Here are six simple and helpful tips to get most out of an electric lawn rake:
- Get the lawn ready. Clean up the space from any obstructions such as pieces of garbage, rocks, twigs. Move toys, statues, plant pots or any thing that is usually placed in the lawn away from the areas to prevent damage. Start by mowing the grass about half the length of its original height.
- Set the tine height correctly. Set the tine height according to it’s capability and the type of grass growing on your lawn/ Lower setting is usually applied for tougher and warmed season grasses. Higher Setting is usually used in delicate and cool season types of grasses. Try adjusting the thatch’s depth for more effective mowing.
- Choose a model of lawn rake with a collection bag or box. Rake up the remaining leaves that after being be dethatched. Electric lawn rakes don’t usually get all the leaves until you thatched them. Use electric rakes that collect the thatch as you proceed to avoid time waste. Though some new models have compacting compartment, you will need to empty the box when it fills up. Compacting box are easier to use since they don’t need to be emptied frequently.
- Be aware of the cord. Always keep an eye on the cord as you work. This is the usual disadvantage of using electricity in lawn mowing, the distance of the lawn and length of the cord must also be considered. Make sure that the cord doesn’t go beyond the source of the electricity.
- Use a crossing pattern. Work in rows and columns or whatever crossing pattern you are comfortable with to ensure efficiency of your work according to your convenience. Crossing patterns are usually used for less time and accuracy of covered area.
- Apply necessary lawn treatments after mowing the lawn. Exposed roots due to thatching will give you a chance to put fertilizers or over seed the grass. Keep the lawn moist and well hydrated for the next couple of weeks after.
Using electric lawns rakes can keep your lawn looking healthy and green and the envy of the neighborhood. Use these six tips to make sure that you get the most out of yours.
