booked item from the Pavilion, Howwood Park, Midton Road, Howwood PA9 1EB. Payment is due on collection of the item. Payment must be in cash.
Return of Items
The borrower must return the hired item to the Pavilion, Howwood Park, Midton Road, Howwood PA9 1EB.
Items must be returned in the same condition they were received, in full working order and in a clean condition. All ancillary parts and manuals provided with the item must be returned.
If items are returned in a damaged, unclean or defective state, except due to fair wear and tear or an inherent fault, the borrower shall be liable for the cost of the repair/cleaning to return it to a condition fit for re-hire.
Use of Items
The borrower MUST familiarise themselves with the safety manual and instruction manual of the item being hired prior to use. These shall be in paper format with the item and/or digitally on the Friends of Howwood Park website. The borrower must follow all safety and user guidance.
Friends of Howwood Park will NOT take any responsibility for misuse of the item or accidents which results in injury or death. It is the borrower’s responsibility to use the item safely.
Where the item requires an electrical supply, the borrower must ensure the proper type and voltage is used. RCD socket adaptors must be used on all borrowed electrical items (these can be hired from the Howwood Hire Hub).
Care of Borrowed Items
The borrower must NOT remove any labels, and/or interfere with the borrowed item, their working mechanisms or any parts of them and shall take care of the item and only use them for their proper purpose in a safe and correct manner in accordance with the operating and safety instructions.
The Borrower must notify Friends of Howwood Park immediately after any breakdown, loss or damage of the borrowed item.
The Borrower must take adequate measures to protect the borrowed items from theft, damage and/or other risks.
The Borrower must NOT continue to use an item which has been damaged and will notify Friends of Howwood Park immediately if the borrowed item is involved in an accident resulting in damage to the item, other property, and/or injury to a person.
Friends of Howwood Park are responsible for routine maintenance and repairs of the items, including periodic PAT testing, and repairs due to wear and tear and/or inherent faults.
The Borrower must NOT repair or attempt to repair an item which breaks during the hire period.
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Items are for use in domestic settings only. Items must NOT be used for business purposes.
The Borrower must not remove the borrowed item from Howwood.
The Borrower must inform Friends of Howwood Park if their address and/or contact details provided when becoming a member changes.
Item 1 - Power Washer
Kärcher K 4 Classic Pressure Washer, Pressure: max. 130 bar, Flow Rate: 420 l/h, Area Coverage: 30 m²/h, Water Filter, Weight: 4.6 kg, high-Pressure Hose and Gun, Dirt Blaster, Spray Lance.
Cost per week - £10
Data Sheet - 1.180-250.0_PI_en_ZA.pdf (kaercher-media.com)
Safety Instructions and User Manual - OBJ_DOKU-0000005008-EN-001.FM (kaercher-media.com)
Item 2 - Wallpaper Stripper (Pasting Table also available - Item 42)
BLACK+DECKER | Wallpaper Steamer Stripper with Pad KX3300T-GB.
For quick and easy removal of wallpaper. Large steam plate covers a large area to save time. Safety release valves so that the unit will not overheat. Boil dry safety cut-out protects the unit from damage due to overheating. 4 litre tank with water level indicator offers up to 60 mins of runtime.
Cost per week - £5
Safety Instructions and User Manual - B1ixXGO5wES.pdf (media-amazon.com)
Item 3 - Sewing Machine
Brother AE1700 17-Stitch Sewing Machine. 17 Stitches. Drop in bobbin. LED Light. Quick and easy stitch selection. 4 step button hole.
Cost per week - £10
Safety Instructions and User Manual - ae1700ug01en.pdf (brother.com)
Basic Operation Manual - 888x01_11_21_bom01_en.pdf (brother.com)
Quick Reference Guide - ae17002500qg01endefrnlitesru.pdf (brother.com)
Machine threading video - Brother Sewing Machine: How to Thread Mechanical and Automatic Machines (youtube.com)
Items 4 - Bosch Sander
Bosch Multi Sander. Corded electric. Velcro type fastening system for sandpaper. 5 sheets of sandpaper included with hire. Designed for sanding furniture such as chairs, coffee tables, chest of drawers. Built in dust extraction element which sucks the dust directly into the microfilter box for clean working. Compact, lightweight and versatile to use.
Cost per week - £5 (Includes 5 sheets of sandpaper)
Safety Instructions and User Manual - 160992A83K_202207 (bosch-professional.com)
Amazon Link - https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00ISW5KCU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Item 5 - Bosch Cordless Screwdriver
Bosch IXO Cordless Screwdriver (7th Generation, 3.6V, 2.0Ah, 5.5Nm, with Micro USB Cable, Includes Angle Attachment. Includes 10x standard screwdriver bits.
