This is the time of year when your garden is most likely covered in leaves and looking rather untidy, despite your best efforts at trimming everything back. Like all the plants and living things in your garden, your grass needs light and air to survive. Leaves left on your lawn can smother the grass and cause large patches of brown grass. If you’ve only got a light covering, then getting your trusty rake out will probably be all you need to do, but if leaves are a big problem on your grass and in other areas of your garden then you definitely need to invest in a leaf blower.
There’s so many leaf blowers on the market right now, so where do you start looking? Firstly it’s a good idea to select something that’s either lightweight or can be used with a harness. Also, do you need a simple leaf blower or a combination leaf blower and garden vacuum? You should consider the size of your garden and how much of a problem the leaves are causing. How strong are you? If you’re a strapping 6ftf then a petrol one will probably suit you, but if you’re not the strongest gardener then perhaps a lightweight cordless one would be better for you. Leaf blowers can be powerful and with that power comes noise, so try to opt for a quieter one if you live in a built up neighbourhood.
A leaf blower in the right situations and used correctly can be an absolute godsend to the busy gardener who is striving for the perfect outdoor space. If you’ve got a large area to work with, then we suggest you try to divide the area into separate spaces. It won’t feel like such a monumental task if you do this. It’s important to be careful of areas such as gravel pathways – a powerful blast from a leaf blower can blast gravel all over your lawn and that’s the last thing you want. Consider a leaf blower with different settings so you can make sure this never happens. You can also keep the power level at its lowest for when you are clearing debris from pathways, and it will be easier to control.
When you’re clearing leaves and debris from your lawn you can whack the power up to its highest setting to cope with the change in terrain. As leaf blowers are designed to blow up debris and leaves – often at the mere touch of a button – it’s very important that you wear the correct safety gear. The manual that comes with your machine will tell you what is required, but as a minimum you’ll want eye protection, gloves and where necessary ear-defenders. We always recommend you read the manual before you get started even if the machine itself seems simple and straightforward.
We’ve got four great Stihl leaf blowers in stock right now, please read on for more information.
Stihl BG 56 C-E Petrol Leaf Blower
It’s a steal at only £255.00 (RRP £289.00 | SAVE £34) and comes packed with features such as a manual fuel pump and a 3-in-1 (blower, vac and mulching) capability. It’s ideal for general clear up jobs around the home and garden, and features a powerful 2 stroke-engine with stratified charge. You can purchase a vacuum adaptor kit available as an extra accessory to convert the leaf blower into a powerful and robust vacuum for added versatility. The all new ErgoStart (E) means the effort to start this Stihl BG 56 C-E leaf blower is reduced by 50%. We really like the easy, comfortable thumb operated control that means your hand never needs to leave the handle during operation making it one of the safest leaf blowers on the market.
Stihl BG 86 C-E Petrol Leaf Blower
Great value at just £305.00 (RRP £354.00 | SAVE £49) this powerful leaf blower comes with a free bottle of 2-stroke oil & mixing bottle. Considered to be a top-of-the-line leaf blower, it also offers the same 3-in-1 capability as that of the BG 56 C-E. Aimed at both the domestic and professional user with big areas to clear, this highly effective leaf blower from Stihl brings you unrivalled power and well thought out features to ensure user comfort. Great for dusty conditions thanks to the HD2 filter that is made from polyethylene material – it’s pores are up to 70% finer than standard filters and therefore will eliminate even the finest of dust, great for when you are working in drier conditions. Low on noise and vibrations you can use this leaf blower for a variety of uses and it will certainly stand the test of time.
Stihl SH 56 C-E Vacuum Shredder Blower
Offering excellent value at just £309.00 (RRP £349.00 | SAVE £40) this is a powerful handheld shredder from Stihl with vacuuming and blower capabilities. The engine offers lowered emissions and the innovative STIHL ErgoStart system makes starting it up easier than ever. It can pick up larger quantities of leaves, trimmings and cut grass, and simultaneously shred them. The collected debris will be reduced to less than 10% of the original volume, and if required you can use this organic matter for mulching or simply composting, the choice is yours! It comes complete with a shoulder strap and a free bottle of 2-stroke oil (100ml) & mixing bottle.
Stihl SH 86 C-E Vacuum Shredder Blower
Offering immense power for only £349.00 (RRP £409.00 | SAVE £60) this is a premium tool for serious gardeners. It offers a multi-function control handle, low vibration, a simple Stihl ErgoStart system and is ideal for both domestic and professional gardeners alike. Designed to be fuel efficient and user-friendly, this shredder/vac easily converts into a handheld blower. Equipped with top-of-the-range features such as the special shredder blade that reduces garden waste, along with the STIHL ErgoStart system, soft grip handles and a four-spring anti-vibration system— Stihl have really pushed the boat out on this model!
We hope this blog helps you with your choice of leaf blowers but if you need more information or want to see what other models and brands we have in stock, then head over to our website now by clicking here : www.justlawnmowers.co.uk
