Operation of a gas or oil-powered machine can result in the gradual degradation of components over time. The Home Depot agrees that improper care of a gas-powered lawn mower can result in years taken off the lifespan of an otherwise high-quality machine. When the winter months draw in and lawn equipment is used less, it’s […]
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A corded-electric weed eater can save you a lot of money in comparison to a pricier gasoline-powered model, not only on the upfront purchase costs, but also in terms of ongoing maintenance and refueling. In addition, electric string trimmers come without many of the drawbacks associated with gasoline models.If you don’t have a huge yard, […]
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When we talk about electric and gas-powered string trimmers, there is in fact another differentiation; electric models can come as corded-electric, running on electrical power from a socket, or as a battery-powered variation. These 3 diverse types of machine essentially perform the same function, but each has their own advantages and disadvantages.Common features of all […]
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String trimmers and lawn edgers are the ideal tools for achieving a lawn that is tidier in appearance. Although a lawn mower will keep your grass at a reasonable length, it cannot prevent your grass from growing untidily over the edges of paths and walkways. This is the task for which string trimmers and edgers […]
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When the fall season rolls around and the leaves start to drop from the trees, it becomes harder to keep your lawn and pathways in order. A leaf blower can make for a far quicker clean-up job than simply using a manual rake. However, there are many leaf blowers available, so narrowing down the choice […]
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A string trimmer, often called a ‘strimmer’ or ‘weed-whacker,’ is a garden tool used for trimming grass or weeds with greater precision than a lawn mower, and in closer proximity to lawn edges, such as by a fence or foundation. Unfortunately, as we’ll examine in detail below, gas-powered string trimmers can be hazardous to health […]
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Maintenance of a lawn has many aspects to it, including fertilization and aeration. Aeration of a lawn can be performed with a range of custom-built equipment; the most basic tasks can be done with a garden fork, using the prongs to press deeply into the earth. However, you may be left wondering how often you […]
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Although gasoline-powered lawn mowers come with their drawbacks, such as increased noise and air pollution, they remain to be the most powerful lawn mowers that you can get. Fueled by gasoline, or a combination of gasoline and oil, these mowers have powerful motors that can make short work of both turf and weeds. However, there […]
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This useful tool goes by many names – weed whacker, string trimmer or even weed eater. This a precision instrument and means the difference between a mediocre lawn and a lawn that could grace the cover of House and Garden. There is a little more technique that needs to go into using this versatile device, and […]
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Lawn edgers are used to achieve a neat finish surrounding your lawn, where grass would otherwise outcrop onto asphalt or concrete walkways. Unlike a handheld string trimmer that is designed for more typical use, such as when a lawn mower can’t reach a specific area, an edger is specifically tailored for creating neat edges around […]
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