Cost per week - £5
Safety Instructions and User Manual - 160992A9KX_202407 (bosch-professional.com)
Amazon Link - https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0BQYW8LZ4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Item 6 - Bosch Jigsaw
530 W motor and up to 80 mm cutting depth in wood, four-stage orbital pendulum action. Bosch SDS ensures effortless and safe saw blade changes within seconds, integrated saw blade storage compartment. Bosch CutControl enables users to easily and safely track the cutting line. Bosch low vibration with linear mass balance and ergonomic Softgrip.
Cost per week - £10
Safety Instructions and User Manual - 160992A9H0_202405 (bosch-professional.com)
Amazon Link - Bosch Home and Garden Jigsaw PST 800 PEL (530 W, in case) : Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools
Item 7 - Ceramic Tile Cutter
Vevor Mophorn 600mm Tile Cutter. Premium Aluminum Frame. Non-slip rubber thick base. Precise Laser Positioning. Alloy Cutter Wheel. Max. Cutting Thickness: 6-15mm.
Cost per week - £5
User Manual and Safety Instructions -
YouTube video - VEVOR 24 Inch Manual Tile Cutter Double Rails - for Porcelain and Ceramic Tiles (youtube.com)
Item 8 - Bosch Cordless Combi Drill
Maximum rotational speed - 1900 RPM. Voltage - 18 Volts. 1.5 Amps.
Hire includes loan of Bosch 70-Pieces X-Line Titanium Drill and Screwdriver Bit Set (for Wood, Masonry and Metal, Accessories Drills)
Cost per week - £8
User Manual and Safety Instructions - 160992A7WL_202206 (bosch-professional.com)
Item 9 - Bosch Angle Grinder
Bosch Professional Angle Grinder. Corded electric. Hire includes 1 x 115mm disc (should not be returned at end of hire to ensure each new hire has a new disc).
Cost per week - £5
User Manual and Safety Instructions - GWS 6-115_GWS 7-115 (bosch-professional.com)
Amazon Link - https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01D9QAG9G/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Item 10 - Stud Finder
HANMATEK Stud Finder SF1 Wall Scanner 4 in 1 Electronic Stud Sensor with Depth Tracker, Unit Change, for Wood, Metal, Cables, Circuits Detect in Walls
Cost per week - £3
Amazon Link - https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0BNDKMJXQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Item 11 - Work Platform
Easy-Grab handle makes it simple to carry your platform quickly and safely.
Dual self-locking legs securely lock when opened for safety and lock again when closed.
Platform Dimensions - 0.3m wide x 1.15m long
Platform Height - 0.51m
Safe Working Height - 2.26m (*Based on 1.75m height and reach of a person)
Approx. Product Weight - 6.6kg
Maximum Load - 150kg (23st 9lb)
Material - Aluminium
Cost per week - £5
User Manual and Safety Instructions - 5ea38808-6d14-4e37-b5b4-f8872e2c6823.pdf (widencdn.net)
Data Sheet - d9d210f1-9114-4a12-abf0-a3797a1d7b9d.pdf (widencdn.net)
Info Sheet - 79025 | Work Platforms | Werner UK (wernerco.com)
Item 12 - Water Pump
FOTING 900W Portable Submersible Pump with Float Switch, Max Flow 14000 L/H Electric Sump Pump for Dirty/Clean Water, Water Pump for Garden Pond, Pools, Ditches
Cost per week - £5
Item 13 - RCD Plug
RCD Plug Safety RCD Adaptor, UK Standards with Circuit Breaker Safety Protection.
Cost per week - £1
Can only be hired alongside the hire of an electrical item from the Howwood Hire Hub.
Item 14 - Car Jump Starter
Car Jump Starter, FLYLINKTECH 2500A Peak 13200mAh Portable Car Battery Jump Starter Booster (up to 6.0L Gas Or 5.0L Diesel Engine), Jump Starter and Power Bank with LED Flashlight, IP67
Cost per week - £3
User Manual and Safety Instructions - Flylinktech CF200 Manuals | ManualsLib
Amazon Link - https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0C4GP2ZQH/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Item 15 - Laser Level with Tripod
CIGMAN-701 30M/100ft green laser level is a compact, practical option for basic cross-line leveling work. Suitable for flooring, tiling, ceiling, molding installation.
