PVC "valve hose" / valve cover breather hose

I need to replace the PCV valve and the valve cover breather. The hose that leads from the PCV valve to the carb turned into a swiss cheese when I removed it so I need a new one. Can I use any hose for that purpose? Same question for the hose that leads from the breather to the air filter box.
I believe the valve cover breather is filled with wire mesh. You may just be able to clean it by spraying inside with something like brake clean.