When you have a large yard with compacted clay soil like I do, you need a way to aerate frequently without breaking your back or your pocketbook. Rental charges add up quickly and pushing a gas-powered core aerator around a large yard will turn your arms to jello. That’s what initially attracted me to pull …
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For the last few months, I’ve been exploring some different uses for leaves since my yard gets a nice blanket of them, especially in the fall. There are a lot of benefits to mulching leaves whether you spread them directly onto the lawn or create a leaf mold bin, leaves break down much faster when …
How To Clean Up And Mulch Leaves Without A Lawn Mower Read More »
Stihl Motomix is the defacto premixed fuel of choice for many homeowners and professionals, but in recent years Trufuel has been gaining a sizable share of the market. Before switching brands, it’s important to understand how these fuels compare, where they differ, and which one truly provides the premium choice. Stihl Motomox vs Trufuel – …
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Those gas-powered yard tools in your garage are a big investment. Proper care and maintenance are key factors in keeping them running. And yet, so many well-intentioned homeowners make the mistake of heading to the gas pumps when it’s time to refuel. This could be causing major damage to the small engines in your garage …
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I learned how to edge my lawn with a string trimmer out of necessity. For some time now I have had my eye on a battery-powered edger. I’m not quite ready to pull the trigger on it though so I make do with what I have. Best way to edge a lawn with a string …
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There are good reasons to just stick with Stihl MotoMix® (a premixed solution) vs. going with alternatives. But if you are wondering what your options are and how they stack up, you are not alone. I’ve done a lot of research on this for my Stihl KombiSystem and have learned quite a bit. Here’s the …
Stihl Motomix vs Premixed Alternatives: 4 Products Compared Read More »
When was the last time you checked the grease level in your Stihl trimmer? If it has been a while, or if you have never checked it, it is probably overdue. One of the great things about Stihl trimmers is that there are dealers throughout the country who are trained and authorized to repair and …
How To Grease A Stihl Trimmer, And Product Alternatives Read More »
Whenever I have to break out the tractor and do some heavy yard work, I always wear noise-canceling headphones. I’ve become more aware of the need to care for my hearing as I’ve aged. As a benefit, I can listen to music or podcasts while I’m working. But noise-canceling headphones come in a wide range …
Are you are turned off by the idea of having a garage full of gas-powered yard tools that all require maintenance? Not quite ready to make the move to electric tools just yet? If so, then you may be eying Stihl’s multi-functional KombiSystem. The idea of having the lawn tool equivalent of Transformers is enticing! …
Is The Stihl KombiSystem Any Good? Real Longtime User Review Read More »
Professionals swear by them. Lawn fanatics sing their praises. Nearing a century of manufacturing, Stihl has become a staple among those who consider landscaping as much art as methodology. But reliability doesn’t come cheap. With a continuously increasing market of competitors rolling out lower-priced trimmers, a homeowner has to ask themselves whether or not the …
Are Stihl Trimmers Worth The Money? Cost Vs. Benefit Review Read More »