Cost per week - £12
Data Sheet - 1.180-250.0_PI_en_ZA.pdf (kaercher-media.com)
Safety Instructions and User Manual - OBJ_DOKU-0000005008-EN-001.FM (kaercher-media.com)
Item 16 - Folding Table - 4 Available
1.8m Folding Heavy Duty Catering Trestle Party Garden Table. 180D x 74W x 74H centimetres. Carry handle. Fully foldable for storage and transport. The frame is made from durable, powder coated steel. The table top is crafted from high density, moulded plastic. Ideal for parties, Christmas and for large gatherings.
Cost per week - £5 each
User Manual - 6ft_Folding_Trestle_Table_Heavy_Duty_Catering_Garden_Party_1.8m_manual.pdf
Amazon Link - Oypla 6ft 1.8m Folding Heavy Duty Catering Trestle Party Garden Table : Amazon.co.uk: Home & Kitchen
Item 17 - Folding Chairs - 10 Available
(For INDOOR USE ONLY)
White folding powder coated steel folding chairs with rubber feet. Ideal for large gatherings.
Size H78.5, W47, D49.5cm.
Seat height 45cm.
Powder coated steel frame with powder coated steel legs.
Metal seat pad.
Fully assembled
Max user weight per chair 100kg.
Individual chair weight 4.4kg.
Clean with a sponge and warm soapy water.
Cost per week (per chair) - £2
Item 18 - Professional Carpet Cleaner
Professional carpet and upholstery cleaner to cleans your carpets, sofas and chairs. Excludes carpet cleaning liquid (need to buy own).
Cost per week - £30
Safety and instruction manual - KAR11001320.pdf (tooled-up.com)
Screwfix Link - Karcher Pro Puzzi 10/1 1250W Carpet Cleaner 230-240V - Screwfix
Instruction Video - How to use Karcher Puzzi 10/1 (youtube.com)
Item 19 - Bosch Router
Bosch Home and Garden router POF 1200 AE. Used to rout grooves, edge profiles or mouldings. 1200 watt motor. Speed control with setting wheel and accelerator switch enables the material to be cut with exceptional precision, while the integrated spindle lock allows for quick and easy changing of the router bits. Template guide. Loan includes loan of 15 bits.
Cost per week - £10
Safety and Instruction Manual - 160992A8WS_202308 (bosch-professional.com)
Amazon Link - Bosch Home and Garden router POF 1200 AE (1200 W, in carton packaging) : Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools
Item 20 - Cordless Telescopic Hedge Cutter
Battery voltage: 18 V
Blade length: 430 mm / Tooth spacing: 16 mm
Stroke rate: 2200 rpm
Height-adjustable: By 60 cm
Max. tool length: 2.6 m
Cuts 200m2 of hedge per battery charge.
Cost per week - £10
Safety and Instruction Manual - F016L94358_202112 (bosch-professional.com)
Amazon Link - Bosch 06008B3070 Universal Hedge Pole 18, 18 V, Green : Amazon.co.uk: Garden
Item 21 - Cordless Bosch Hedge Trimmer
Bosch Cordless Hedge Cutter.
Battery Voltage / Capacity: 18V / 2.5 Ah
Blade length: 50 cm
Tooth opening: 20 mm
Weight including battery: 3.0 kg
Cost per week - £10
Safety and Instruction Manual - untitled (bosch-professional.com)
Item 22 - Bolt Cutters
Meccion 14” Heavy Duty Bolt Cutter for Cutting Fence, Steel Wire, Chain, Metal Rods, Screws, Locks, Rivet, and Small Padlock with Rubberized Anti-Slip Easy Grip Handles.
Cost per week - £3
Safety and Instruction Manual - untitled (bosch-professional.com)
Amazon Link - https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0C9T9MZYK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Item 23 - Drain Rods
Crystals Drain Rods Set, Drainage Rods for Outside Drain Flexible, 12 Pcs / 9.2M Drain Unblocker with Heavy Duty Rubber Plunger & Double Worm Screw, Drainage Rods for Drain Cleaning with Carry Bag
Cost per week - £3
Item 24 - Long Handled Loppers
HAUTMEC Extendable 27-37'' Anvil Loppers with Compound Action System, 2 Inch Cut Capacity, Labor-Saving Tree Trimmer, Heavy Duty Thick Branch Garden Pruning Clippers Scissors HT0149-UK
Cost per week - £3
Item 25 - Gazebo with weights and sides
3x3m Pop Up Gazebo with 2 sides (optional) and 4 weights (fill with water).
This comes part assembled (roof covering is already attached to metal base), so borrowers just need to pull out and push up legs, and attach the weights and side panels (if using - attached with velcro straps). Colour - red or green.
