If you want your lawn to stay green and healthy, you'll need to maintain it well. However, most people don't know what lawn maintenance entails and assume your lawn only needs mowing to keep it healthy. Unfortunately, it's not that simple, and since grass is delicate it needs a lot of care to remain green and healthy. There’s a procedure you should follow when taking care of … [Read more...] about Is dethatching better than aerating? (And what are the benefits of dethatching and aerating?)
How to replace pull cord on Toro lawnmower. (And factors to consider when selecting a Toro mower)
Walk-behind mowers use the pull mechanism that turns the crankshaft and starts the engine. It's the same thing the starter does in your car when you turn the ignition key. Mower pull cords after some time can wear out and break. They can also fray so they won't retract properly into the pullet housing hence they won't crank the mower. The pull cord is connected directly to … [Read more...] about How to replace pull cord on Toro lawnmower. (And factors to consider when selecting a Toro mower)
How to make a riding lawnmower quieter. (And reasons why your mower is noisy)
There’s nothing better than having a well-manicured lawn, but any time you think about mowing your lawn, you get frustrated. Lawnmowers make a lot of noise and mowing isn't the best time for your family, neighbors, or your eardrums. The engine and the blades are often fairly loud since they only have a small muffler attached to the engine exhaust port. With time the muffler … [Read more...] about How to make a riding lawnmower quieter. (And reasons why your mower is noisy)
Can you put regular gas in a weed eater? (And how to determine the correct ratio of gas and oil)
While using a lawnmower is very effective in cutting your grass to give your lawn that manicured look, it's not useful in some situations. That's why you need to invest in a good weed eater that will help you take care of the weed edges and also cut the hard-to-reach places like around fence posts and trees. Weed eaters come in 2 main categories that include gas and electric … [Read more...] about Can you put regular gas in a weed eater? (And how to determine the correct ratio of gas and oil)
Best mower blade for sandy soil. (And factors to consider)
If you’re a property owner you know you have to mow your lawn from time to time. Depending on the person, lawn mowing can be interesting or boring. However, the one thing that everyone can agree on is that you need a proper-functioning mower with a sharp blade. Choosing the best mower blade for sandy soil can be a difficult task because you’ll need to consider the … [Read more...] about Best mower blade for sandy soil. (And factors to consider)