Category: Advice and Tips

3 leaf blowers & vacuums that won’t break the bank

14 years ago
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by Alex Evans
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Here at Just Lawnmowers we have noticed an increase in sales of garden leaf blowers and vacuums. This has come a few weeks early as we don’t tend to notice a surge in sales until the middle of September when people realise that autumn is just around the corner. Due to this increase in leaf blower activity I have decided to write a quick post giving details on 3 blowers & vacs that wont cost you a fortune but will make keeping your garden neat and tidy much easier. I am also limiting my budget to around £100.00.

Choosing a generator – how much power do I need?

14 years ago
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by Alex Evans
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Choosing a generator can be a confusing process. What power requirements do I need is a question we hear alot. Here we try to answer some of those questions.

Looking for a new roller lawnmower? Consider the Lawnflite range

14 years ago
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by Alex Evans
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Lawnflite are not a company everybody in the world has heard about but if you are involved in the garden machinery industry, as we are, it is a name we all have huge respect for. This is due to the fact that we recognise their passion for building quality machines at affordable prices. All their garden machines feature quality components without the inflated price tag of some of the more recognised brands. Not only this but they are a British company with a real commitment to looking after their customers.

Help with lawn problems – Weeds, Moss & Fungi Problems

14 years ago
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It’s time to wage war against weeds, moss and fungi! Most lawn problems can be solved by the selection of the right grass seed, regular mowing, fertilisation, watering and scarifying. Today we go over some of the most common problems you may encounter with your lawn.

Lawn Mower Safety tips

14 years ago
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by Alex Evans
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Lawn mowers can be dangerous and can cause serious injury if not used properly. Become familiar with the mower you intend to use and use good judgement and be safety-minded. The following post includes some safety guidelines we have put together to ensure you finish any mowing job safely. Have a great summer and “Happy mowing!”

Mowing Tips

14 years ago
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Todays post includes advice and tips about mowing your lawn. It contains important and useful tips concerning mower maintenance, mowing patterns, lawn mower operation and mower safety.

Choosing the right lawn mower

14 years ago
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by Alex Evans
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Which lawn mower is the right one for you? Choosing a new lawnmower can be a confusing process. Do you want a petrol or electric model? Do you want to recycle the grass clippings. Do you need electric start? If you have uneven ground or large areas, do you need self propelled? These questions and more are answered in this guide.

Achieving a beautiful and hard wearing lawn

14 years ago
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Regular mowing makes a lawn dense and attractive. The cutting of grass stimulates the grass plant to form new side-shoots, leaf blades and runners, and weeds are effectively suppressed.

More than just grass!

14 years ago
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A lawn is not just a lawn!

A wide variety of demands are placed upon turfed areas depending on their use. Different examples include home lawns, park lawn and grass on a sports field. Virtually no other plant is subjected to such high demands as lawn grasses are. They are continuously being stepped on, rolled on, played on, but must nevertheless remain pleasant to the eye.

Multiclip – The shortcut to greener grass

14 years ago
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by Alex Evans
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Stiga’s Multiclip cutting system cuts and re-cuts grass clippings into very fine particles then, using positive air pressure created beneath the cutter deck, pushes the particles right down into the standing grass to wilt and decompose thereby feeding the soil.