Wheelbarrow: wheel type

Chloe_G

We are buying a replacement wheel for our wheelbarrow and we want to go for one that doesn't puncture. Is there a difference between solid and puncture proof wheels or are they the same thing?  Thanks.

Green_hopeful

I am not sure of the difference but we have a yellow solid one from screwfix and its great. Much nicer than a normal one. 

fatbelly

I have had one with a pneumatic tyre for 40 years (present from a friend who was working on building sites!). Never punctured, I just grease the axle and pump the tyre at the start of the season and it lasts.

If you are carrying a good load and having  to negotiate steps or similar then it is easier.

Chloe_G

Unfortunately, the person who uses the wheelbarrow managed to puncture two tyres on two different wheelbarrows in one week and I'm fed up with it! I had used one of the wheelbarrows to muck out my horse's stable for about 15 years with no punctures, but it only lasted one week in his hands!

WIAWSNB

Solid and pp are, to all intents, the same thing. And well worth it. 
As on boat launching trolleys - used only now and then, but you need it to work!

Eldi_Dos

Chloe_G said:

Unfortunately, the person who uses the wheelbarrow managed to puncture two tyres on two different wheelbarrows in one week and I'm fed up with it! I had used one of the wheelbarrows to muck out my horse's stable for about 15 years with no punctures, but it only lasted one week in his hands!

Sounds like inner tube has reached the end of its lifespan and could do with replacing, not a particularly hard job to do. You would not fling your bikes wheel away would you if it had a punture ?

If you do not want to source new inner tube and fit, a bit of a bodge would be turn wheel barrow upside down remove valve from stem, then inject expanding foam into  stem and tyre and leave to set.
As I say bit of a bodge better to go with new inner tube, better for the planet and for your pocket.

Chloe_G

Thanks, I have watched some YouTube videos about fixing it but I'm not sure if I can do it myself.  If I can't, I am going to 'freegle' the old tyres so they will go to someone who can fix them.

WIAWSNB

The last barrow I bought wasn't expensive - probably from Wickes or similar - but a solid/anti-punct tyre was a must. It sits outside, has only light surface rust after 5-odd years, and I know it'll work every rare time it's needed.
I help out at a local water-based yoof charity, and curse openly, loudly, and at great length* whenever I use their barrow, or help launch one of their boats. You know why. 
Whenever new wheels are needed for their trolleys, I make sure they are youknowwhat.
Don't do it! For pity's sakes, woman, DON'T DO IT!

(* I don't really...)