We don't use it anymore, but we Have.
The DAY the Mean Green Hose bubbled and quit, our guys drove to a dollar store, spent 20 bucks for some 100 ft 5/8 Vinyl Garden hoses, connected them together, hooked em up, finished the job!
Hey, WHATEVER it takes
Vinyl IS resistant to many chemicals, as this chart will show.
http://www.engineeringtoolbox.com/chemical-resistance-vinyl-ester-d_785.html
Scroll on down, and see for yourself.
The PROBLEM with Garden Hose, is Pressure Rating.
Those with Bandits, or any other pump developing over 100 psi might want to think twice before using garden hose.
UNLESS a Vinyl Garden Hose is found with a higher pressure rating ?
I also think it is unprofessional looking, but IF you are short of money, and just starting out, OR in a pinch, it CAN be used.
I HAVE used it, in the past.
I would be interested in any comments, pro OR Con, from those who use, or have used it ?