Cost per week - £20
Amazon Links - https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01AQIVCK2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Gazebo assembly video - Opzetinstructie partytent 3x6 easy up (youtube.com)
Item 26 - Cordless Leaf Blower/Vacuum
Einhell Cordless 3433600 GE-CL 36 Li E-Solo Power X-Change Leaf Blower Vac - Supplied with 2 batteries and charger. Two settings - Blows leaves away, and vacuums leaves into a 45L bag with window for disposal. Wheels and carry strap.
Cost per week - £10
YouTube User Video - Cordless Leaf Vacuum - GE-CL 36 Li E (youtube.com)
Item 27 - Cordless Strimmer
Einhell Cordless Strimmer With Battery And Charger - 18V Lightweight Battery Grass Trimmer. Supplied with 1 blade fitted and 1 spare blade.
Cost per week - £10
Item 28 - Sack Truck
Folding Sack Truck - 90 kg Capacity Aluminium Framed Folding Trolley On Wheels - Folding Hand Truck With Extendable Handle.
Cost per week - £5
Item 29 - 30m Extension Lead
Extension Lead 30m Heavy Duty Cable Reel, 4 Socket Cord Reel UK Plug Socket with Thermal Cut-Out Protection 13A Fused Plug.
Cost Per Week - £5
Item 30 - Electric Heaters (3 available)
Black and Decker 2KW Portable Convector Heater.
Amazon Link - BLACK+DECKER BXCV41001GB 2KW Portable Convector Heater, Anti-Frost Protection, White : Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools
Video Link - https://www.amazon.co.uk/vdp/1556693fa3ac4720a101112cbbb1fd91?product=B08HHD3BFD&ref=cm_sw_cp_r_ib_dt_EHOBfOUiJVmrA
Operating Manual - https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81+sQk4M8hL.pdf
Cost Per Week - £5 each
Item 31 - Paint and Mortar Mixer
Einhell mains operated paint and mortar stirrer for professional stirring and mixing of liquid and powdery building materials.
Instruction Manual Link - https://www.einhell.co.uk/p/4258550-tc-mx-1400-2-e/#downloads
Cost Per Week - £10
Item 32 - Cordless Mini Chain Saw
Mini 6 inch Chainsaw Chainsaw with 4000mAh Battery for tree branch trimming.
Instruction Manual Link - https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/C1cImjrJo+L.pdf
Cost Per Week - £5
Item 33 - Heavy Duty Trolley
Heavy Duty Platform Trolley 150kg - Folding Flatbed Cart with Smooth-Glide Wheels.
Cost Per Week - £5
Item 34 - Gutter Cleaning Tool
Gutter Cleaning Tool with 235cm Extendable Pole.
Cost Per Week - £3
Item 35 - Cordless Mono-Bloc Joint Cleaner
Einhell 18V Cordless Grout Cleaner (for cleaning joints in mono-bloc). Includes battery and brushes.
Cost Per Week - £10
Item 36 - Car Polisher
Ginour Cordless Car Polisher.
Cost Per Week - £10
Item 37 - Garden Lawn Edging Shears
Darlac Telescopic Garden Lawn Edging Shears with Extendable Handles & Razor-Sharp Blade – Adjustable to Any Gardener's Height – Lightweight Approx 1.2kg – Ideal for Trimming Lawn Edges
Cost Per Week - £5
Item 38 - Telescopic Hedge Shears
Spear & Jackson Telescopic Hedge Shears. Handles extend from 340mm to 500mm.
Amazon Link - Spear & Jackson 8120RS Razorsharp Telescopic Hedge Shears, Blue : Amazon.co.uk: Garden
Cost Per Week - £3
Item 39 - Water Meter Key Kit
Water Meter Key Kit. Includes 4 Way Triangle Square Utilities Key and Steel T-Handle Sillcock Water Key for Faucet Spigots Cabinet Valve and Electrical Cupboard.
Cost Per Week - £3
Item 40 - Contour Gauge
JOREST Contour Gauge 10 Inch with Lock, Measuring Shape Outline Angle, Scribe/Template/Profile Tool for Woodworking, Flooring, Tile Laying and DIY projects.
Cost Per Week - £3
Item 41 - Manhole Key Set
2 Piece T-Handle Manhole Key Set
Amazon Link - Amtech C3185 2 Piece T-Handle Manhole Key Set : Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools
Cost Per Week - £2
Item 42 - Wallpaper Pasting Table
Lightweight, natural pinewood construction with a hardboard top. Easy to assemble, fold flat design with comfortable carry handle. Size (open) H74, W56, D178cm.
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The comfortable handle makes transport very easy.
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The dimensions after folding are: 89.0 x 56.0 x 6.7 cm.
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Size H74, W178, D56cm.
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Weight 5.8kg.
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Cost Per Week - £5