| August - 2001 This month I have looked in depth at types of
lawnmowers and shredders
Lawnmowers
It will depend on the size of your lawn, as to the type of lawnmower that
is suitable for you. I have listed below the different types of mowers available, the size
of cutting blade (where applicable) and the price guide, based on the B & Q stores,
which sell middle of the range equipment. Ask for advice from the salesperson if you are
new to buying mowers as you will need something larger than a flymo for half an acre of
lawn, and something smaller than a sit on tractor for a pocket handkerchief patch. Also
bear in mind the need for lifting the mower over obstacles such as borders. We have a very
large lawn and I have a sit on tractor that lives in the building at the bottom of the
garden, with level ground at all access points. It takes me just half an hour to do our
lawn, but it would take two or three hours with a flymo. So make sure you get the right
tool for the job...
Have a
look at the B&Q website for lawnmowers and shredders:- http://www.diy.com Prices correct at time of
publication.
| Electric |
Hover 11" - 14" cut
£38 - £118 |
Cylinder 12" - 12.5" cut
£64 - £190 |
Rotary 12" - 16" cut
£60 - £138 |
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| Petrol |
Hover (Flymo) £199
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Cylinder 12" - 12.5" cut
£65 - £189
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Rotary 16" - 18" cut
£139 - £299
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Shredders
I wouldn`t be without my shredder as it breaks up small branches from
shrubs, hedges and trees - that would otherwise be thrown away or burned - for use on the
compost heap. It is also therapeutic to use, but then I suppose I am odd...
It pays to buy the best you can afford, you would get two cheapies costing
more than one expensive one and lasting less time. I have had a Bosch quiet shredder with
a 2000 watt motor for years now. It is currently priced at £239 but worth every penny to
me. It appears indestructible. Again I have looked at the B & Q equipment
which ranges from £74.90 to £239.00
It is quite late in the season to be buying lawnmowers and shredders, so
you may be able to pick up an end of season bargain. Have a hunt around on the internet...
Go to the B
& Q website for mowers and shredders:- http://www.diy.com
Have
a look at previous editions of
Gardener`s Diary
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